The Legacy of Randolph Fisher #2

This old truck is parked on the side of Route 17 in Essex County, VA. The most I know about it at this time is that it is owned by a gentleman named... more

by Jennifer Donald

Original - Sold

Price

Not Specified

Dimensions

20.000 x 16.000 x 0.080 inches

Title

The Legacy of Randolph Fisher #2

Artist

Jennifer Donald

Medium

Painting - Acrylic On Canvas Board

Description

This old truck is parked on the side of Route 17 in Essex County, VA. The most I know about it at this time is that it is owned by a gentleman named Randolph Fisher and its my understanding that this has been parked in the same spot for over 50 years. I recently found out that it is an old fertilizer delivery truck.
The Stories.
1. It is funny how life plays out! I recently went to see a woman I'd never met. I met her mother, Trudy, instead. While we chatted and looked at the paintings I had with me, her landlord came by and I was introduced to the man, Tim. Trudy showed Tim this painting and his jaw dropped. He said, "I know that! I have stuff stored in that shed and I helped build those doors!" Tim confirmed its owner as Randolph Fisher and verified its use as a fertilizer delivery truck.
2. After 50 + years in the same spot, the truck has been removed from this location. How sad. I am glad I got the opportunity to paint this before this piece of history was gone forever.
3. At the Tappahannock Farmer's Market this past Saturday, a young man of about 25 and his female companion were looking at this painting. He stood there smiling and said, "That door is open. Do you want to know how I know that door is open? Because I opened it! I was a little kid working with my Dad on landscaping, and I wanted to get in the truck. I got it open and couldn't get it closed! Ever since, every time I drive past it, I feel bad cuz I'm the one who broke the door!"

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January 28th, 2012