Without seeing the painting, it would be difficult to determine who the
artist is. Of course the last name narrows down the field considerably,
but a first name or initial would make for a less hazardous guess at who
the artist is. If closer scrutiny does not reveal a first initial/name,
have your friend check the back of the painting for more info - sometimes
artists put their names, title of work, etc., on the back. If the back
of the *frame* is covered with backing paper, it is permissable to
carefully remove it to see the back of the canvas....
With that said, some possible guesses based on my resources:
John S. Paine - American, 20th century. He painted seascapes and coastal
scenes.
Dorothy P. Paine - American, 20th cent., landscapes.
George S. Paine - Am., 19th cent., Landscapes.
Joy E. Paine - Californian, 20th cent.
Of course, your Paine may not be a listed artist....
Mark
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> My friend in MPLS. has a small (12"x14") painting of a wooden sailing boat. I
> think it is oil and slightly an impression image. It is signed in large block
> letters (upper case, I think) 'PAINE'. Does anyone have any guesses and
> knowledge of the painter 'PAINE'.
Is it very well done? There is a California artist by the name of Edgar
Payne who is very good and commands decent prices at auction.
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