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b. 1946 -

A self-taught artist and one of Florida's Highwaymen, Al Blood Black spent a lot of time in prison, where he was asked to paint murals on the walls of the facility where he lived. Al Black's prints depicted beautiful Florida landscapes, sunrises, and sunsets. Other characteristics of Al Black's prints included the presence of three seabirds in his coastal paintings, representing the Holy Trinity. Al Black's art paintings were sold not only in galleries, but more commonly out of his car to passing motorists, which is a common sight for Highwaymen artists. In the beginning, Al Black's artwork paintings were produced on upson board with oil and crown molding frames. Black also used acrylic and canvas in his work. To experience the beauty of owning similarly remarkable pieces of art, browse stunning landscape paintings at Invaluable.

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                • AL BLACK FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN BACK COUNTRY PINES
                  Nov. 16, 2024

                  AL BLACK FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN BACK COUNTRY PINES

                  Est: $1,500 - $2,500

                  Black, Albert “Blood” (B.1947) Florida Highwaymen Painting. Oil on Upson - signed lower right. Executed in Brushwork. Al Black's painting radiates bucolic living in a serene back-country lake scene. Few pine trees stand tall, being kissed by the sunrays of tangerine and mandarin sunset skies, their reflections shimmering on the still lake. Palm trees are scattered around, adding a personal Floridian touch to any scene. Eerie bare tree branches creep out from the forest shadows, creating a hauntingly beautiful contrast of deep, dark tones to the beamful apricot sky, behind it. Board measures 24x35 framed to overall size of 27x38. Condition: Very Fine

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                • AL BLACK FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN GRADIANT SKIES
                  Nov. 16, 2024

                  AL BLACK FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN GRADIANT SKIES

                  Est: $1,000 - $2,000

                  Black, Albert “Blood” (B.1947) Florida Highwaymen Painting. Oil on Masonite - signed lower right. Executed in Brushwork. A duo of pines stands tall before a lake, reflecting the gradient sky above. A trinity of egrets soars toward the large pines, seeking rest, while others stand still in the water. The horizon is lined with lush forests, adding depth to the scene. Light ripples on the water surface bring a sense of calm to this picturesque depiction of Florida’s forest lakes. Board measures 24x30 framed to overall size of 29x35 Condition: Very Fine

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                • AL BLACK FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN POINCIANA IN BLOOM
                  Nov. 16, 2024

                  AL BLACK FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN POINCIANA IN BLOOM

                  Est: $1,000 - $2,000

                  Black, Albert “Blood” (B.1947) Florida Highwaymen Painting. Oil on Masonite- signed lower right. Executed in Brushwork. Al Black’s painting captures a homely Southern landscape at sundown. A winding river road traces the riverbank, with the blazing sun glimmering off the water. A fishing shack rests in the shade of a grand fan-brushed red Poinciana, its limbs extended and in full bloom. Egrets soar gracefully, while pelicans gather riverside. Board measures 24x30 framed to overall size of 29x25. Condition: Very Fine

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                • AL BLACK FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN BOOK COVER RECREATION
                  Nov. 16, 2024

                  AL BLACK FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN BOOK COVER RECREATION

                  Est: $1,000 - $2,000

                  Black, Albert “Blood” (B.1947) Florida Highwaymen Painting. Oil on Masonite - signed lower right. Executed in Brushwork. A recreation of the cover of Gary Monroe's book: "The Highwaymen Murals: Al Black's Concrete Dreams". Board measures 24x36 framed to overall size of 27x39. Condition: Very Fine

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                • AL BLACK FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN RIVER ROAD POINCIANA
                  Nov. 16, 2024

                  AL BLACK FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN RIVER ROAD POINCIANA

                  Est: $750 - $1,500

                  Black, Albert “Blood” (B.1947) Florida Highwaymen Painting. Oil on Masonite - signed lower right. Executed in Brushwork. Al Black's painting showcases a homely Southern landscape. A winding river road follows the river at sundown, under a fiery gradient sunset shifting from deep blue to burnt orange and peachy tones. A grand Poinciana stands royally roadside, providing shade for natives holding torches beneath. Wooden boats are tied up and docked, completing the serene scene. The vibrant hues and calm setting evoke a sense of home and peace. Board measures 24x26 framed to overall size of 28x30 Condition: Very Fine

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                • AL BLACK FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN MARITIME FOREST SUNSET
                  Nov. 16, 2024

                  AL BLACK FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN MARITIME FOREST SUNSET

                  Est: $750 - $1,500

                  Black, Albert “Blood” (B.1947) Florida Highwaymen Painting. Oil on Masonite- signed lower right. Executed in brushwork. A peek out of the maritime forest reveals a graduating fiery sunset reflecting on the river. The remains of a weathered driftwood dock stand on the shoreline, evoking a sense of history. An egret trio chases the fading light, a duo of palm trees stand tall, atop sandy dunes casting shadows, tempering the sundown rays. The scene exudes warm, nostalgic Florida beauty. Board measures 24x36 framed to overall size of 30x41 Condition: Very Fine

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                • AL BLACK TROPICAL MARITIME SCENE OIL ON BOARD
                  Nov. 14, 2024

                  AL BLACK TROPICAL MARITIME SCENE OIL ON BOARD

                  Est: $600 - $800

                  Al Black (American, b. 1947). Untitled - Highwaymen landscape, oil on board, signed to LR, with business card verso. Framed. Provenance: Private Collection, Atlanta, GA. Approximate dimensions: h.18", w. 24", frame h. 22", w. 28", d.1.75".

