Oil on board, signed and dated 1960 at lower right, presented in an antique gilt composition frame.

DOA 18.5 x 14 in.

Born in Southport, NC, Newton worked as a commercial artist in New York for several years after serving in the Coast Guard during WWII. After returning to Southport, he taught art classes at the high school and privately. He was also an avid photographer whose work was published in newspapers, books, and postcards.

Stable checks to board; minor chipping to frame.