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Mommy's Tired

$500.00
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Oh, the life this piece has already lived…

“Mommy’s Tired” was painted on a 1940’s washboard manufactured in my home city of Raleigh NC, something once used in the everyday repetitive work of caring for a family.

Now, this piece is about the same kind of labor, expressed in a new era. The late nights. The mental load. The beauty that still blooms in the middle of the daily chaos.

I love giving old objects a second life, especially ones that already carry history. Pieces like this don’t just sit on a wall. They bring texture and conversation into a space.

For the homes that mix old with new, polished with worn, softness with edge… this is for you.

Because sometimes the most meaningful pieces are the ones that have already lived a life before they found you.

Oh, the life this piece has already lived…

“Mommy’s Tired” was painted on a 1940’s washboard manufactured in my home city of Raleigh NC, something once used in the everyday repetitive work of caring for a family.

Now, this piece is about the same kind of labor, expressed in a new era. The late nights. The mental load. The beauty that still blooms in the middle of the daily chaos.

I love giving old objects a second life, especially ones that already carry history. Pieces like this don’t just sit on a wall. They bring texture and conversation into a space.

For the homes that mix old with new, polished with worn, softness with edge… this is for you.

Because sometimes the most meaningful pieces are the ones that have already lived a life before they found you.

The Details

Painted on a 1940’s authentic vintage washboard,
manufactured in Raleigh, North Carolina, USA

Oil on 12.5×24 inch Washboard (paint on glass only)

Completed March 2026

FREE U.S. Domestic Shipping. View international shipping rates at checkout.

Painting comes ready to hang (wire on back) with certificate of authenticity included for your records.

Email Autumn at autumn@autumnhunter.art with any questions about this piece or your purchase.

Hear the inspiration and experience the process of creating “Mommy’s Tired”

Experience the Story

  • "I'm glad I went with my gut feeling and made the purchase... I was emotionally moved. I could not believe the depth and quality of the painting, and the frame you provided added the perfect contrast. Art is at its best when it translates complex, heavy emotions into something visual, and this piece accomplishes that goal perfectly."

    — Bob Makowiecki, Boston, MA

  • "Stellar work as always! I highly recommend everyone check out Autumn's works and pay attention to the details just below the surface. I know I'll be back for more!"

    —Josh Guicherit, Cambridge, MA

  • "Wonderful piece! It looks even better than I thought it would. I don't buy art often, but I couldn't help but buy this one. It's fantastic."

    —Bryson Davis, Savannah, GA

  • "What a truly unique and stunning piece! Autumn was kind and helpful when I had questions, the delivery was quick, and the quality is fantastic! I will definitely be adding more Autumn Hunter pieces to my collection."

    —Jackie Bira, Manual Antonio, Costa Rica

  • "Having the art in person, I can definitely say that the mastery behind the art is even better in person, and am extremely pleased with the result. 5/5 would recommend!"

    Amanuel Zelalem, Durham, NC

  • "This piece has become the focal point of our great room and I love her more and more every day. I always see something new when I look at this piece and I LOVE that about it."

    —Caitlin Marsh, Washington D.C.