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                • Al "Blood" Black (b. 1947) American, Florida Highwaymen Oil on Masonite
                  Nov. 02, 2024

                  Al "Blood" Black (b. 1947) American, Florida Highwaymen Oil on Masonite

                  Est: $1,200 - $1,600

                  Al "Blood" Black (b. 1947) American, Florida Highwaymen Oil on Masonite. Al was born in Jackson, Mississippi, and was one of the original 26 painters. At the urging of their leader, Alfred Hair, he acted as the salesman for them, going door to door up and down highways selling their paintings and building their reputation. Depicts a lovely Florida sunset, with palm trees and fertile vegetation in front and the glowing sky reflected in the sea below while birds fly by. Signed bottom right.  Condition: Good.  Overall Size: 19 1/2 x 25 1/2 Inches Sight Size: 17 x 23 #6060 .  The Highwaymen, also referred to as the Florida Highwaymen, are a group of 26 African American landscape artists in Florida. They painted landscapes and made a living selling them door-to-door to businesses and individuals throughout Florida from the mid 1950s through the 1980s. They also sold their work from the trunks of their cars along the eastern coastal roads A1A and US 1. Two of the original artists, Harold Newton and Alfred Hair, received training from the famous impressionist landscape painter and teacher Alfred “Beanie” Backus starting in 1955. Newton and Hair inspired a loose-knit group of other African American artists, mostly from the Fort Pierce area, to follow their leads. Newton is particularly remembered for his technical expertise, while Hair (who was only 14 when he started painting and selling his works) is considered the leader and catalyst who “set the tone for the group” in the 1960s. In 1970 Hair was killed in a barroom brawl, and the prodigious output of the movement’s artists began to wane. By the 1980s a shift in public tastes and the growth of corporate entities like Disney World further reduced the demand for the movement’s work, as well as many smaller arts organizations and groups. In the mid-1990s Jim Fitch, a Florida art historian, and Jeff Klinkenberg, a writer for the St. Petersburg Times, wrote several newspaper articles about the group and dubbed them “The Florida Highwaymen.” The attention created new interest for their idyllic landscapes of natural settings in Florida, igniting sales of the paintings and substantially increasing their value and demand. All 26 Florida Highwaymen were inducted into the Florida Artists Hall of Fame in 2004: Curtis Arnett, Hezekiah Baker, Al “Blood” Black, brothers Ellis and George Buckner, Robert Butler, Mary Ann Carroll (the only woman in the group), brothers Johnny and Willie Daniels, Rodney Demps, James Gibson, Alfred Hair, Isaac Knight, Robert Lewis, John Maynor, Roy McLendon, Alfonso “Poncho” Moran, brothers Sam, Lemuel and Harold Newton, Willie Reagan, Livingston “Castro” Roberts, Carnell “Pete” Smith Sr., Charles Walker, Sylvester Wells, and Charles “Chico” Wheeler. Of the remaining artists in the original group (13 are now deceased) all but one artist continue to paint to this day, more than 50 years since they first started, even though most of them are now in their 70s or older. Over time their style has evolved into more carefully created works and shifted away from the original “fast painting” techniques that enabled them to produce such large quantities in their early years. The Highwaymen were mostly self-taught painters who mentored each other, creating a distinctly unique group classified usually as “Folk Art” or more recently “Outsider Art.” Painting en plein air style, the Highwaymen artists eschewed formal color theory and relied on instinct and intuition to depict their steady stream of beaches, palm trees, and Everglades scenes. Organic colors were not their main focus, as they sought to attract buyers with burnt-orange Florida skies or unnaturally fluorescent clouds. It is believed the Highwaymen may have created a body of work of over 200,000 paintings, mainly using inexpensive construction materials for their canvases rather than traditional art supplies, while challenging many racial and cultural barriers that plagued the state in the 20th Century. As no galleries would accept their work, their success, determination, and longevity is remarkable considering the racial violence and Jim Crow era prejudice of their time. Due to their place in art history as well as the civil rights movement, some critics have referred to them as “The Last Great American Art Movement of the 20th Century.” The lone “Highwaywoman” Mary Ann Carroll lived in obscurity for many years, until she was the guest of honor at Michelle Obama’s First Lady's Luncheon on May 18, 2011. Carroll presented a poinciana tree painting to Mrs. Obama, and passed away in 2019.

                  Sarasota Estate Auction
                • Al "Blood" Black (b. 1947) American, Florida Highwaymen Oil on Masonite
                  Nov. 02, 2024

