Jane Austen Size:Original - Oil on board 29”x 58” including custom frame Consider that an ancient symbol

Consider that an ancient symbol for the “mother goddess” was a white dove

I strive to honor the Son (sun) of God

The feed sack fabrics and drying fruit represent the values of industry and frugality

The original intent of the parable emphasizes the need for each of us to be prepared with oil in our lamps

Her clothing has undertones of purple and lavender

Jane Austen Size:Original - Oil on board 29”x 58” including custom frame Consider that an ancient symbolPrints available upon request ~ Contact Lynde for pricing Artist Statement "An artist cannot do anything slovenly." Jane Austen This is my homage portrait of Jane! She is hanging on my bookshelves right now, which seems like quite a appropriate place for her. The decoupage in the background resonates her period; the empire epoch, Napoleon, Beethoven, French Revolution sigh. I like how her words peak through the inside of her bonnet, representing her