signed, dated and editioned in pencil
Provenance: Douglas Udell Gallery, Edmonton AB; Galerie Claude Lafitte, Montreal QC (labels verso)
Woman, Dog and Canoe is arguably one of the most famous serigraphs completed by Atlantic artist Alexander Colville, produced in an edition of 70 in 1982. Colville began working with serigraphy in the 1950s, and produced thirty-five series throughout his career, all were original compositions that were separate entities from his paintings. In 1985, a catalogue of Colville’s prints was produced, using Woman, Dog and Canoe as the cover image.
Colville often used his wife, Rhoda, as his model, and the various pets of the Colville family appeared in his compositions across his entire career. With strength and grace, the female figure stands paddling on the serene lake, moving with intent through gentle waters as her canine companion keeps watch ahead.
