Born in Lamar County, Texas, in 1908, William Robert Thrasher was a farm boy. Because of his desire to paint, he spent all his earnings on brushes and canvas. He observed and painted the life he knew including wildlife, farm scenes, and the unspoiled countryside of the early twentieth century. His early works were rendered on beaver board, Masonite, and other materials available to the young artist. Approximate size including frame: 10 3/8 inches by 12 1/4 inches by 1 inch. Price: $325

May be seen at: Antiques Bel Air – Lowry Hill, 1758 Hennepin Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55403