Brian Vale Oil Painting Portrait Of Dave 1966

Description

Original oil painting by Brian Vale titled Portrait of Dave, a striking mid-century expressionist portrait dating to 1966. Executed with bold impasto and palette knife techniques, the work displays strong texture, confident brushwork and excellent visual presence.

The reverse retains the original exhibition label identifying the work as Portrait of Dave by Brian Vale. Some viewers may note a resemblance to a young David Hockney; however, the sitter is not identified as David Hockney and the painting is being sold as titled by the artist.

An eye-catching and highly decorative original artwork, ideal for collectors of British modern art, expressionist portraiture and mid-century interiors.

Item Details

• Artist: Brian Vale

• Title: Portrait Of Dave

• Date: 1966

• Medium: Original Oil On Board

• Style: British Expressionist / Impasto

• Signed: Yes, lower left

• Subject: Male Portrait

• Colours: Ochre, cream, brown, black and pink tones

• Origin: United Kingdom

Dimensions

• Painting: 61 cm x 45.5 cm

• Frame: 70.5 cm x 56 cm

Condition

The painting is in good vintage condition with strong colours and substantial textured paint throughout.

The frame is heavily worn and tired with surface wear, scuffs, paint loss and signs of previous repairs. Most buyers would likely choose to reframe the artwork and the painting would benefit greatly from professional reframing.

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