"Water Melon Party" by May Kugler
This is an original 1982 oil painting by May Kugler commissioned for a wedding gift. It is still in its original frame. The back includes Kugler's information, a prayer, and a description of the painting's scene all handwritten by Kugler.
15.25" x 13.25" with frame. 9 11/16" x 7.5" no frame.
Inherited
Yes
Dear Elizabeth Lee,
Thank you for your appraisal submission. The work is a Folk Art acrylic painting on panel by May Kugler (American, 1916-2005). Titled "Water Melon Party" it depicts black adults and children in an outdoor yard eating watermelons. The work is signed to the lower left edge and inscribed to the verso. From the images provided, it appears to be in good condition with no significant issues to note. According to the information provided, the work was commissioned as a wedding gift. The sight measures 9.75 x 7.5 inches.
May Kugler was a Louisiana-based Folk Artist whose work depicted Black southern life. Little more is known of her personal life, but her work appears frequently on the secondary market, suggesting an extensive output of work in her lifetime. Most works sell under $500, with many being offered in multiple-work lots. We estimate the Fair Market Value of this work between $200 and $500, likely towards the lower end of this range as a single artwork.
Thank you again for your appraisals submission.
Kind regards,
Charlotte B.
