Carving, Man in Blue Overalls

Man in Blue Overalls, sculpture by Adelard Coté.: Wood and painted carving of a man in blue overalls by folk artist and sculptor, Adelard Coté.
Man in Blue Overalls, sculpture by Adelard Coté.

Wood and painted carving of a man in blue overalls by folk artist and sculptor, Adelard Coté.

Name/Title

Carving, Man in Blue Overalls

Entry/Object ID

2020.06.Cote

Description

Wood and painted carving of a man in blue overalls by folk artist and sculptor, Adelard Coté. The man has black hair and a receding hairline. He has a mustache and black eyes. He is dressed all in blue, overalls and shirt and is wearing black shoes. His arms are movable.

Type of Sculpture

Free Standing

Context

Local folk artist, Adelard Coté, began to whittle in the early 1940's. He used many kinds of wood for his sculptures. Growing up on a farm, he often did carvings of farm life and activities, carrying water, riding a horse, plowing, some of the animals like cows and horses,. He drew much of his inspiration from his family and upbringing. Most of his work was done between 1940 -1960.

Collection

Dr. Norman Beaupré Collection

Made/Created

Artist Information

Artist

Adelard Coté

Role

Artist

Time Period

20th Century

Dimensions

Height

14 in

Length

6 in

Condition

Overall Condition

Very Good