Robert Brackman (1898-1980) - Prelude to Autumn, Oil on Canvas 20" X 12"

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A striking figural oil by acclaimed American artist Robert Brackman (1898–1980), titled Prelude to Autumn. Painted with Brackman’s signature realist … Read more A striking figural oil by acclaimed American artist Robert Brackman (1898–1980), titled Prelude to Autumn. Painted with Brackman’s signature realist style, the work depicts two figures in a contemplative seasonal setting. His mastery of design and imaginative expression is on full display here, balancing strong form with subtle emotional resonance.



Brackman was best known for large-scale figurative works, portraits, and still lifes. He studied at and later taught at the Art Students League of New York, where he became a life member. His portrait commissions included prominent American figures such as John D. Rockefeller, Jr., Charles Lindbergh, and John Foster Dulles. Works by Brackman can be found in notable collections and are highly regarded among 20th-century American realists.



Medium: Oil on canvas
Dimensions: 20” H x 12” W (unframed)
Signature: Signed lower right and verso
Condition: Excellent vintage condition, consistent with age; ready to frame and display.




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