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American Folk Art

By Azgreek, 18 March, 2018
Description

The paintings are created by Peter Contis of Pittsburgh PA 

Most of his collection was displayed in the museum in Pittsburgh 

which I believe is now keep in archive all other paintings are held privately 

my connection to the family is life long and I received

several as gifts and would like to know their value 

Category
Folk Art
Medium
Water color
Distinguishing marks
Name of Artist Peter Contis. Paintings are made of individual dots wife Helen contis is the. Artist of the second painting
Condition
Mint
Date Period
1966
History
All other paintings reside in the museum in Pittsburgh as far as I know
For Sale?
Yes
Photos
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