Peter Keil Abstract Portrait Oil Painting, 1987

Item Details

Peter Robert Keil (German; born 1942)
Untitled (Abstract portrait), 1987
Oil painting on cardboard
Signed and dated to the lower left

Influenced by German Expressionism and graffiti elements, Keil is known for his simplified abstractions of traditional art subjects. He studied under Otto Nagel at a young age and developed relationships with other renowned artists such as Joan Miró. As Keil abandoned realism and developed his signature style, he used more vibrant colors rapidly applied with large gestural brushstrokes resembling the abstract style of Picasso.

Condition

- some accretion to painting surface; craquelure in paint with chips lifting and flaking, notable along chin, eyes, and hair of figure; scratches and wear to frame; piece is slightly loose and shifts in frame easily; backing paper torn away.

Dimensions

- measures the frame; visible image measures 17.25" W x 19.75" H.

Item #

ITMG244066