Lot 6 Vintage Susan Scheewe Painting Books Claudia Nice Don Weed Patterns 1980s
Various Artists (Susan Scheewe Publications)
Vintage Instructional Painting Book Collection - Lot of 6
Softcover Instructional Guides and Pattern Books
Approx. 11" x 8.5" each
Unsigned (Owner name in ink on covers)
This collection includes six vintage instructional painting books published by Susan Scheewe Publications during the late 1970s and 1980s. These guides focus on decorative and tole painting techniques, featuring detailed line patterns, sophisticated color palettes, and step-by-step instructions for oil and acrylic mediums. The lot highlights a range of popular decorative subjects, including the delicate naturalism of Claudia Nice's botanical and avian studies, the expressive character portraiture of Don Weed's clowns, and various rustic landscapes and floral motifs typical of the period's folk art revival.
• Featured titles: "Wings and Wildflowers" Vol 3, "Painting the Clowns", "Sunshine and Rainbows" Vol 1, "Mini Mini More" Vol 1, "His & Hers Paintin Patterns", and "Paintings with Country Charm" Vol II
• Comprehensive technical sections include supply lists, specific brush recommendations, and surface preparation guides
• Significant instructional value for practitioners of decorative painting, tole art, and vintage craft styles
• Stacked lot dimensions for shipping: 11" x 8.5" x 1.5"
Condition: Acceptable to Good vintage condition. Covers show visible age-appropriate wear including surface scuffing, edge tears (notably on "Sunshine and Rainbows"), and moisture staining/foxing along the bottom edges of several volumes. A previous owner's name "Nunn" is written in ink on most front covers. Internal pages remain clear, legible, and well-preserved for instructional use.
Various Artists (Susan Scheewe Publications)
Vintage Instructional Painting Book Collection - Lot of 6
Softcover Instructional Guides and Pattern Books
Approx. 11" x 8.5" each
Unsigned (Owner name in ink on covers)
This collection includes six vintage instructional painting books published by Susan Scheewe Publications during the late 1970s and 1980s. These guides focus on decorative and tole painting techniques, featuring detailed line patterns, sophisticated color palettes, and step-by-step instructions for oil and acrylic mediums. The lot highlights a range of popular decorative subjects, including the delicate naturalism of Claudia Nice's botanical and avian studies, the expressive character portraiture of Don Weed's clowns, and various rustic landscapes and floral motifs typical of the period's folk art revival.
• Featured titles: "Wings and Wildflowers" Vol 3, "Painting the Clowns", "Sunshine and Rainbows" Vol 1, "Mini Mini More" Vol 1, "His & Hers Paintin Patterns", and "Paintings with Country Charm" Vol II
• Comprehensive technical sections include supply lists, specific brush recommendations, and surface preparation guides
• Significant instructional value for practitioners of decorative painting, tole art, and vintage craft styles
• Stacked lot dimensions for shipping: 11" x 8.5" x 1.5"
Condition: Acceptable to Good vintage condition. Covers show visible age-appropriate wear including surface scuffing, edge tears (notably on "Sunshine and Rainbows"), and moisture staining/foxing along the bottom edges of several volumes. A previous owner's name "Nunn" is written in ink on most front covers. Internal pages remain clear, legible, and well-preserved for instructional use.
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Various Artists (Susan Scheewe Publications)
Vintage Instructional Painting Book Collection - Lot of 6
Softcover Instructional Guides and Pattern Books
Approx. 11" x 8.5" each
Unsigned (Owner name in ink on covers)
This collection includes six vintage instructional painting books published by Susan Scheewe Publications during the late 1970s and 1980s. These guides focus on decorative and tole painting techniques, featuring detailed line patterns, sophisticated color palettes, and step-by-step instructions for oil and acrylic mediums. The lot highlights a range of popular decorative subjects, including the delicate naturalism of Claudia Nice's botanical and avian studies, the expressive character portraiture of Don Weed's clowns, and various rustic landscapes and floral motifs typical of the period's folk art revival.
• Featured titles: "Wings and Wildflowers" Vol 3, "Painting the Clowns", "Sunshine and Rainbows" Vol 1, "Mini Mini More" Vol 1, "His & Hers Paintin Patterns", and "Paintings with Country Charm" Vol II
• Comprehensive technical sections include supply lists, specific brush recommendations, and surface preparation guides
• Significant instructional value for practitioners of decorative painting, tole art, and vintage craft styles
• Stacked lot dimensions for shipping: 11" x 8.5" x 1.5"
Condition: Acceptable to Good vintage condition. Covers show visible age-appropriate wear including surface scuffing, edge tears (notably on "Sunshine and Rainbows"), and moisture staining/foxing along the bottom edges of several volumes. A previous owner's name "Nunn" is written in ink on most front covers. Internal pages remain clear, legible, and well-preserved for instructional use.