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OSCAR
Oil on board
Size: 25.8 x 21.5 inches (including frame)
A striking and emotive mid-century figurative portrait composition that …
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OSCAR
Oil on board
Size: 25.8 x 21.5 inches (including frame)
A striking and emotive mid-century figurative portrait composition that is characterised by expressive brushwork and a rich interplay of colours, executed in oil onto board and dated 1944.
The subject, a solemn individual, is depicted with an elongated face and angular features, exuding an introspective presence. Positioned against an abstracted interior background, the painting suggests a domestic setting with hints of a decorative element behind the figure, possibly a painting.
Loose, painterly brushstrokes fill the surface, as the artist has applied paint in a gestural, almost raw manner – with visible and layered strokes that convey a sense of immediacy and emotion. This technique creates texture and imbues the work with a dynamic quality.
The palette consists of an array of muted shades that evoke a subdued but powerful emotional tone, suggesting introspection or melancholy.
This oil on board is housed in complementary gilt frame. Both the painting and frame are in excellent vintage condition.
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- Dimensions
- 21.5ʺW × 1.2ʺD × 25.8ʺH
- Styles
- Mid-Century Modern
- Art Subjects
- Portrait
- Frame Type
- Framed
- Period
- 1940s
- Country of Origin
- Sweden
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Oil Paint
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Blue
- Condition Notes
- This oil on board is housed in complementary gilt frame. Both the painting and frame are in excellent vintage condition. … moreThis oil on board is housed in complementary gilt frame. Both the painting and frame are in excellent vintage condition. Please note all of the artworks we sell are vintage and unless otherwise stated, their condition is typical for their age. This can sometimes include slight changes in colour, yellowing to the varnish, and minor bumps and bruises. We have tried to include as many close-up photos as possible. Should you need more photos or wish to ask us more questions regarding an item's condition, feel free to contact us, we are always happy to help. less
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