Barbara Lavallee VTG 2008 Signed Trivet Tile and similar items

Barbara Lavallee?s whimsical paintings depicting Alaska life have made her one of the most celebrated artists in Alaska This beautiful trivet tile depicts Alaskan Native culture and was created from the images painted by renowned artist Barbara Lavallee. Each tile does have the artists name / signature printed in the corner as they are made from her paintings. The square tile measures 5.75 inches in length and width and is .25 inches in height. It features an all-over multicolor pattern and is finished with a glossy surface. The tile is suitable for use as a wall decoration or as a functional trivet with its cork backing and ability to withstand dampness. It comes with a built in hanger and is boxed for safekeeping. This unique piece is a must-have for collectors of decorative tiles and those interested in Alaskan Native culture. About Barbara Lavallee: Barbara was born in Iowa and grew up in Wisconsin. Her mother was an art teacher and Barbara graduated from Wesleyan University with a bachelor?s degree in fine arts. A professional artist since 1976, Barbara developed her stylized figures by first working with silkscreen prints before turning to the watercolor medium. After teaching art in Arizona on a Navajo Indian Reservation, she spent 12 years in Sitka, Alaska, as an art teacher at Mt. Edgecumbe Boarding School. She now lives in Anchorage. Barbara?s interest in Alaska Native cultures and the Eskimo Olympics are evident in her work. Her paintings and limited edition prints also reflect her world of kids, cats, and everyday Alaska life. She especially enjoys painting women, who are usually depicted in bright colors doing things as diverse as picking berries, sitting in a hot tub, or doing aerobics. PLEASE REFER TO ALL PHOTOS FOR A BETTER VISUAL DESCRIPTION OF THE ITEM All of My Items Come from a Smoke Free Home and have been cleaned unless otherwise noted above I Strive to Ship Next Day Feel Free to Look Through My Other Listings Please contact me with any issues prior to leaving negative/neutral Feedbacks or low detail rating, as I will always do my best to solve any problems that may come up! Please refer to all photos above for a better visual description of the product being offered and it's condition. If you have any further questions, please feel free to message me Any props that are used in the taking of the photos are not included. Only the item/items in the title of the listings are being sold Notice Regarding Vintage Items: I specialize in vintage items that are usually 50+ years old. It is important that you examine this item carefully before bidding. I welcome all the questions. While I try hard to get my description accurate, you must look at the pictures and remember that vintage is NOT new or mint. Unless otherwise stated, items WILL have age related wear. These are usually items that are no longer manufactured or available by retail. I buy at estate auctions, yard sales, and antique stores, and I surface clean most but not all of my items. I try to describe my items the best I can. There is no intentional misleading information in my listings, but there may be a mistake or something missed occasionally due to human error. I do not smoke, however the previous owner(s) might have. If you buy or collect vintage, you must know that the items come from an era when the vast majority of Americans did smoke. Most of my customers want items in their authentic condition, which shows wear and proves age, so I leave any deep cleaning to the buyer's discretion. My items are sold in "as is" condition. I try to highlight any flaws over and above normal wear and tear, but again, you must look at the pictures and please feel free to ask questions