Large Oil on Canvas. Signed Leslie Main. Approx. 25" x 37" Image Size. Solid Oak Frame. See NOTE.

This is an excellent work by Leslie Main. It is based on the work of Hermann Kern, a very famous Hungarian artist of the 19th Century. I framed this about 5 years ago in a solid oak floating frame.

Any questions' please contact me. Please read Important Note below to see why I make my own frames.

Signed....but It is NOT Herman Kern :-) Many talented students do copies of famous works. This is a good example. In most cases, the signature on oils is either illegible or impossible to attribute accurately to a specific artist without spending a large amount of money having an accredited expert examine , research and authenticate. This would add significantly to the price and I feel this is not necessary unless you feel a work is worth tens or hundreds of thousands of dollars. The vast majority of talented artists do not receive the credit they deserve.... but it does not stop you from enjoying a one of a kind hand made work of art by a talented artist. We leave it to you to spend the money on such research if you so desire.

IMPORTANT NOTE: These days there are an amazing number of frames available with perfectly mitered corners, magnificently grained wood and perfectly applied finishes. And, they are so cheap! So, why do I make my own?
Well, when something is too good to be true, it usually is.
I decided to buy a ‘work of art’ in one of these frames and take it apart. Wasn’t hard... practically fell apart. Turns out they are made of foam, with a very thin coat of plastic or resin to give the allusion of expensive wood. Made to last a year or so and then to be thrown out and replaced with new art. No wood in them at all!
My frames are not for everyone. They are made of solid hardwoods and instead of mitre joints that are notorious for being weak ( end cuts do not glue well) I use two hidden pocket screws in each corner. I am proud of the works I make and the works of others that I re frame. I want them to last. I am proud of them, and proud of the fact that the profits go to help animal causes.
My frames are solid hardwood, with a solid hardwood frame inside to give the floating affect. I finish by hand sanding, and then apply multiple coats of wax by hand to finish.