Framed abstract watercolor painting found near City Market
Description
Found this framed abstract watercolor painting this afternoon around 2:15 pm outside the Charleston City Market on Meeting Street, right by the entrance arch. It's a 12x16 inch piece in a light oak frame with a small dent on the bottom edge. The painting features teal and gold swirls on a creamy background, with a splash of cobalt blue near the top. On the back there's a sticker from a local studio called 'Coast & Canvas — Charleston' and the artist's initials 'JL' penciled in the corner of the matting. I know losing something like this can be really upsetting, so if this is yours, please DM with a description of the back label or those initials. Happy to coordinate a safe pickup near Waterfront Park.
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