Peter Keil Abstract Portrait Oil Painting

Item Details

Peter Robert Keil (German, born 1942)
Untitled (abstract portrait), 1975
Oil painting on masonite panel
Signed to upper 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

- abrasions to paint surface; light scuff marks; cracking to paint with cupping to edges at lower center with areas of loss; light wear to edges of panel.

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Item #

ITMG188716