Maupin the Papillon knows every house, every fence, every shortcut on the block. He walks like someone who has been expected. Ears fanned wide, chin level, pace unhurried. There is a biscuit shop on the corner that he has never once passed without stopping. The door opens before he gets there. They know.
Children slow down to greet him. He allows it. Neighbors wave from porches. He nods, or something close to it. Maupin does not rush. The neighborhood runs on his schedule. Bold brushwork gives Maupin a striking presence against a warm background, those iconic papillon ears stealing the show.
GICLÉE FINE ART REPRODUCTION
Printed with archival pigment-based inks for lasting color and beauty
On museum-quality 300gsm 100% cotton rag paper
Matted Size: 12 x 12 inches (30.48cm x 30.48cm), white mat
Image Size: 8 x 8 inches (20.32cm x 20.32cm)
Packaged in a clear protective sleeve and ships flat for protection
Fits a standard 12 x 12 inch frame (frame not included)
The original 8 × 8 inch oil painting of Maupin the Papillon has sold, but he is now available as a fine art print.
WHAT IS A GICLÉE PRINT?
A giclée print uses archival pigment inks on museum-quality paper to render color and detail with fine art precision. Archival quality, made to last for generations.
THE PARTY ANIMALS BOOK
Maupin the Papillon is one of twenty-five original oil paintings in Party Animals, a collectible art book for all ages by Merrill Weber. Each painting is paired with a short story written just for that character.
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© Merrill Weber. Artist retains copyright on artwork.