A charming and emotionally tender found portrait painting of a young woman with a dog, from the Todd Oldham Studio Collection of found art. Todd Oldham has been collecting found, anonymous, amateur, folk, outsider, and studio artworks for decades, and this painting is one of those special collected pieces.
Measuring approximately 18 x 24 inches, the work is signed “E. Ronson” and dated 1957 in the lower right corner. The painting depicts a young woman seated beside a tall, slender dog, possibly a greyhound or whippet-type dog. Beside her, the dog leans close, creating a sweet sense of companionship and quiet affection.
The brushwork is loose, painterly, and atmospheric, giving the image a gentle, slightly blurred quality. Rather than a formal academic portrait, the work has the warmth and sincerity of a personal painting—part pet portrait, part figure study, part mid-century found-art treasure.
Its worn surface, softened edges, and handmade character add to its appeal as a piece of vintage found art.
Vintage found condition with visible age, surface wear, edge wear, scuffs, abrasions, paint variation, and overall patina consistent with age and handling. The worn surface and irregular edges contribute to the character and authenticity of the piece. Please review photos for exact condition.
A charming and emotionally tender found portrait painting of a young woman with a dog, from the Todd Oldham Studio Collection of found art. Todd Oldham has been collecting found, anonymous, amateur, folk, outsider, and studio artworks for decades, and this painting is one of those special collected pieces.
Measuring approximately 18 x 24 inches, the work is signed “E. Ronson” and dated 1957 in the lower right corner. The painting depicts a young woman seated beside a tall, slender dog, possibly a greyhound or whippet-type dog. Beside her, the dog leans close, creating a sweet sense of companionship and quiet affection.
The brushwork is loose, painterly, and atmospheric, giving the image a gentle, slightly blurred quality. Rather than a formal academic portrait, the work has the warmth and sincerity of a personal painting—part pet portrait, part figure study, part mid-century found-art treasure.
Its worn surface, softened edges, and handmade character add to its appeal as a piece of vintage found art.
Vintage found condition with visible age, surface wear, edge wear, scuffs, abrasions, paint variation, and overall patina consistent with age and handling. The worn surface and irregular edges contribute to the character and authenticity of the piece. Please review photos for exact condition.