Post Modern 1985 American New Wave Portrait Painting 24"

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Titled "Cory" and dated June 1985 on the reverse, this original oil portrait captures a distinctly contemporary subject rendered through … Read more Titled "Cory" and dated June 1985 on the reverse, this original oil portrait captures a distinctly contemporary subject rendered through direct observational painting. The composition reflects the visual language of late twentieth-century American portraiture, emphasizing individual presence and character over formal idealization. Careful facial modeling, nuanced color transitions, and controlled brushwork demonstrate an artist attentive to both likeness and atmosphere.

Cory's asymmetrical haircut, nautical stripes, fingerless gloves, and menswear-inspired styling reflect the influence of the New Wave movement that emerged alongside MTV and music-driven youth culture during the early 1980s. These fashions emphasized individuality and self-expression while challenging conventional approaches to dress and presentation.

The painting originates from a California estate containing a substantial collection of unsigned works spanning multiple decades. The consistency of style and chronology suggests the possibility of a long-active private artist working outside the commercial gallery system. As a result, the work functions not only as a portrait of an individual but also as a record of a distinct cultural moment in American life during the mid-1980s.


Measurements: 24"H x22"W

Weight:1.15 lb

Origin: USA

Age: 1985 See less