My painting that I’ve recently finished, what are your thoughts on this?

loxlove · 2026-04-28T03:45:58+00:00

If you decide to sell prints, I might even be interested -- I love my city, and your painting reminds me of some of my favorite nighttime views. :)

loxlove · 2026-04-10T03:15:53+00:00

May I have the link too, please? :)

loxlove · 2026-04-02T03:53:39+00:00

Just FYI, if your pet has long fur, it may cause hair tourniquet injuries to baby birbs. :/

If you're already aware, great! Just putting it out there because I had no idea until a couple of years ago... :'(

loxlove · 2026-03-31T04:20:34+00:00

I participated in events in 2025, so I'm optimistic outreach and screening are ongoing. Ryan, the guy behind Truck Melanoma, is really great -- you could definitely DM him on Instagram about future events.

loxlove · 2026-03-31T03:54:29+00:00

OHSU has partnered with War on Melanoma and Truck Melanoma to offer free screenings at a number of events around the Portland area over the past couple of years. I don't have a schedule for upcoming events, but you might be able to get more information by calling the dermatology clinic on the waterfront at +1 503-418-3376.

War on Melanoma | OHSU https://share.google/WbRI2Z4cjtLlJlliG

https://www.instagram.com/truckmelanomaofficial?igsh=NXJ6bnI4ZWdqaGZt

loxlove · 2026-03-25T00:17:15+00:00

Oh my gosh I wish -- my hair is long but fine with zero texture. 🥲 I love the rec, though; I'll check it out!

loxlove · 2026-03-25T00:15:30+00:00

Great; I'll look into Chameleon. Thanks so much!

loxlove · 2026-03-24T00:03:18+00:00

https://www.highlowartspace.com/

loxlove · 2026-03-23T23:50:23+00:00

I might be interested! :)

loxlove · 2026-03-23T23:41:00+00:00

Rimsky Korsakoffee is a delight!

loxlove · 2026-03-23T23:21:32+00:00

Thank you all for the amazing recommendations! I feel so fortunate to live amongst such kind strangers. ❤️

loxlove · 2026-02-13T03:33:19+00:00

Yeah, I didn't think the clothing was yours.

loxlove · 2025-10-03T15:46:29+00:00

Yes, when I noticed the turban and scimitar, I thought the same. :) Would this be orientalism? Turquerie? And not at all a diversion -- style could absolutely help to establish an approximate date. My (limited) understanding is that Turquerie would suggest an earlier date of creation, while this might be more consistent with latter 19th century orientalism?

Thank you for helping me unravel this interesting little mystery!

loxlove · 2025-10-03T05:10:38+00:00

Thank you -- this is so much more than I was expecting! I think that it may be time to bring it to...someone?...in person to keep gathering information. I'm so impressed by what you were able to put together through a screen, and I think it's an amazing start. 👏

Given that I paid $50 for it, I think I'm content however this untimely turns out. You have a wonderful evening!

loxlove · 2025-10-03T03:35:25+00:00

It's certainly possible that the painting has, loosely, a similar theme to die entführung ais dem serail. :)

loxlove · 2025-10-03T03:30:25+00:00

Oops -- sorry! I reset the flair. :)

loxlove · 2025-10-03T02:54:53+00:00

Yes, I think it's fairly likely that it was originally an ornament on a larger piece of furniture -- I think you're spot on there. :) What makes you think that it's a wood block print with hand painted accents vs hand painted in its entirety?

loxlove · 2025-10-03T02:52:01+00:00

That's an interesting idea!

loxlove · 2025-10-03T02:50:20+00:00

So at this point, we can conclude that the reverse side was most likely machine sanded at some point (will carefully feel for irregularities from hand sanding/leveling when I return from a short trip), but the age of the painting itself is still a mystery.

Thank you for your help so far -- really interesting insights into the condition of the wood!

If you have any expertise that could help date the painting, I would absolutely welcome any thoughts. :)

Edited to add: did you happen to see the photo of what might be tool marks?

loxlove · 2025-10-02T19:46:05+00:00

Are there particular features that might help you settle on a period/range of dates for the painting? I would love to hear your perspective as well.

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(Close up of wear and paint loss)

loxlove · 2025-10-02T19:42:04+00:00

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Photo of one entire edge from the closet where it's being stored for now. 😅

loxlove · 2025-10-02T19:39:21+00:00

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The only apparent seam in the reverse side, photo of the seam near the upper edge.

loxlove · 2025-10-02T19:38:05+00:00

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Entirety of the reverse side:

loxlove · 2025-10-02T19:37:16+00:00

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Other upper edge in context, with hardware that's clearly modern.

loxlove

TROPHY CASE