Bernard Perlin Self Portrait Sketch

Description

Bernard Perlin
(Richmond, VA 1918-2014)

self-portrait, c.1940s
silverpoint on paper
signed lower center, Bernard Perlin

Sight: 7 1/2 by 14 1/2 inches
Frame: 12 1/4 by 19 3/4 inches

Perlin produced figural studies throughout his career, characterized by their expressive line. This self-portrait is an example of this style.

Provenance: estate of Chuck Howard

Born in Richmond, VA, he moved to New York City to study art at New York School of Design and at the National Academy of Design. His commercial art career included producing propaganda posters during WWII, war correspondence art for Life and Fortune magazine and illustrations for Harper's and Collier's . In 1948, he lived in Italy focusing on his own work (landscapes, still lives and figures) and developing the Magic Realist style of which he is associated. He settled in Connecticut in the late 50's working primarily as a figurative painter.

Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: very good overall

Origin:
United States

Materials & Techniques:
Paper, Silverpoint

Details:
Country of Origin: United States
Frame Type: Framed
Art Subjects: Figure
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used

Condition

Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; very good overall

Buyer's Premium

20%

Dimensions

19.75 x 12.25 x 0.75 in

Bernard Perlin Self Portrait Sketch

Lot 0006

Estimate $4,800-$11,700

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