Carnell smith highwaymen. Oil on Masonite - signed lower right and verso 1965.


  1. Carnell smith highwaymen. Two recent auctions that featured Harold Newton paintings for sale acquired hefty winning bids, one for $45,000 and another for $37,000. Lucie River into shadow. He titled the painting, "Indian River Scene" Smith was the brother-in-law of HOF Highwaymen Alfred Hair (d. View CARNELL SMITH FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN GREEN INLET By Smith Carnell; Painting Oil on; 24x36 26x38. Size: 16×20 with wood frame, very fine. Born in 1950 in West Virginia, Smith moved to Fort Pierce, Florida, when he was nine. Under the tutelage Description: Smith, Carnell “Pete” (1950-2015) Florida Highwaymen Painting. Ocean view with a fisherman and his boat looking out to the rough sea. Pierce, Florida area, whose legacy began in the 1950s. Both talented artists in their own rights, it was a successful local white painter, A. 8x10, framed to an overall of 13x15" Condition: Very Fine View CARNELL SMITH FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN FANTASY LANDSCAPE By Smith Carnell; Oil on Canvas Board; 18x24 23x29. Born and raised in Atlanta, Georgia, Smith discovered his passion for art at an early age and honed his skills through self-exploration and formal training. Vivid Full bloom Poinciana nestled between two tall palms. The moonlight streaks across the waters surface lighting up the night. *Livingston Roberts *James Gibson Sam Newton *Mary Ann Carroll *Willie Daniels *Johnny Daniels *Ellis Buckner *George Buckner *Hezekiah Baker Al Black *Rodney Demps *Lemuel Newton *Isaac Knight *Alphonso Moran Willie Reagan Robert Lewis *Robert Butler Sylvester Wells *Charles Walker Curtis Arnett *John Maynor *Carnell Smith Issac Knight and Al Black are brothers-in-law, and Al, super salesman-turned-artist, engaged Isaac to come sell paintings of Alfred Hair and other Highwaymen along side him. Pierce, Florida, who began painting Florida landscapes in the late 1950s. Black and painted C. African American Highwaymen Folk Art, evolved from the Backus Indian River School Art Colony. Stay up to date with Carnell Smith (American, 1950 - 2015) . Smith, Carnell “Pete” (1950-2015) Florida Highwaymen Painting. Brief info Carnell Smith (1950-2015) is a contemporary American artist known for his captivating abstract paintings that explore themes of identity, emotion, and the human experience. 114014 CARNELL SMITH FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN RIVER REFLECTION Smith, Carnell "Pete" (1950- 2015) Florida Highwaymen painting. Jul 6, 2024 · Description Smith, Carnell “Pete” (1950-2015) ( (Black, Albert “Blood” (B. Painted on the textured side of the board and executed in brush. Smith lived in Haddonfield, New Jersey, and served as a minister across the river in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Condition: Very Fine View CARNELL SMITH FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN MAGICAL SUNSET By Smith Carnell; Oil on Masonite; 24x36 30x42; Signed; . *Carnell "Pete" Smith: 2009 board member; his sister Doretha Hair Truesdell occasionally attended meetings. ) Painting is "like new" and in fine condition. Highwaymen paintings adorn the hallways of our nation's capitol, the Florida state capitol, the homes and palaces of royalty, celebrity, and the Hollywood elite. Small format was a favorite of Carnell's as he painted while in conversation at art fairs and events. Virginia. His ability to capture the beauty of the Sunshine State with a positive outlook made his paintings highly sought after. Condition: Very Fine View FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN WETLAND SCENE By Smith Carnell; oil on masonite; 24 x 36; Signed; Edition. Condition: Original handprints of artist present in paint - Restoration is a choice on this very early painting done as a teenager with Alfred Hair. Carnell Smith Dr. Reagan, Charles Walker, and Carnell Smith (1950-2015), Hair’s brother-in-law, are among those who continued to paint in their later years and participate in the meet and greets. Oil on Masonite - signed lower right and verso 1965. Oil on Art board, signed lower right. Orange and yellow South Fork of the St. A legend of time, Carnell Smith is an iconic original member of the well-known African American artist group the Highwaymen of the 1950s. Growing up without both of his parents present as a result of this CARNELL SMITH FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN MAGICAL SUNSET - Carnell Smith +60% above mid-estimate Manor Auctions; View more lots SMITH, Carnell Ambrose, (American, 1950-2017): Highwaymen Fire Sky Lagoon, Oil/Canvas Panel, 16" x 20", signed verso, framed, 19. Renowned for their stunning landscape oil paintings, they capture the beauty of Florida's natural scenery, creating captivating artwork that resonates with art enthusiasts and collectors alike. LCIE RIVER Estimate: $1,000 - $3,000 Sold:$1,900 104012: CARNELL SMITH FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN FISHERMAN SCENE Estimate: $500 - $750 Sold:$575 Carnell Smith, (1950-2015) Florida Highwaymen Painting. 