Chestee Harrington (American/Louisiana, b. 1941), "Landscape with Cabin and Pirogue", 1976, oil on carved wood, signed and dated lower right, inscribed en verso, 5 7/8 in. x 7 in., framed, overall 9 1/2 in. x 11 1/8 in. x 2 in. Note: ?For me the feeling of being inspired is the best and it comes through an urging of spirit. What a joy it is to hold raw material in my hands and let creation unfold. Then, when another discovers something issued unconsciously within the work and responds, there?s the magic of the unknown.? - Chestee HarringtonChestee Harrington grew up in New Iberia and exhibited an early interest in art. Her melting pot of a neighborhood, tucked between the Bayou Teche and the Old Spanish Trail, with its unique architecture and rich history serves as a continuous muse for her artwork. Harrington has spent decades honing her craft, frequently focusing on the luminous landscapes of her native Louisiana. In pairing paint with her carved wood reliefs, she creates unique scenes inspired by her surroundings and its fascinating history. She has said: ?In pointing to nature, the French Impressionists were saying, ?Look out into the world.? The German painters said, ?Look within.? I look to spirit.?Ref.: ?About Chestee.? Chestee. www.chestee.com. Accessed Apr. 30, 2024.

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