Over Mantel Picture c. 1939

"Over Mantel Picture" is a charming example of folk art, painted by John Collins around 1939. The work depicts a rural scene featuring a cluster of houses, a fence, and a garden with blooming flowers. The houses, painted in muted colors, are outlined in black, as are the trees and shrubs. The garden is painted in a vibrant palette of reds, greens, and yellows. The border of the piece features a decorative pattern of scrolls and flowers, adding to the overall charm of this delightful example of folk art.