Black Joe Jackson (American, 1922-1997), Ladi N Cotn

Polychrome paint on board, signed at lower edge, titled to left side, presented in a white painted frame.

Frame dimensions 18 x 21 3/4 in.

Private Collection of American Folk Art, Chapel Hill, North Carolina

Black Joe Jackson was a self-taught African American folk artist from Georgia, celebrated for his vibrant and expressive depictions of rural Southern life. Born into a sharecropping family near Atlanta, Jackson began painting later in life, often using house paint on salvaged wood or plywood. His works frequently feature phonetic spellings and portray scenes from his childhood memories, including cotton picking, family gatherings, and community events. His paintings have been showcased in various galleries, contributing to the African American folk art traditions.

Good estate condition.