Cornelia Van De Ven, American, 20th century. A mid 20th century oil on board landscape, titled "Birth of Spring". Signed “Cornelia Van de Ven” lower right, titled verso. Image measures 10 1/2 x 13 1/2" high, framed 25 3/4 x 30 3/4” high overall.
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Cornelia Van De Ven was a Detroit born artist who studied Watercolor and Fashion Illustration at Cass Tech then Life under Palazzola and Sculpture under Walter Meinder. She went on to study Fashion at Arts & Crafts and Oils under William House for two years. In 1961 she won two prizes in Sculpture at Cobo Hall, and her work was featured in a Michigan Artists showing in 1963. Known for her remarkable clarity, her work is defined by her attention to minute details and items.