                  Al "Blood" Black (b. 1947) American, Florida Highwaymen Oil on Masonite

                  Est: $1,200 - $1,600

                  Al "Blood" Black (b. 1947) American, Florida Highwaymen Oil on Masonite. Al was born in Jackson, Mississippi, and was one of the original 26 painters. At the urging of their leader, Alfred Hair, he acted as the first  salesman for them, going door to door up and down highways selling their paintings and building their reputation. This piece demonstrates their fast and loose style, creating stunning colorful images of vibrant trees and skies. Signed bottom right.  Condition: Good.  Size: 19 1/2 x 25 1/2 Inches Sight Size: 17 x 23 Inches #6057 .  The Highwaymen, also referred to as the Florida Highwaymen, are a group of 26 African American landscape artists in Florida. They painted landscapes and made a living selling them door-to-door to businesses and individuals throughout Florida from the mid 1950s through the 1980s. They also sold their work from the trunks of their cars along the eastern coastal roads A1A and US 1. Two of the original artists, Harold Newton and Alfred Hair, received training from the famous impressionist landscape painter and teacher Alfred “Beanie” Backus starting in 1955. Newton and Hair inspired a loose-knit group of other African American artists, mostly from the Fort Pierce area, to follow their leads. Newton is particularly remembered for his technical expertise, while Hair (who was only 14 when he started painting and selling his works) is considered the leader and catalyst who “set the tone for the group” in the 1960s. In 1970 Hair was killed in a barroom brawl, and the prodigious output of the movement’s artists began to wane. By the 1980s a shift in public tastes and the growth of corporate entities like Disney World further reduced the demand for the movement’s work, as well as many smaller arts organizations and groups. In the mid-1990s Jim Fitch, a Florida art historian, and Jeff Klinkenberg, a writer for the St. Petersburg Times, wrote several newspaper articles about the group and dubbed them “The Florida Highwaymen.” The attention created new interest for their idyllic landscapes of natural settings in Florida, igniting sales of the paintings and substantially increasing their value and demand. All 26 Florida Highwaymen were inducted into the Florida Artists Hall of Fame in 2004: Curtis Arnett, Hezekiah Baker, Al “Blood” Black, brothers Ellis and George Buckner, Robert Butler, Mary Ann Carroll (the only woman in the group), brothers Johnny and Willie Daniels, Rodney Demps, James Gibson, Alfred Hair, Isaac Knight, Robert Lewis, John Maynor, Roy McLendon, Alfonso “Poncho” Moran, brothers Sam, Lemuel and Harold Newton, Willie Reagan, Livingston “Castro” Roberts, Carnell “Pete” Smith Sr., Charles Walker, Sylvester Wells, and Charles “Chico” Wheeler. Of the remaining artists in the original group (13 are now deceased) all but one artist continue to paint to this day, more than 50 years since they first started, even though most of them are now in their 70s or older. Over time their style has evolved into more carefully created works and shifted away from the original “fast painting” techniques that enabled them to produce such large quantities in their early years. The Highwaymen were mostly self-taught painters who mentored each other, creating a distinctly unique group classified usually as “Folk Art” or more recently “Outsider Art.” Painting en plein air style, the Highwaymen artists eschewed formal color theory and relied on instinct and intuition to depict their steady stream of beaches, palm trees, and Everglades scenes. Organic colors were not their main focus, as they sought to attract buyers with burnt-orange Florida skies or unnaturally fluorescent clouds. It is believed the Highwaymen may have created a body of work of over 200,000 paintings, mainly using inexpensive construction materials for their canvases rather than traditional art supplies, while challenging many racial and cultural barriers that plagued the state in the 20th Century. As no galleries would accept their work, their success, determination, and longevity is remarkable considering the racial violence and Jim Crow era prejudice of their time. Due to their place in art history as well as the civil rights movement, some critics have referred to them as “The Last Great American Art Movement of the 20th Century.” The lone “Highwaywoman” Mary Ann Carroll lived in obscurity for many years, until she was the guest of honor at Michelle Obama’s First Lady's Luncheon on May 18, 2011. Carroll presented a poinciana tree painting to Mrs. Obama, and passed away in 2019.

                  Sarasota Estate Auction
                • Al "Blood" Black (b. 1947) American, Florida Highwaymen Oil on Masonite
                  Nov. 02, 2024

                  Al "Blood" Black (b. 1947) American, Florida Highwaymen Oil on Masonite

                  Est: $1,200 - $1,600

                  Al "Blood" Black (b. 1947) American, Florida Highwaymen Oil on Masonite. Al was born in Jackson, Mississippi, and was one of the original 26 painters. At the urging of their leader, Alfred Hair, he acted as the salesman for them, going door to door up and down highways selling their paintings and building their reputation. Depicts gorgeous palm trees and lush forest with a gradient blue sea beyond, and birds in a brilliant twilight sky. Signed bottom right.  Condition: Good.  Size: 19 1/2 x 25 1/2 Inches Sight Size: 17 x 23 Inches #6059 .  The Highwaymen, also referred to as the Florida Highwaymen, are a group of 26 African American landscape artists in Florida. They painted landscapes and made a living selling them door-to-door to businesses and individuals throughout Florida from the mid 1950s through the 1980s. They also sold their work from the trunks of their cars along the eastern coastal roads A1A and US 1. Two of the original artists, Harold Newton and Alfred Hair, received training from the famous impressionist landscape painter and teacher Alfred “Beanie” Backus starting in 1955. Newton and Hair inspired a loose-knit group of other African American artists, mostly from the Fort Pierce area, to follow their leads. Newton is particularly remembered for his technical expertise, while Hair (who was only 14 when he started painting and selling his works) is considered the leader and catalyst who “set the tone for the group” in the 1960s. In 1970 Hair was killed in a barroom brawl, and the prodigious output of the movement’s artists began to wane. By the 1980s a shift in public tastes and the growth of corporate entities like Disney World further reduced the demand for the movement’s work, as well as many smaller arts organizations and groups. In the mid-1990s Jim Fitch, a Florida art historian, and Jeff Klinkenberg, a writer for the St. Petersburg Times, wrote several newspaper articles about the group and dubbed them “The Florida Highwaymen.” The attention created new interest for their idyllic landscapes of natural settings in Florida, igniting sales of the paintings and substantially increasing their value and demand. All 26 Florida Highwaymen were inducted into the Florida Artists Hall of Fame in 2004: Curtis Arnett, Hezekiah Baker, Al “Blood” Black, brothers Ellis and George Buckner, Robert Butler, Mary Ann Carroll (the only woman in the group), brothers Johnny and Willie Daniels, Rodney Demps, James Gibson, Alfred Hair, Isaac Knight, Robert Lewis, John Maynor, Roy McLendon, Alfonso “Poncho” Moran, brothers Sam, Lemuel and Harold Newton, Willie Reagan, Livingston “Castro” Roberts, Carnell “Pete” Smith Sr., Charles Walker, Sylvester Wells, and Charles “Chico” Wheeler. Of the remaining artists in the original group (13 are now deceased) all but one artist continue to paint to this day, more than 50 years since they first started, even though most of them are now in their 70s or older. Over time their style has evolved into more carefully created works and shifted away from the original “fast painting” techniques that enabled them to produce such large quantities in their early years. The Highwaymen were mostly self-taught painters who mentored each other, creating a distinctly unique group classified usually as “Folk Art” or more recently “Outsider Art.” Painting en plein air style, the Highwaymen artists eschewed formal color theory and relied on instinct and intuition to depict their steady stream of beaches, palm trees, and Everglades scenes. Organic colors were not their main focus, as they sought to attract buyers with burnt-orange Florida skies or unnaturally fluorescent clouds. It is believed the Highwaymen may have created a body of work of over 200,000 paintings, mainly using inexpensive construction materials for their canvases rather than traditional art supplies, while challenging many racial and cultural barriers that plagued the state in the 20th Century. As no galleries would accept their work, their success, determination, and longevity is remarkable considering the racial violence and Jim Crow era prejudice of their time. Due to their place in art history as well as the civil rights movement, some critics have referred to them as “The Last Great American Art Movement of the 20th Century.” The lone “Highwaywoman” Mary Ann Carroll lived in obscurity for many years, until she was the guest of honor at Michelle Obama’s First Lady's Luncheon on May 18, 2011. Carroll presented a poinciana tree painting to Mrs. Obama, and passed away in 2019.

