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permanent exhibit in the Gallery are more than 30 Backus paintings
and original artist’s sketches. In addition to the original work
on display, the Gallery exhibits the palette, paints and brushes Backus
used to create his paintings. Additional photographs and personal
effects round out the Gallery’s Backus exhibit.
The
Gallery’s collection presents a vibrant selection of Backus’
paintings encompassing the breadth of Florida landscapes as well
as the development of his style and skill. Included in the exhibit
is the earliest known Backus, painted in 1918 when he was 12 years
old, as well as his last painting, left unfinished at the time of
his death in 1990.
The
Gallery greatly appreciates the generous donation of paintings to
our permanent collection. We depend on generous patrons of the arts
to help build the collection. All donations are tax deductible for
the full appraised value. If you are interested in donating your
painting or making a memorial bequeath to the Gallery, please contact
us.
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