Outsider Art Appraisal

Sugaring Off (Grandma Moses style)

This appears to be a framed folk art print or painting depicting a vibrant winter scene, characteristic of the style popularized by Grandma Moses. The scene is set in a snowy, rural landscape with rolling hills in the background, densely covered with bare trees. Numerous figures are engaged in various 'sugaring off' activities, indicating maple syrup production. There are small houses or cabins, many with snow-covered roofs, nestled into the landscape. People are seen gathered around what appears to be a boiling vat, others are collecting sap, and some are depicted with horses and oxen, likely transporting logs or equipment. Children are also visible, playing in the snow or helping with chores. The color palette is bright and cheerful, despite the winter setting, with white snow dominating and accents of red, blue, brown, and green on the figures and animals. The style is naive, with flattened perspectives and simplified forms, typical of folk art. The work is signed 'MG 85' in the lower right corner, suggesting a possible artist and year of creation. The bottom of the print/painting features a white border with a red stripe, and the title "Sugaring Off 'o Grandma Moses" is printed, further reinforcing the stylistic inspiration. The item is housed in a dark, possibly wooden, frame with a simple profile. Reflections on the glass or plexiglass covering indicate it is framed. The visible condition appears good, with no obvious tears, creases, or major damage, though the reflections obscure minor details. The overall impression is one of idyllic, bustling winter community life.