                  Sarasota Estate Auction
                • Al "Blood" Black (b. 1947) American, Florida Highwaymen Oil on Masonite
                  Nov. 02, 2024

                  Al "Blood" Black (b. 1947) American, Florida Highwaymen Oil on Masonite

                  Est: $1,200 - $1,600

                  Al "Blood" Black (b. 1947) American, Florida Highwaymen Oil on Masonite. Al was born in Jackson, Mississippi, and was one of the original 26 painters. At the urging of their leader, Alfred Hair, he acted as the salesman for them, going door to door up and down highways selling their paintings and building their reputation. Dark trees in the foreground with a stunning yellowing sunset in the background, and birds soaring by. Signed bottom right.  Condition: Good.  Size: 25 1/2 x 19 1/2 Inches Sight Size: 23 x 17 #6058 .  The Highwaymen, also referred to as the Florida Highwaymen, are a group of 26 African American landscape artists in Florida. They painted landscapes and made a living selling them door-to-door to businesses and individuals throughout Florida from the mid 1950s through the 1980s. They also sold their work from the trunks of their cars along the eastern coastal roads A1A and US 1. Two of the original artists, Harold Newton and Alfred Hair, received training from the famous impressionist landscape painter and teacher Alfred “Beanie” Backus starting in 1955. Newton and Hair inspired a loose-knit group of other African American artists, mostly from the Fort Pierce area, to follow their leads. Newton is particularly remembered for his technical expertise, while Hair (who was only 14 when he started painting and selling his works) is considered the leader and catalyst who “set the tone for the group” in the 1960s. In 1970 Hair was killed in a barroom brawl, and the prodigious output of the movement’s artists began to wane. By the 1980s a shift in public tastes and the growth of corporate entities like Disney World further reduced the demand for the movement’s work, as well as many smaller arts organizations and groups. In the mid-1990s Jim Fitch, a Florida art historian, and Jeff Klinkenberg, a writer for the St. Petersburg Times, wrote several newspaper articles about the group and dubbed them “The Florida Highwaymen.” The attention created new interest for their idyllic landscapes of natural settings in Florida, igniting sales of the paintings and substantially increasing their value and demand. All 26 Florida Highwaymen were inducted into the Florida Artists Hall of Fame in 2004: Curtis Arnett, Hezekiah Baker, Al “Blood” Black, brothers Ellis and George Buckner, Robert Butler, Mary Ann Carroll (the only woman in the group), brothers Johnny and Willie Daniels, Rodney Demps, James Gibson, Alfred Hair, Isaac Knight, Robert Lewis, John Maynor, Roy McLendon, Alfonso “Poncho” Moran, brothers Sam, Lemuel and Harold Newton, Willie Reagan, Livingston “Castro” Roberts, Carnell “Pete” Smith Sr., Charles Walker, Sylvester Wells, and Charles “Chico” Wheeler. Of the remaining artists in the original group (13 are now deceased) all but one artist continue to paint to this day, more than 50 years since they first started, even though most of them are now in their 70s or older. Over time their style has evolved into more carefully created works and shifted away from the original “fast painting” techniques that enabled them to produce such large quantities in their early years. The Highwaymen were mostly self-taught painters who mentored each other, creating a distinctly unique group classified usually as “Folk Art” or more recently “Outsider Art.” Painting en plein air style, the Highwaymen artists eschewed formal color theory and relied on instinct and intuition to depict their steady stream of beaches, palm trees, and Everglades scenes. Organic colors were not their main focus, as they sought to attract buyers with burnt-orange Florida skies or unnaturally fluorescent clouds. It is believed the Highwaymen may have created a body of work of over 200,000 paintings, mainly using inexpensive construction materials for their canvases rather than traditional art supplies, while challenging many racial and cultural barriers that plagued the state in the 20th Century. As no galleries would accept their work, their success, determination, and longevity is remarkable considering the racial violence and Jim Crow era prejudice of their time. Due to their place in art history as well as the civil rights movement, some critics have referred to them as “The Last Great American Art Movement of the 20th Century.” The lone “Highwaywoman” Mary Ann Carroll lived in obscurity for many years, until she was the guest of honor at Michelle Obama’s First Lady's Luncheon on May 18, 2011. Carroll presented a poinciana tree painting to Mrs. Obama, and passed away in 2019.

