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Chuck Oberstein - The Trunk

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By Mitchharris, 7 April, 2015
Description

As you see, I've identified the artwork and artist. What makes this piece unique is that it's on wood and three dimensional. I found it while driving one day. Someone had put it out for trash, and I thought it looked nice. They had, apparently, tried to clean the surface incorrectly and it had a nasty hard film clouding it. But I took it home and rubbed it with a dry, clean cloth and it cleared right up.
I think it's a flat piece of wood that was carved with elements of the picture left risen from the surface, then sanded smooth by hand, then the painting was applied, then a thick layer of clear lacquer was applied to seal it.
I'll try to take pictures that highlight what I'm saying.

Category
Decorative Arts
Medium
Wood and ??
Distinguishing marks
Has Chuck Oberstein's signature. Has 3-D elements.
Condition
Good
Size and dimensions of this item
About 18"w x 24"l x 2.2"thick.
Weight
2 lbs?
History
Found it in someone's trash. Cleaned it off. Hung it on my wall.
For Sale?
No
Photos
from below.  see the 3-D boots.
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