5"X40. Canvas measures 8" x 10", signed lower right. A spoil island so{ellipsis} Reagan’s sales technique was somewhat different from that of other Highwaymen. Board measures 18x24 framed to overall size of 23x29. Carnell Smith, Florida Highwaymen Artist, oil on canvas. Chico Wheeler Florida Highwaymen Painting. 5" Artist Biography: Born in 1950 in Buckley W. Birds soar and wade below, enhancing the surreal beauty and balance of this imaginative vision. Oil on Transitional Masonite - signed lower right. LCIE RIVER Estimate: $1,000 - $3,000 Sold:$1,900 104012: CARNELL SMITH FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN FISHERMAN SCENE Estimate: $500 - $750 Sold:$575 Description: Smith, Carnell “Pete” (1950-2015) Florida Highwaymen Painting. . Carnell Smith, one of the youngest of the ‘Original’ Highwaymen in the Dr. With a family history of violence and loss, Carnell preached about redemption and God’s good grace. Born in Beckley, West Virginia to a troubled coal mining family, Carnell and his sister Doretha (Alfred Hair's wife) experienced great tragedy in their early years. Description Smith, Carnell “Pete” (1950-2015) Florida Highwaymen Painting. Smith. Board measures 24x36 framed to overall size of 26x38. Smith extended the office's allotted period, and his sister, Doretha Hair, became secretary. Painted on textured side of the board. Majestic live oak trees with dripping Spanish moss frame the scene, creating a serene and picturesque View FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN EVENING PINES By Smith Carnell; Oil on Masonite; 24x36 28x40 ; Signed; Edition. Board measures 24" x 36", signed lower right. Condition: Very Fine Carnell Smith, (1950-2015) Florida Highwaymen Painting. E. Lush green inlet of the river with Spanish moss dripping the frame. Smith's catalog of distinctive oil paintings is highly sought after. Mauve and black blend, casting the St. Carnell Smith’s canvas whispers of night. It is believed they may have created a body of work of over 200,000 paintings. LUCIE RIVER Estimate: $250 - $500 Sold:$220 105013: CARNELL SMITH FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN WETLAND SCENE Estimate: $250 - $500 Sold:$525 105014: CARNELL SMITH FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN WETLAND SCENE Estimate: $750 - $1,500 Sold:$775 105015: CHICO WHEELER FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN MOTHER & CHILD Estimate: $400 - $800 Sold:$525 105016: CHICO WHEELER FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN View CARNELL SMITH FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN FANTASYSCAPE By Smith Carnell; Oil on Transitional Masonite; Board measures 18x21 framed to overall size of 21x24; Signed; . Oil on canvas - signed lower right. Another nice work by Anita Prentice. Prized paintings from the Original twenty six continue to sell at record Carnell Smith, Florida Highwaymen artist, Original oil on Masonite board, early work,. St Lucie River with a sailboat silhouetted along an orange setting fire sky. Silhouetted palms reach for the moon—a celestial dance Description: Smith, Carnell “Pete” (1950-2015) Florida Highwaymen Painting. A fisherman returning to the shoreline after an expedition. Title: Original Highwaymen CARNELL AMBROSE SMITH (1950-2015) - Original Signed Oil The Proud Poinciana -, Status: SOLD, Category: Art:Paintings:Highwayman,Highwaymen:Carnell Smith, Shop: Barkus Farm Antiques and Fine Art, Description: I am so happy to finally have a painting to offer by Dr. But he was widely known by his nickname, Pete. Carnell Smith, Florida Highwaymen Artist, oil on board. Although most Highwaymen paintings are devoid of people, Roy McLendon sometimes added figures as points of interest in his landscapes. Nov 3, 2022 · Description Smith, Carnell “Pete” (1950-2015) Florida Highwaymen Painting. Board measures 24" x 20", signed lower right. Board measures 16x24 framed to overall size of19x27. Condition: Very Fine Smith, Carnell "Pete" (1958-2015) Florida Highwaymen Artist. Two of the original artists, Harold Newton, and Alfred Hair, received training from Alfred "Beanie" Backus. LCIE