Carl Fellman Schaefer (1903-1995) CGP CSGA CSPWC OC OSA PDCC RCA RSA
Title ” Artifical Flowers / Demonstration Panel ”
Image size 3 7/8″ x 10″ ( 9 7/8″ x 15 15/16″ framed ) ………$1,195.00 Canadian
Signed: Lower left recto “ CFS 58 “ also dated and signed verso“ 1958 CFS “
Provenance: The estate of Janak Khendry
This unique panel by Carl Fellman Schaefer, titled “Artificial Flowers Demonstration Panel,” showcases Schaefer’s lively brushwork and eye for detail. Painted in 1958 while he was teaching at the Ontario College of Art, the artwork features delicate flowers and leaves set against a softly textured background, creating a sense of movement and light. The composition is both fresh and inviting, blending natural forms with a playful, modern touch.
Given its title and the timing, it’s likely this piece was created as a demonstration for Schaefer’s students—possibly during a group session or workshop. Schaefer was known for his hands-on teaching style, often using live demonstrations to share techniques and inspire creativity in the classroom.
This painting comes directly from the estate of Janak Khendry, adding to its provenance and appeal. With its charming subject, educational history, and original frame accented by linen that has gracefully aged over the years, this work would make a wonderful addition to any collection, bringing a touch of Canadian art history and beauty to your space.
Carl Fellman Schaefer (1903–1995)
Carl Fellman Schaefer was a Canadian painter and teacher, born on April 30, 1903, in Hanover, Ontario, and passed away on May 21, 1995, in Toronto. He is best known for his regionalist landscapes, depicting rural southern Ontario with a strong sense of place and detail.
Schaefer studied at the Ontario College of Art from 1921 to 1924, influenced by members of the Group of Seven. During the Depression, he returned to Hanover and developed a realistic style in watercolour and still life painting.
In 1940, he became the first Canadian artist to receive a Guggenheim Fellowship, which allowed him to work in New England. During World War II, Schaefer served as an official war artist with the Royal Canadian Air Force (1943–1946), creating powerful depictions of aviation life and machinery.
After the war, he resumed painting rural scenes and taught at Toronto’s Central Technical School and later at the Ontario College of Art (1948–1970). His work was featured in major exhibitions across Canada and Europe.
He received an honorary doctorate from the University of Waterloo (1976) and became a Member of the Order of Canada (1978). Major collections, such as the National Gallery of Canada, the Art Gallery of Ontario, and the Canadian War Museum, include his paintings.
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