Dee Marcellus Cole Sign Folk Art Wooden Cross 21 Hand Carved Painted Sculpture

  
Beautiful and distinctive original folk-art wall sculpture by Dee Marcellus Cole, a Southern California artist known for colorful, whimsical and spiritually inspired folk-art sculptures. This large wooden cross features a beautifully carved, mask-like face at the center, layered wooden elements, hand-painted decorative patterns and rich earthy colors of brown, red, copper and muted green.

The artwork is signed by Dee Marcellus Cole on the reverse. Cole's work has been exhibited in Southern California museums and art venues, and her work is associated with the Inland Empire/Pomona Valley art community. The Claremont Lewis Museum of Art describes her work as vibrant sculptures constructed from wood and layered paper, influenced by her travels in Mexico, Guatemala and South America. This is a wonderful statement piece for a collector of folk art, outsider art, Southern California art, handmade wood sculpture or unique religious/spiritual-inspired décor.

DETAILS: Artist: Dee Marcellus Cole Type: Original wall sculpture / cross Material: Wood Style: Folk Art / Outsider Art inspired Subject: Cross with carved stylized face Technique: Hand-carved and hand-painted Signed: Yes - signed by the artist on reverse Height: Approximately 21 inches (53.3 cm) Width: Approximately 10-11 inches Color: Brown, red, copper, green/gold accents Display: Wall hanging. Condition: New/unused; stored and never used as a wall decoration. The piece has a handmade, artistic finish with visible variations in the wood, paint and surface. Please examine all photographs carefully, as the photos are an important part of the description. There are small imperfections and variations consistent with a handmade wooden artwork.

These characteristics contribute to its unique folk-art appearance. Please see all photos for the exact condition, signature, construction and measurements. A truly unusual and collectible piece of Southern California folk art.