Earl Cunningham
(1893-1977)

Died aged c. 84

Earl Cunningham was born in Maine in 1893. He moved to St. Augustine in 1949 where he developed as a self-taught American folk artist. His work included paintings of early 20th century schooners and portrayals of Seminole Indian life that he infused with images of Viking ships. Cunningham’s work went largely unappreciated during his lifetime. Not until 1986 when his works were exhibited through a partnership between the center for American Art and New York University was his ability as a folk artist recognized. Earl Cunningham died in 1977. Mr. Cunningham’s work may be seen at the Mennello Museum of American Folk Art, 900 E. Princeton St., Orlando, Florida. For over thirty years, the museum has received more than 300 Cunningham paintings.

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