Step back in time with this delightful oil painting signed by listed New Orleans, Louisiana artist Marietta Garman. The scene unfolds on a calm, breezy Louisiana day, where a woman in a flowing yellow dress and bonnet stands amidst a lush meadow. She clutches a bouquet of wildflowers, immersed in the peaceful scenery of autumnal trees and a radiant blue sky. Framed in a layered, golden wood frame with a textured border, this piece exudes vintage charm. Though the has been repaired and glued on the right as pictured in detail, it adds a layer of character to this captivating piece of art. Relish the artistry and let this charming depiction breathe nostalgic warmth into your space.
• Framed oil painting signed by Marietta Garman • Depicts a serene meadow and woman in yellow dress • Textured wooden golden-toned frame • Minor frame chip on one corner • Vibrant, vintage-inspired hues
Frame shows a minor chip on one corner, adding vintage charm.
• Frame size: 15" tall x 13" wide • Art size, measured from back: 10" tall x 8" wide
Marietta Smith Greene (1935–2022) was an artist and coastal advocate from New Orleans, celebrated for her paintings of historic Louisiana life, especially scenes centered on the Mississippi River. Drawing heavily from archival photographs, her work preserved the stories and traditions of the region. She also contributed to Louisiana coastal restoration oral histories, sharing her perspective on the state’s changing landscape.
• Key Details •
• Background: Raised in Uptown New Orleans, she was deeply committed to telling the story of Louisiana’s wetlands and culture. • Artistic Focus: Her work highlighted historical and rural Louisiana, with a strong emphasis on river-based life. • Legacy: Through her involvement in the Coastal Wetlands Planning, Protection and Restoration Act (CWPPRA), she helped document environmental change through both art and oral history. • Passing: She died in 2022 in Meaux, Louisiana.
Good vintage condition but please note that the frame has been repaired on the right side. I've included 4 photos showing the irregularities in the frame and the glue that can be seen on the back side.
Features:
• vintage • All season • canvas texture • Made in Unknown • wipe gently