Mid-Century Outsider Art Portrait of Guitarist in Wooden Frame

This is a vertical, rectangular painting executed in an outsider or folk art style, likely utilizing oil or acrylic paint on a flat substrate such as plywood or hardboard. The composition features two stylized figures with bright orange hair and large, almond-shaped eyes; the upper figure is depicted playing a yellow electric guitar. The overall color palette is dominated by ochre, mustard yellow, and brown, with accents of blue, red, and black. Bold, thick black outlines define the shapes, reminiscent of stained glass or neo-expressionist work. The piece is housed in a simple, flat-profile wooden frame with mitered corners that appears to be original to the work, showing some surface wear and age-related patina. There are some minor visible condition issues, including light surface abrasions and some dust accumulation near the bottom edge of the frame. One notable marking is a small, hand-painted word or signature at the bottom left-hand corner of the frame that reads 'PEOPLE.' The naive execution and bold graphic style suggest an origin in the mid-to-late 20th century, likely produced by a self-taught artist interested in jazz or rock motifs.