Expressionist Portrait. Oil on canvas; inscribed lower right; gold frame. Bold expressionist portrait figure with vibrant colors characteristic of Gortons work. Psychological intensity reflects his reputation for challenging artistic boundaries. By internationally renowned Australian artist and founder of Paddington Art School. Authenticated by Aaron Matheson; curator and leading authority on the artists work. Mr. Matheson has curated exhibitions of Gortons paintings and maintains the artists estate archive. Authentication documentation available upon request.

CONDITION: The paint surface is in very good condition with vibrant, saturated colors and varied textural application ranging from thin washes to heavy impasto. No visible cracking, flaking, or paint losses are apparent. The canvas is taut on its stretcher with no visible deformation. The frame shows moderate wear to the gilt surface with scratches, scuffs, and small areas of loss to the gilding, particularly along the outer edges and corners, consistent with age and handling. There are some small spots of discoloration or staining on the linen liner. The verso shows the stretcher bars with some paint residue and minor marks, and the wire hanging hardware is intact.

DIMENSIONS: 40 x 27.5 in.

PROVENANCE: Authenticated by Aaron Matheson, curator and leading authority on the artist's work. Mr. Matheson has curated exhibitions of Gorton's paintings and maintains the artist's estate archive.; documentation available upon request. Private colleciton.

• Low Estimate: 2000.00
• High Estimate: 4000.00