Description
Wonderful early oil on canvas portrait by American artist William Clutz (b. 1933). Created in 1952, this striking work depicts a male sitter rendered in a rich palette of charcoal, gray, and eggshell tones, showcasing the artist's early command of light, shadow, and form.
The painting is signed on the front and signed and dated "1952" on the reverse of the canvas. It is presented in a complementary frame and is ready to hang.
Canvas Dimensions: 16" H * 18" W
William Clutz (born 1933) is an American artist known for his urban paintings, pastels, and charcoal drawings that transform everyday pedestrian scenes through dramatic use of light. He is associated with the revival of figurative representation in American art during the 1950s and 1960s.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Age appropriate wear (pictured)
Origin:
United States
Materials & Techniques:
Canvas
Details:
Country of Origin: United States
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Art Subjects: Figure
Frame Type: Framed
The painting is signed on the front and signed and dated "1952" on the reverse of the canvas. It is presented in a complementary frame and is ready to hang.
Canvas Dimensions: 16" H * 18" W
William Clutz (born 1933) is an American artist known for his urban paintings, pastels, and charcoal drawings that transform everyday pedestrian scenes through dramatic use of light. He is associated with the revival of figurative representation in American art during the 1950s and 1960s.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Age appropriate wear (pictured)
Origin:
United States
Materials & Techniques:
Canvas
Details:
Country of Origin: United States
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Art Subjects: Figure
Frame Type: Framed
Condition
Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Age appropriate wear (pictured)
Buyer's Premium
20%
Dimensions
19.5 x 17.5 x 3 in
Vintage 1950s Oil on Canvas Portrait Painting by William Clutz
Estimate $2,200-$5,670
Starting Bid
$1,100
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