5/15/2007

A Painting of "Charleston Haint Blue Shutters"


This 14"X11" plein air oil painting is titled "Charleston Haint Blue Shutters".

Haint Blue refers to a sky blue color that the people of the Gullah culture in South Carolina used to paint around their doors and windows to keep spirits (Haints) from entering their homes.

The historic home pictured in the painting reflects this folk custom today with it's bright, sky blue shutters.

Price: $375.00

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