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Cottage Core RARE Private Collection Signed Hand Painted Vtg American Folk Goose and Girl
Joan Pinkus
Late 20th Century Signed
From a private collection of vintage American folk Artist
A rare and highly evocative hand-painted folk art panel by American artist Joan Pinkus, featuring a pastoral scene of a young woman tending geese—rendered with warmth, movement, and quiet narrative charm.
Executed across vertical wood slats and finished in a softly aged palette, this piece embodies the intimate, story-driven quality that defines late 20th-century American studio folk art. The composition—flowing ribbons, gentle gestures, and expressive animal forms—creates a sense of motion and calm that resonates far beyond decorative appeal.
Signed by the artist on the front and accompanied by the original studio label on the reverse, this example represents an authentic, handcrafted work rather than a mass-produced decorative panel. Pieces by Joan Pinkus are increasingly sought after for their ability to bridge nostalgia, craftsmanship, and livable design.
The scale and silhouette give it strong presence, making it ideal as a featured wall anchor in a curated interior—particularly within farmhouse, Americana, or European country-inspired spaces.
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Collector Notes
• Signed, original hand-painted work (not a reproduction)
• Retains original artist label with biographical note
• Increasingly desirable within cottagecore and Americana revival interiors
• Larger format example—more difficult to find than smaller panels
• Strong crossover appeal: collector + interior designer market
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Details
• Artist: Joan Pinkus
• Medium: Hand-painted on wood slat panel
• Style: American Folk Art / Cottage / Americana
• Period: Late 20th Century
• Condition: Good vintage condition with light surface wear consistent with age, enhancing its character and authenticity
• Ready to hang
Approximate Dimensions
• Width: ~28 inches
• Height: ~25 inches
• Depth: ~1 inch
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Dimensions
24ʺW × 1ʺD × 22ʺH
Styles
Folk Art
Period
Late 20th Century
Country of Origin
United States
Item Type
Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
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Materials
Wood
Condition
Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
Color Blue
Condition Notes
Good vintage condition with light surface wear consistent with age, enhancing its character and authenticity.
Ready to hang
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