Jon Serl, Three Figures with a Hat
| Lot number | 205 |
|---|---|
| Estimate | 500.00 - 900.00 USD |
| Auction | Autumn Auction for Collectors: Fine Art and World Treasures |
| Date | October 25, 2026 at 2:15 pm MT |
| Auction house | Gallery Arts & Auctions Co. |
| Location | New Mexico, New Mexico |
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Description
Jon Serl (American, 1894-1993)
A vibrant work on hand-painted paper, depicting three figures rendered in a folk art style. A central figure in a red sweater and brown trousers has a brown hat placed on their head by a person in blue, while a woman in a green dress stands to the right. The composition features a bold palette of blue, red, green, yellow, and brown against a warm background and a blue ground line. Signed 'Jon' in the lower right. Unframed.
Jon Serl was an American self-taught artist known for his vibrant and expressive paintings. Often associated with American folk artists like Grandma Moses and Edward Hicks, his prolific career included work under various names and roles.
DIMENSIONS
Unframed: 12 x 10 3/16 inches
PROVENANCE
Private collection.