Art
'Fray Mechor deYebra, 1620' by Deaf artist, Connie Clanton
- Item Number
- 133
- Estimated Value
- 150 USD
- Opening Bid
- 75 USD
Item Description
This beautiful intaglioi piece by Deaf artist, Connie Clanton entitled "Fray Mechor deYebra" holds a very important piece of history, a story to be shared with the world!
Her inspiration if of Fray Mechor deYebra, the first Spaniard monk to create fingerspelling in Spanish in the 16th century. He created hand shapes to communicate with his monks as he lived a life vowed to silence.
This unique work of art and history would be a beautiful addition to any home.
Shipping cost is the responsibility of the winning bidder. This item may be picked up at the RIT campus.
medium: intagilo
measurements: H 16' x W 13 1/2' (dark gold frame included)
Item Special Note
Connie M. Clanton's parents learned that she was deaf when she was only nine months old. She attended the Mississippi School for the Deaf and graduated from the Tennessee School for the Deaf in 1967. She wanted to be an artist when she was only nine years old! Her family recognized her passion for painting at this very early age. She studied art at Meredith College with Dr. Craig Greene and D. Maureen Banker.
Her works have had been showcased at Mississippi Museum of Art in Jackson, White Inferiors in Raleigh, NC, and Interior Additions in Concord, NH.
Dr. Sue Mather has generously donated this work of art from her own personal collection.
Check out her website - www.connieclantonstudio.com! Enjoy her video!
Donated By:
Sue & Bob Mather
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