                  Sarasota Estate Auction
                • AL BLACK FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN RIVER ROAD
                  Oct. 19, 2024

                  AL BLACK FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN RIVER ROAD

                  Est: $1,500 - $2,500

                  Black, Albert “Blood” (B.1947) Florida Highwaymen Painting. Oil on Upson Board - signed lower right. Executed in Brushwork. The tranquility of nature unfolds along River Road that beckons viewers to explore its hidden beauty. An enchanting orange sunset paints the sky in warm hues, casting a golden shimmer on the water's surface that mirrors the day's fleeting light. In the distance, a small sailboat gracefully glides along the horizon, embodying a sense of freedom and adventure. To the right, an ancient oak tree draped with Spanish moss adds a touch of Southern charm, its elegant tendrils framing the scene and inviting you to immerse yourself in this peaceful landscape.. Board measures 24x35 framed to overall size of 28x40. Condition: Very Fine

                  Manor Auctions
                • AL BLACK FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN MAJESTIC LOBLOLLY
                  Oct. 19, 2024

                  AL BLACK FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN MAJESTIC LOBLOLLY

                  Est: $1,500 - $2,000

                  Black, Albert “Blood” (B.1947) Florida Highwaymen Painting. Oil on Upson Board - signed lower right. Executed in Brushwork. Pink and orange sunrise, where the delicate hues of dawn seamlessly blend into one another, casting a warm glow across the scene. Tall loblolly pine trees stand majestically, their silhouettes rising against the vibrant sky, creating a striking contrast that draws the eye. Surrounding them is a rich tapestry of lush green foliage, brimming with life and vitality. Board measures 24x35 framed to overall size of 29x41.Condition: Very Fine

                  Manor Auctions
                • AL BLACK FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN VINTAGE CLASSIC
                  Oct. 19, 2024

                  AL BLACK FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN VINTAGE CLASSIC

                  Est: $1,000 - $3,000

                  Black, Albert “Blood” (B.1947) Florida Highwaymen Painting. Oil on Masonite - signed lower right "Al Black '83". Executed in Brushwork. immerse yourself in the tranquil beauty of a sorbet sunset sky, where vibrant hues of pink, orange, and lavender blend seamlessly above a serene river inlet. The sky's colorful palette reflects delicately on the shimmering water below, creating a mesmerizing interplay of light and color. Silhouetted against this breathtaking backdrop, tall palm trees gracefully lean over the water, their fronds dancing gently in the warm breeze. In the foreground, a trio of birds glides effortlessly across the surface, their silhouettes casting fleeting shadows on the water, embodying the peaceful harmony of nature. Board measures 24x36 and framed to overall size of 27x39.Condition: Very Fine

                  Manor Auctions
                • AL BLACK FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN JACARANDA REFLECTION
                  Oct. 19, 2024

                  AL BLACK FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN JACARANDA REFLECTION

                  Est: $1,000 - $2,000

                  Black, Albert “Blood” (B.1947) Florida Highwaymen Painting. Oil on Canvas - signed lower right. Executed in Brushwork. A majestic Jacaranda tree stands gracefully beside a tranquil reflecting pond, its vibrant purple blossoms creating a stunning contrast against the calm waters. The soft hues of a dawn sunrise illuminate the scene, casting a warm glow that enhances the peaceful atmosphere. Above, a trio of birds glides gracefully through the sky, adding a sense of movement and life to the composition. Meanwhile, elegant herons can be seen wading in the pond, their graceful forms mirrored in the water's surface. Canvas measures 24x30 framed to overall size of 29x35. Condition: Very Fine

                  Manor Auctions
                • AL BLACK FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN GREEN LANDSCAPE
                  Oct. 19, 2024

                  AL BLACK FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN GREEN LANDSCAPE

                  Est: $750 - $1,500

                  Black, Albert “Blood” (B.1947) Florida Highwaymen Painting. Oil on Masonite - signed lower right. Executed in Brushwork. In this captivating scene, a trinity of graceful birds soars through a sky adorned with soft, peach-hued cumulus clouds, their wings outstretched against the backdrop of a serene dawn. Below, a lush green landscape stretches out, dotted with vibrant flora that sways gently in the breeze. In the foreground, a recently fallen tree lies, its gnarled branches creating an intriguing contrast to the vivid greenery surrounding it. Board measures 24x36 framed to overall size of 28x41. Condition: Very Fine

                  Manor Auctions
                • AL BLACK FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN BLUE HOUR
                  Oct. 19, 2024

                  AL BLACK FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN BLUE HOUR

                  Est: $750 - $1,500

                  Black, Albert “Blood” (B.1947) Florida Highwaymen Painting. Oil on Masonite - signed lower right. Executed in Brushwork. This enchanting painting captures the serene beauty of the blue hour as dusk settles over a tranquil landscape. Two tall palm trees gracefully sway in the gentle evening breeze, their silhouettes standing in contrast against the deepening indigo sky. A small, rustic dock juts out into the calm waters, inviting viewers to imagine the peaceful moments spent by the shore. Above, a harmonious trio of birds glides through the fading light, their wings outstretched as they journey towards the horizon. Board measures24x36 framed to overall size of 28x41. Condition: Very Fine

                  Manor Auctions
                • AL BLACK FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN ETHEREAL GLOW
                  Oct. 19, 2024

                  AL BLACK FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN ETHEREAL GLOW

                  Est: $500 - $1,000

                  Black, Albert “Blood” (B.1947) Florida Highwaymen Painting. Oil on Masonite - signed lower right. The scene unfolds under a dark blue moonlit evening sky, casting an ethereal glow over the landscape. A trio of birds gracefully flits through the tranquil air, their silhouettes contrasting against the luminous backdrop. Board measures 24x30 framed to overall size of 29x35.Condition: Very Fine

                  Manor Auctions
                • **AL BLACK FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN SHERBERT SUNRISE
                  Oct. 19, 2024

                  **AL BLACK FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN SHERBERT SUNRISE

                  Est: $750 - $1,500

                  Black, Albert “Blood” (B.1947) Florida Highwaymen Painting. Oil on Masonite - signed lower right. Executed in Brush. Pastel colors embellish the evening sky reflecting upon the tranquil water. Board measures 24x30 framed to overall size of 29x35. *Backus Fundraiser Item* Condition: Very Fine

                  Manor Auctions
                • Al Black Florida Highwaymen Everglades Scene. Al Black ( b. 1947) Florida Highwaymen artist oil on board. Sunset Everglade Pines and birds. 24 x 12 inches
                  Oct. 08, 2024