RIVER Estimate: $1,000 - $3,000 Sold:$1,900 104012: CARNELL SMITH FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN FISHERMAN SCENE Estimate: $500 - $750 Sold:$575 Aug 29, 2020 · Description: Carnell Smith, Florida Highwaymen Artist, oil on canvas. Lucie River reflective flora and fauna. The river is fluorescent yellow and orange Aug 3, 2024 · Description Smith, Carnell “Pete” (1950-2015) Florida Highwaymen Painting. Let’s Talk *Harold Newton *Alfred Hair Roy McLendon Sr. This serene river site evokes a sense of calm, while brush strokes of the lime-green leaves bring about a feeling of airiness. Canvas measures 18x24 framed to overall size of 23x29. this was painted on the textured side after he sealed the smooth side which ironically give it some interesting depth CARNELL SMITH Born in 1950 in West Virginia, Smith moved to Fort Pierce, Florida, when he was nine. Indeed McLendon painted with more patience than most of the others, and his paintings were realized in a manner consistent with Backus’s and Newton’s art. Orange and yell on Dec 17, 2022 Smith, Carnell “Pete” (1950-2015) Florida Highwaymen Painting. . A Technicolor dream come true. African American Highwaymen Folk Art, evolved from Smith, Carnell “Pete” (1950-2015) Florida Highwaymen Painting. Board measures 24x24 framed to overall size of 27x27. 104011: ALFRED HAIR FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN ST. Alfred also got Carnell into the studio that he had built in the back of their Dunbar Street home. Executed in brush and palette knife. Created with brush and Palette knife. 105012: CARNELL SMITH FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN ST. Board measures The Highwaymen Heritage Trail, Fort Pierce, Florida 2012, Alfred Hair, Livingston Roberts, Johnny Daniels, Carnell Smith, John Maynor, Mary Ann Carroll Authentic Florida: AJ Brown's family roots began in Tallahassee, Florida. LUCIE RIVER Estimate: $250 - $500 Sold:$220 105013: CARNELL SMITH FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN WETLAND SCENE Estimate: $250 - $500 Sold:$525 105014: CARNELL SMITH FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN WETLAND SCENE Estimate: $750 - $1,500 Sold:$775 105015: CHICO WHEELER FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN MOTHER & CHILD Estimate: $400 - $800 Sold:$525 105016: CHICO WHEELER FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN 105012: CARNELL SMITH FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN ST. LCIE RIVER Estimate: $1,000 - $3,000 Sold:$1,900 104012: CARNELL SMITH FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN FISHERMAN SCENE Estimate: $500 - $750 Sold:$575 Mar 8, 2025 · Smith filled many roles as a part of the Highwaymen collective, including making frames, joining Al Black on his sales trips, painting some of Alfred Hairs backgrounds and eventually painting on his own after Hairs death. Majestic live oak trees with dripping Spanish moss frame the scene, creating a serene and picturesque landscape Smith, Carnell “Pete” (1950-2015) Florida Highwaymen Painting. St. When the names of the Florida Highwaymen were released, he was listed as “Cornell Smith”—a name no one recognized. View CARNELL SMITH FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN TANGERINE SKIES By Smith Carnell; Oil on canvas; 11x14 14x17; Signed; . Oil on Canvas - signed lower right. Carnell Smith, one of the youngest of the ‘Original’ Highwaymen in the Florida Artists Hall of Fame The Highwaymen (landscape artists) The Highwaymen, also referred to as the Florida Highwaymen, are a group of 26 African American landscape artists in Florida. A captivating Carnell Smith painting, brother-in-law of Alfred Hair and long-time minister, renders Albert Backus’s original of the St. In 2011, Smith was elected President of the second 501 (c)3. Apr 13, 2020 · Doretha Hair-Truesdale, Hair’s widow, paints and preserves the legacy of her husband by sharing the history and origins of the Highwaymen. Feel free to discover, browse and learn! Florida Highwaymen Paintings are prized by collectors worldwide and are more than just Florida landscape paintings. Jul 29, 2017 · Highwaymen Carnell "Pete" Smith final resting place off Avenue L. He later turned to ministry, but his optimistic depictions of Florida nature, often featuring palm and poinciana trees, reflect his spiritual outlook and deep ties to the group’s origins. On Friday and Saturday, 10 famed Florida Highwaymen Florida Highwaymen painter Carnell Smith, offered for sale by Central Florida Fine Art Jul 20, 2024 · Smith, Carnell “Pete” (1950-2015) ( (Black, Albert “Blood” (B. ; Signed; Edition. Executed