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~ Submitted by Clara Gunderson Hoover
"Ear of Iowa Corn" watercolor by Mother (Marion Gunderson), 1949. Sizes/Pricing: Medium limited edition --- 11.75" W x 10" H, $25. Grand limited edition --- 22" W x 18.75" H, $50. Largest --- 24" x 20.5" (same size as the original, usually a special order), $70. (Click photo to enlarge.) *
In July 2008, Hal and I were back at Okoboji for our annual reading marathon. I didn’t want to impose on the Carmichaels, but one day while on my walk I finally went to their house and knocked on their door. They invited me inside and showed me Mother’s painting, Ear of Iowa Corn (1949). They also showed me two paintings by Cathrine Barr. I was excited to see all three paintings and asked if I could get my camera and come back to take photos. They seemed glad to let me do this. more…
Marion Gunderson Art (and the Farmer's Daughter) 