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The product is a large framed acrylic painting by artist Fred Blassingham, depicting an Art Deco style African American jazz group. Created in the 1980-90's in the United States, this original piece is signed by the artist and measures 24 3/4 inches in length and 28 3/4 inches in height. The painting combines elements of Cubism, Art Deco, and Realism, showcasing a unique blend of African American culture and musical themes. With a vibrant multi-color palette and a focus on musical bands and actors, this unique and handmade artwork is a one-of-a-kind piece that captures the essence of jazz and artistic expression from the 1980s.
Details
• Artist: Fred Blassingham
• Medium: Acrylic on canvas (estimated)
• Era: Circa 1990s
• Signed: Yes, lower right
• Condition: Very good vintage condition with light, age-appropriate wear. Typical crackling in oil paint is present. Small scuffs and discoloration present (see pictures). Was lightly cleaned with conservation-grade products. A small hole in top of painting has been patched using acid free backing and high quality oil paint to match. Frame sustained some prior damage so it was cleaned and restored.
• Frame: Included (vintage bamboo-style gilt frame) with saw hanger on back.
Charles Henry Alston, Charles White, Sam Gilliam; Alma Thomas; Norman Lewis; Beauford Delaney; Jacob Lawrence; Romaire Bearden; Faith Ringold, Varnette Honeywood; Benny Andrews; Robert Duncanson; Palmer Hayden, Lois Mailou Jones, Hale Woodruff; Betye Saar; Amy Sherald; Kara Walker; Georgia O’Keefe; Mickalene Thomas; Carrie Mae Weems; Lorna Simpson; Titus Kaphar; Kerry James Marshall; Barkley Hendricks; Jean Michel Basquiat; Keith Haring; Derrick Adams; Nina Chanel Abney; Hebru Brantley; Jonathan Adler; Keith Haring; Basquiat; Glenn Ligon; Kehinde Wiley; Alison Saar; Hank Willis Thomas; Radcliffe Bailey; Pharrell Williams; Marcus Brutus; Dennis Osabede
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