                  Al Black Florida Highwaymen Everglades Scene. Al Black ( b. 1947) Florida Highwaymen artist oil on board. Sunset Everglade Pines and birds. 24 x 12 inches

                  Est: $400 - $600

                  Al Black Florida Highwaymen Everglades Scene. Al Black ( b. 1947) Florida Highwaymen artist oil on board. Sunset Everglade Pines and birds. 24 x 12 inches

                  Bill Hood & Sons Arts & Antiques Auctions
                • Al Black Florida Highwaymen Beach Palm Tree Scene. Al Black ( b. 1947) Florida Highwaymen artist oil on Masonite. Florida Rio Mar Beach. 30 x 50 inches.
                  Oct. 08, 2024

                  Al Black Florida Highwaymen Beach Palm Tree Scene. Al Black ( b. 1947) Florida Highwaymen artist oil on Masonite. Florida Rio Mar Beach. 30 x 50 inches.

                  Est: $1,000 - $1,500

                  Al Black Florida Highwaymen Beach Palm Tree Scene. Al Black ( b. 1947) Florida Highwaymen artist oil on Masonite. Florida Rio Mar Beach. 30 x 50 inches.

                  Bill Hood & Sons Arts & Antiques Auctions
                • Al Black, Florida Highwaymen Oil Painting on Masonite
                  Oct. 07, 2024

                  Al Black, Florida Highwaymen Oil Painting on Masonite

                  Est: $800 - $1,500

                  Al Black, Florida Highwaymen Oil Painting on Masonite. Depicting a Florida landscape of a large Poinciana tree with flying seagulls. Signed lower right. Measures approx. - 20" high x 23 3/4" wide, with frame - 25" high x 29" wide. Have a similar item to sell? Contact us at info@marketauctionsinc.com Please review all photos closely. The non-appearance of a condition report does not mean that the lot is in perfect condition, does not show wear due to age and use, or is free from damage. Market Auctions Inc. strongly suggests that you request a condition report before placing a bid. You may request one from us via this auction platform. Please note that any condition reports are given as strictly as a courtesy to interested parties and should not be considered a statement of fact. Market Auctions Inc. bears no responsibility for any error or omission. All sales are final and sold as is. Measurements are approximated. Please note shipping is not included. All collectibles, silver, antiques, and paintings please contact our third party shipper listed below: Juniors Auction Services 561-510-0345 / juniorsauctionservices@gmail.com UPS Store 1226 (561) 835-9791 /  store1226@theupsstore.com DM Postal (561) 469-6137 / dmpostal5001@gmail.com For furniture and very large items, please contact an appropriate freight / transport company for shipment. SALES TAX NOTICE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that Market Auction, Inc., only collects and remits sales tax on items purchased by Florida residents. ALL OUT OF STATE purchasers are required to pay sales tax to their respective States. Purchasers holding valid resale certificates must provide proof of same prior to purchase. Market Auctions, Inc. takes no responsibility for purchaser failure to remit sales tax to the proper non-Florida taxing authority and for any fines or penalties that may result.

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                • AL BLACK FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN PARADISE ON UPSON
                  Sep. 14, 2024

                  AL BLACK FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN PARADISE ON UPSON

                  Est: $1,000 - $2,000

                  Black, Albert “Blood” (B.1947) Florida Highwaymen Painting. Oil on Upson Board - signed on Verso. Executed in Palette Knife on a field of Brushwork. A serene grasslandwhere a majestic pine tree, draped in Spanish moss, stands against a backdrop of pink clouds. His legendary egret trinity soars gracefully around it, adding a touch of divine elegance. In the distance, a dead pine tree stands solemnly, while another lies fallen over a tranquil lake, its silhouette telling tales of time. A very early 70's unsigned Al Back scarcely seen in the traditional style. Board measures 24x36framed to overall size of 28x39. Condition: Very Fine

                  Manor Auctions
                • AL BLACK FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN TABEBUIA
                  Sep. 14, 2024

                  AL BLACK FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN TABEBUIA

                  Est: $1,000 - $2,000

                  Black, Albert "Blood" (B. 1947) Florida Highwaymen Painting. Oil on Masonite - signed lower right. Executed in brush. Al Black’s painting captures the fiery brilliance of an eventide sky, its luminous hues setting the scene ablaze. A lengthy Tabebuia tree stands proudly, its yellow blossoms glowing like nature’s own lanterns. The sky’s vibrant colors accentuate the tree’s golden splendor, creating a mesmerizing contrast. Black’s brushwork brings this radiant moment to life, inviting viewers to bask in the warm, enchanting glow of a Florida sunset. It’s a scene where nature’s beauty and artistic mastery collide. Board measures 24x30 framed to overall size of 29x35. Condition: Very Fine

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                • AL BLACK FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN PEACEFUL POND
                  Sep. 14, 2024

                  AL BLACK FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN PEACEFUL POND

                  Est: $1,000 - $2,000

                  Black, Albert "Blood" (B. 1947) Florida Highwaymen Painting. Oil on Masonite - signed lower right and verso. Executed in Brush. Verdant tones wash the landscape surrounding a small reservoir. Board measures 24x30 framed to overall size of 30x36. Condition: Very Fine

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                • AL BLACK FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN EMERALD RIVERSIDE
                  Sep. 14, 2024

                  AL BLACK FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN EMERALD RIVERSIDE

                  Est: $800 - $1,600

                  Black, Albert “Blood” (B.1947) Florida Highwaymen Painting. Oil on Masonite - signed lower right. Executed in brush. Beautiful riverside view featuring a dock and local wildlife. Board measures 22x27 framed to overall size of 27x32. Condition: Very Fine

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                • AL BLACK FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN JACARANDA FIRE SKY
                  Sep. 14, 2024

                  AL BLACK FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN JACARANDA FIRE SKY