with brush and Palette knife. *Livingston Roberts *James Gibson Sam Newton *Mary Ann Carroll *Willie Daniels *Johnny Daniels *Ellis Buckner *George Buckner *Hezekiah Baker Al Black *Rodney Demps *Lemuel Newton *Isaac Knight *Alphonso Moran Willie Reagan Robert Lewis *Robert Butler Sylvester Wells *Charles Walker Curtis Arnett *John Maynor *Carnell Smith Department of State Division of Arts and Culture Programs Florida Artists Hall of Fame Alfred Hair and the Florida Highwaymen Alfred Hair and the Florida Highwaymen Landscape Artists Inducted in 2004 "Florida Highwaymen" is the collective name given to a small group of Black American painters from Ft. ; Signed; . Majestic live oak trees with dripping Spanish moss frame the scene, creating a serene and picturesque landscape View CARNELL SMITH FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN POINCIANA (1950) By Smith Carnell; Oil on canvas; 18x24 23x29. The blue palm in the distance creates a mystical scene. "Pete" Smith in Jumbo format arerare. Oil on transitional Masonite - signed lower right. 1950 – 2015 † Carnell Smith was Alfred Hair’s brother-in-law, and Alfred and his wife Doretha took him in during troubled times; he was often getting in trouble. Condition: Very Fine. A dreamlike scene unfolds under a turquoise sky veiled in orange clouds, their glow mirrored in the still waters. A spoil Island provides shelter for the local wildlife as evening approaches. Silhouetted palms reach for the moon—a celestial dance. Board measures 20x24 framed to overall size of 23x27. Carnell Ambrose Smith followed a difficult and unlikely path to eventually find himself in Fort Pierce, Fla. Indian River Boulevard with beautiful palm trees along the dirt road. Their very creation began in, and represent a turbulent era both in Florida and in our Country. Board measures 24" x 24", signed lower right. Signed lower right. Oil on Masonite - signed lower right • COA Old home on the beach Masonite 24" x 24" Gray barn wood frame 27" x 27" Set in a bleached tan wood frame. Carnell Smith (1950 - 2015) is an American landscape artist from Buckley, WV and one of the original 26 Florida Highwaymen. Lucie River scene with bright blue skies and seagulls flying in the evening breeze. Later in life, Dr. A captivating Carnell Smith painting, brother-in-law of Alfred Hair and long-time minister, depicts a tangerine sunset along the river inlet. So Buckner studied classical composition and developed skills to render depth more precisely, exquisitely albeit traditionally, than other Highwaymen, except for the Newton brothers. Oil on Canvas panel - signed lower right • COA Carnell Smith signed the back of the painting as well. The scene captures the tranquil beauty of the inlet as it approaches the 12A Smith, Carnell “Pete” (1950-2015) Florida Highwaymen Painting. Royal Poinciana tree along the river. 75". The Original Highwaymen *Harold Newton *Alfred Hair *Roy McLendon Sr. Oil on Upson - signed lower right. Smith's work is characterized by its optimistic and vibrant depictions of Florida's landscapes, featuring Poinciana and palm trees. LCIE RIVER Estimate: $1,000 - $3,000 Sold:$1,900 104012: CARNELL SMITH FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN FISHERMAN SCENE Estimate: $500 - $750 Sold:$575 104011: ALFRED HAIR FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN ST. Carnell Smith came from a troubled family in which his father murdered his mother in a drunken rage. He considered his paintings to be in the Alfred Hair landscape style. The Highwaymen artists are a distinguished collective of 26 talented black artists from the Ft. The scene captures the tranquil beauty of the inlet as it approaches the 12A buoy the "lost" Highwayman, Carnell "Pete" Smith! Join us as we explore his journey from a troubled childhood in West Virginia to becoming a legendary Florida Highwaymen artist, mentored by Smith, Carnell “Pete” (1950-2015) Florida Highwaymen Painting. Florida Highwaymen art book signed by author Gary Monroe and artists Carnell Smith, Charles "Chico" Wheeler, Al Black, Highwaymen paintings adorn the hallways of our nation's capitol, the Florida state capitol, the homes and palaces of royalty, celebrity, and the Hollywood elite. Access more artwork lots and estimated & realized auction prices on MutualArt. View CARNELL SMITH FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN DAYBREAK By Smith Carnell; Oil on Canvas; 14x18 19x23; Signed; . This website is a fantastic reference to learn about the 26 Florida Highwaymen artists and their importance to Florida's history. Smith was the brother-in-law of HOF Highwaymen