Al Seneres Original Expressionist Portrait Painting, 2005, Acrylic on Canvas

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Description

A wonderfully expressive original portrait by Portland artist Albert “Al” Seneres (1937–2024), painted in spring 2005.

This colorful figurative work … Read more A wonderfully expressive original portrait by Portland artist Albert “Al” Seneres (1937–2024), painted in spring 2005.

This colorful figurative work depicts a contemplative figure wearing a vivid red cap against a richly layered blue background. Energetic brushwork, exaggerated features, and unexpected combinations of color give the painting a distinctive character, blending expressionism with an almost folk-art sensibility.

The subject’s thoughtful expression contrasts beautifully with the painting’s bold palette and spontaneous execution. Rather than a conventional portrait, Seneres captures personality and emotion through color, movement, and painterly abstraction.

About the Artist

Albert “Al” Seneres studied at Cooper Union and the School of Visual Arts in New York before pursuing his artistic career in California and later Portland, Oregon.

His work encompasses expressive portraits, landscapes, animals, and imaginative compositions, often incorporating symbolic imagery and vibrant color.

Provenance

Acquired directly from the artist’s estate. This painting is part of a small, personally curated collection of original Seneres works offered by Kerby Curates.

Details

* Artist: Albert “Al” Seneres (1937–2024)
* Title: Untitled (Portrait), descriptive title
* Date: Spring 2005
* Medium: Original acrylic painting on stretched canvas
* Dimensions: 18” × 24”
* Frame: Unframed
* Origin: Portland, Oregon, USA
* Style: Expressionism, Figurative, Contemporary, Folk Art Influences
* Colors: Blue, Red, Pink, Cream, Black
* Signed and dated on reverse stretcher
* Provenance: Artist’s estate
* One-of-a-kind original artwork

Condition

Original pre-owned artwork with age-appropriate wear. Unframed stretched canvas with exposed edges. Please review photographs for details of the painting surface, canvas edges, and corners.

An intriguing addition to an eclectic gallery wall, contemporary living room, artist’s studio, or thoughtfully collected interior.

Vintage you can feel good about — no junk, just gems.

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