                  Est: $800 - $1,600

                  Black, Albert “Blood” (B.1947) Florida Highwaymen Painting. Oil on Masonite - signed lower right. Created in brushwork. Fully blooming Jacaranda by the roadside provides shade for local fauna. Board measures 22x27 framed to overall size of 27x32. Condition: Fine

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                • AL BLACK FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN MOONLIGHT POND
                  Sep. 14, 2024

                  AL BLACK FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN MOONLIGHT POND

                  Est: $750 - $1,500

                  Black, Albert “Blood” (B.1947) Florida Highwaymen Painting. Oil on Masonite - signed lower right and verso. Executed in brush. Stately pines stand tall soaking in the moons rays. Reflections upon the glass like pond mirror the azure sky. Board measures 24x30 framed to overall size of 32x38. Condition: Very Fine

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                • AL BLACK FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN GONE FISHING
                  Sep. 14, 2024

                  AL BLACK FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN GONE FISHING

                  Est: $500 - $1,000

                  Black, Albert “Blood” (B.1947) Florida Highwaymen Painting. Oil on Masonite - signed lower right. Created using brushwork. A fisherman pauses to add new bait to his lure on the riverside. Board measures 20x24.5 framed to overall size of 27x32. Condition: Very Fine

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                • AL BLACK FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN AFTERGLOW SKY
                  Sep. 14, 2024

                  AL BLACK FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN AFTERGLOW SKY

                  Est: $500 - $1,000

                  Black, Albert “Blood” (B.1947) Florida Highwaymen Painting. Oil on Masonite - signed lower right and verso. Executed in brushwork. As the sun slowly fades an afterglow presents over the tranquil water. Board measures 20x24 framed to overall size of 26x30. Condition: Very Fine

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                • Al Black (USA B1947) Air Brush On Board Portrait
                  Sep. 14, 2024

                  Al Black (USA B1947) Air Brush On Board Portrait

                  Est: $200 - $400

                  Al (Blood) Black (AMERICAN / FLORIDA / MISSISSIPPI, Born 1947) air brush work on board depicting the portrait of a man smoking a cigarette. Signed to verso and dated 1977. Unframed. Board measures approx. 36"height x 24" width. Shows some loss around edges and scratching in center. JD/B13/SH:15B

                  Joshua Kodner
                • AL BLACK FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN VIVID SUNRISE
                  Aug. 17, 2024

                  AL BLACK FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN VIVID SUNRISE

                  Est: $750 - $1,500

                  Black, Albert “Blood” (B.1947) Florida Highwaymen Painting. Oil on Masonite - signed lower right. Accomplished using brush. Vivid sunrise hues awaked the riverside. Board measures 16x38 framed to overall size of 22x45. Condition: Very Fine

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                • AL BLACK FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN SURF'S UP
                  Aug. 17, 2024

                  AL BLACK FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN SURF'S UP

                  Est: $800 - $1,600

                  Black, Albert “Blood” (B.1947) Florida Highwaymen Painting. Oil on canvas - signed lower right. Brush was used to create this scene. Three palms sway in the breeze as waves crash onto the shore. The dark blue sky is filled with light blue cumulus clouds. Canvas measures 24x30 framed to overall size of 26x32. African American Highwaymen Folk Art, evolved from the Backus Indian River School Art Colony. Condition: Very Fine

                  Manor Auctions
                • AL BLACK FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN SUNSET IN THE MARSH
                  Aug. 17, 2024

                  AL BLACK FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN SUNSET IN THE MARSH

                  Est: $750 - $1,500

                  Black, Albert “Blood” (B.1947) Florida Highwaymen Painting. Oil on Masonite - signed lower right. Brought forth in brushwork. The setting of the sun sends the local fauna in search of a safe haven for the evening. Board measures 16x38 framed to overall size of 22x45. Condition: Very Fine

                  Manor Auctions
                • AL BLACK FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN JACARANDA
                  Aug. 17, 2024

                  AL BLACK FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN JACARANDA

                  Est: $750 - $1,500

                  Black, Albert “Blood” (B.1947) Florida Highwaymen Painting. Oil on Masonite - signed lower right. Executed in brush and palette knife. A blooming Jacaranda is set on the far side of a lake with reflections of the sky and tree combining on the lake. Board measures 20x24 framed to overall size of 25x30. Condition: Very Fine

                  Manor Auctions
                • AL BLACK FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN SUNSET ON THE RIVER
                  Aug. 17, 2024

                  AL BLACK FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN SUNSET ON THE RIVER

                  Est: $600 - $1,200

                  Black, Albert “Blood” (B.1947) Florida Highwaymen Painting. Oil on Masonite - signed lower right. Executed in brush and palette knife. A massive tree covered in Spanish Moss hides the setting sun. Three birds representing the Trinity are in flight over the yellow and peach reflections on the water. Board measures 18x24 framed to overall size of 24x30.Condition: Very Fine

                  Manor Auctions
                • AL BLACK HIGHWAYMEN COASTAL SURF BEACH SCENE
                  Aug. 17, 2024

                  AL BLACK HIGHWAYMEN COASTAL SURF BEACH SCENE

                  Est: $2,000 - $4,000

                  BLACK, Al, (American, 1947-): Florida Highwaymen Coastal Surf Beach Scene, Oil/Upson Board, 24" x 36", signed lower right and dated '77, framed, 26.5" x 38.5".

                  Burchard Galleries Inc
                • AL BLACK HIGHWAYMEN SECLUDED BEACH SCENE PAINTING
                  Aug. 17, 2024

                  AL BLACK HIGHWAYMEN SECLUDED BEACH SCENE PAINTING

                  Est: $2,000 - $4,000

                  BLACK, Al, (American, 1947-): Florida Highwaymen Secluded Beach Painting, Oil/Canvasboard, 24" x 36", signed lower right and dated 1980, framed, 27" x 39".