Carnell Smith, Florida Highwaymen Artist, oil on board. Feb 29, 2024 · – Carnell Smith (1950-2015), “Carnell Smith’s work features Poinciana and palm trees and is known for its generally upbeat and optimistic renderings of the Sunshine State. An important 104011: ALFRED HAIR FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN ST. Painted on te Lot 132006, Mar 18, 2023 May 26, 2022 · What Would Harold Say 50 Years On? The Rocket Ride of Highwaymen Art Prices Sitting with my coffee this morning I checked in to discover that things are once again becoming turbulent in the world of the Florida Highwaymen. Lucie River, Status: SOLD, Category: Art:Paintings:Highwayman,Highwaymen:Carnell Smith, Shop: Barkus Farm Antiques and Fine Art, Description: I am so happy to finally have a painting to offer by Dr. Alfred Hair’s brother-in-law, Carnell Smith began as a framer and assistant painter before creating original works. Those numbers did not include the Carnell Smith, Florida Highwaymen Artist, oil on board. Evening sun lights up the sky through an inlet of the river. Smith, Carnell "Pete" (1950- 2015) Florida Highwaymen painting. Oil on Canvas Board - signed lower right. River road with the fisherman's shack resting on the shore amidst the tropical palms. Oil on Upson - signed lower right Scratched A. working as a Florida Highwaymen artist. If they expressed interest, he would ask them to look at a selection of paintings that were in his Description Smith, Carnell “Pete” (1950-2015) Florida Highwaymen Painting. 75" x 23. Imagine standing on a purple beach, the sand beneath your feet soft and otherworldly. Majestic live oak trees with dripping Spanish moss frame the scene, creating a serene and picturesque THE ARTISTS - The Highwaymen The Highwaymen Gallery Twenty Six is pleased to present Florida Highwaymen Paintings. ” Mar 20, 2018 · Carnell Smith, an original Florida Highwaymen painter, works on a painting on the porch at the historic Sample-McDougald House in Pompano. com. 24x36 framed to overall size of 29x42. *Livingston Roberts *James Gibson Sam Newton *Mary Ann Carroll *Willie Daniels *Johnny Daniels *Ellis Buckner *George Buckner *Hezekiah Baker Al Black *Rodney Demps *Lemuel Newton *Isaac Knight *Alphonso Moran Willie Reagan Robert Lewis *Robert Butler Sylvester Wells *Charles Walker Curtis Arnett *John Maynor *Carnell Smith *Charles Wheeler Title: Original Highwaymen CARNELL AMBROSE SMITH (1950-2015) - Original Signed Oil God's Beautiful Evening On The St. The river is fluorescent yellow and Carnell "Pete" Smith (1950-2015) Florida Highwaymen painting. Discover works for sale, auction results, market data, news and exhibitions on MutualArt. View FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN POINCIANA By Smith Carnell; Painting; 24x36 25x37. In 2011, Doretha, the retired teacher, permanently returned to Fort Pierce after 40 Carnell Smith b. Carnell Smith Biography information: obtained from website thehighwaymentrail. 1947) Florida Highwaymen Painting. A dinghy, weathered and mysterious, is tethered to a buoy. Palm tree leaning into the warmth of the evening sun. This indicates a skillset that few of the artists developed. Whereas they typically went to business offices along Florida’s east coast to vend their paintings, Reagan preferred knocking on the doors in new housing developments and greeting residents with a painting in hand. Signed bottom right and has a COA. “Alfred got me out of the streets,” he says. “Bean” Backus Carnell "Pete" Smith (1950-2015) Vintage Highwaymen painting of a Florida river inlet with bent palm tree, vegetation, and water reflections. Oil on Masonite - signed lower right. That name came by way of an incident soon after he moved to Fort Pierce when he and some friends were skinny-dipping and were Artist: Carnell Smith (1950 - 2015) Title/Description: Poinciana and Tabebuia Type: Oil Painting Surface: Canvas Signed: Yes Painting Size: 36"x36" Frame Size: 40. Smith started creating his own works in 1967. Condition: Very Fine Smith, Carnell “Pete” (1950-2015) Florida Highwaymen Painting. Condition: Very Fine View FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN RIVER REFLECTION By Smith Carnell; Oil on Masonite; 24x36; Signed; Edition. Today’s Highwaymen experts, most notably the director of Florida’s Museum of Art and Culture, Jim Fitch, and author and professor, Gary Moore, name Alfred Hair and Harold Newton as the artists who served as the driving force behind the collective effort that defined the Highwaymen. Carroll, Gibson, Willie C. Lucie Inlet at daybreak. ir2y ty4438 jmti ngo rrp pjq3 fn3lcj ajinw lqr4gnb omkj95