Norval Morrisseau Erotica (Part III)

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- 1980's PERIOD
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"Erotic Couple", © 1980 Norval Morrisseau
~ Click HERE to view reverse side of canvas
/Click on image to Enlarge/
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"Erotica has always been an important aspect of Norval Morrisseau's art. To write about his creative opus without inclusion of erotica would make this Blog incomplete."
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Presented in this posting is an excellent example of Norval Morrisseau's painting technique.
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In this particular painting he painted black background first rather than finishing it with thick black outlines last. Also, he did not sign the front of the canvas with Cree syllabics which it does not lessen the value or importance of the art piece (in this case the artist did not have the space for the signature and decided to sign only the reverse side). If you observe the painting carefully (click on image to enlarge) you will see every single brush stoke and finger action (he was known to use his fingers for paint application).
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See also the inscription on the reverse of the canvas - his signature in English and title which is misspelled (- EROTIC COUPL - rather than - EROTIC COUPLE -). Norval Morrisseau was known to misspell many titles due to the fact that his English was not as perfect as his painting styles and techniques.
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Blog Master's advice to collectors:
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"Do not be concerned if your 'Norval Morrisseau' painting has not been signed in Cree syllabics or in English or in both. There are other elements to confirm if the painting is authentic or not such as an example of the painting technique presented in this example.
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If you have any concernes regarding the art piece that you own you may contact me at spiritwalker2008@gmail.com for an unbiased opinion."
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Spirit Walker
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>>>Reference postings:
- Norval Morrisseau Erotica I &
- Norval Morrisseau Erotica II.
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-* The painting on canvas in this posting has provenance leading directly to the artist: "Erotic Couple, 36"x24", © 1980 Norval Morrisseau /Private Collection/