                  Burchard Galleries Inc
                • FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN, AL BLACK, (B1947) Birds and trees on coast, oil on Masonite, signed lower right, 18" x 24" board, 21 1/4" x 27 1/2" overall
                  Jul. 23, 2024

                  FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN, AL BLACK, (B1947) Birds and trees on coast, oil on Masonite, signed lower right, 18" x 24" board, 21 1/4" x 27 1/2" overall

                  Est: $500 - $1,000

                  FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN, AL BLACK, (B1947) Birds and trees on coast, oil on Masonite, signed lower right, 18" x 24" board, 21 1/4" x 27 1/2" overall

                  Bill Hood & Sons Arts & Antiques Auctions
                • AL BLACK FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN POINCIANA REFLECTIONS
                  Jul. 20, 2024

                  AL BLACK FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN POINCIANA REFLECTIONS

                  Est: $1,000 - $2,000

                  Black, Albert “Blood” (B.1947) Florida Highwaymen Painting. Oil on Masonite - signed lower right. Executed in Brush. Full Poinciana proudly displaying its blooms. Board measures 27x34 framed to overall size of 34x41. Condition: Very Fine

                  Manor Auctions
                • AL BLACK FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN JACARANDA BLOSSOMS
                  Jul. 20, 2024

                  AL BLACK FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN JACARANDA BLOSSOMS

                  Est: $1,000 - $2,000

                  Black, Albert “Blood” (B.1947) Florida Highwaymen Painting. Oil on Masonite - signed lower right. Painted with brush. A Jacaranda's branches are adorned with bright purple blossoms that catch the sunlight. The tree stands at the water’s edge and above the sky is a canvas of shifting hues. Board measures 24x36 framed to overall size of 29x41.Condition: Very Fine

                  Manor Auctions
                • AL BLACK FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN JACARANDA AFTERNOON
                  Jul. 20, 2024

                  AL BLACK FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN JACARANDA AFTERNOON

                  Est: $1,000 - $2,000

                  Black, Albert “Blood” (B.1947) Florida Highwaymen Painting. Oil on Masonite - signed lower right. Painted using brushwork. A Jacaranda in full bloom by the riverside with foggy afternoon skies. Board measures 24x36 framed to overall size of 29x41. Condition: Very Fine

                  Manor Auctions
                • AL BLACK FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN COASTAL VIEWS
                  Jul. 20, 2024

                  AL BLACK FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN COASTAL VIEWS

                  Est: $1,000 - $2,000

                  Black, Albert “Blood” (B.1947) Florida Highwaymen Painting. Oil on Masonite - signed lower right. Executed in brush. A lone vessel awaits its next journey upon the gently rolling waves. Board measures 24x36 framed to overall size of 29x41. Condition: Very Fine

                  Manor Auctions
                • AL BLACK FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN SUBTROPICAL FLORIDA
                  Jul. 20, 2024

                  AL BLACK FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN SUBTROPICAL FLORIDA

                  Est: $750 - $1,500

                  Black, Albert “Blood” (B.1947) Florida Highwaymen Painting. Oil on Masonite - signed lower right. Executed in brush. A romanticized view of an evening scene on one of Florida's rivers. Rays of the moon traverse through the lavender and pink sky to reflect on the still waters. Board measures 22x28 framed to overall size of 27x33.Condition: Very Fine

                  Manor Auctions
                • AL BLACK FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN LOT OF 2
                  Jul. 20, 2024

                  AL BLACK FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN LOT OF 2

                  Est: $500 - $1,000

                  Black, Albert “Blood” (B.1947) Florida Highwaymen Painting. Oil on Canvas Board - signed lower right. Board measures 16x20 framed to overall size of 21x25. A full bloom jacaranda is featured in this shoreline painting. His trademark of the Trinity has three gulls in flight in a blue-gray sky accentuated with clouds. Mixed Media Jail Art - Signed lower right. The everglades as imagined by Al Black during incarceration. Image measures 8.5x11 framed to overall size of 9.25x11.75. Condition: Very Fine

                  Manor Auctions
                • AL BLACK FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN MOONLIGHT ON THE RIVER
                  Jul. 20, 2024

                  AL BLACK FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN MOONLIGHT ON THE RIVER

                  Est: $500 - $1,000

                  Black, Albert “Blood” (B.1947) Florida Highwaymen Painting. Oil on Masonite - signed lower right. Executed with brush. The moon's rays are peaking through the dark blue sky and reflecting on the waterway. In the distance a lavender haze is set against the shoreline. Three gulls hover around a leaning palm tree. Board measures 18x24 framed to overall size of 23x29.Condition: Very Fine

                  Manor Auctions
                • Al Black (USA B1947) Florida Highwaymen Oil
                  Jul. 13, 2024

                  Al Black (USA B1947) Florida Highwaymen Oil

                  Est: $300 - $500

                  Al "Blood" Black (AMERICAN / FLORIDA, Born 1947) Florida Highwaymen oil painting on masonite board depicting a landscape scene with birds, coconut tree, jacaranda tree, mangroves, birds and river. Signed to lowerright. Mounted in a wooden frame. Board measures 24" height x 30" width. Measures approx. 27" height x 33" width overall including frame. Appears in overall good condition. JD/B13/SH:17A

                  Joshua Kodner
                • Al Black (USA B1947) Florida Highwaymen Oil
                  Jul. 13, 2024

                  Al Black (USA B1947) Florida Highwaymen Oil

                  Est: $300 - $500

                  Al "Blood" Black (AMERICAN / FLORIDA, Born 1947) Florida Highwaymen oil painting on masonite board depicting a landscape scene with birds, coconut tree, lake and moss trees. Signed to lower right. Mounted in awooden frame. Board measures 24" height x 30" width. Measures approx. 31 3/4" height x 37 3/4" width overall including frame. Appears in overall good condition.JD/B13/SH:17A

                  Joshua Kodner
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