C. 1920s-30s Oil on Canvas Painted in Labrador, Inspired by Grenfell Mission Rug antique carved shoe Plenty of surface wear as

Plenty of surface wear as documented and a bit of tearing to the lid of the tin

5 1/8" t x 4 3/8" w x 3" deep

and delivers great relief

which shows a small loss at lower right but I’d leave just as is

dings and scuffs

C. 1920s-30s Oil on Canvas Painted in Labrador, Inspired by Grenfell Mission Rug antique carved shoe Plenty of surface wear asThe story that came along with this painting is that its painter was an American in hospital in Labrador, who took his inspiration from a woman creating a Grenfell Mission rug. I purchased it from a dealer near Bar Harbor, who has collected Grenfell rugs and mats herself for many years, who purchased it from a woman living in Newfoundland, who knew the story of its origins. I am inclined to believe it: Grenfell Mission established the first permanent