René Brochard Original "Oil-Steel" Portrait of Neil Armstrong
Item Details
An original mixed media on board portrait of astronaut Neil Armstrong by well-listed French artist René Brochard (born 1926). The painting uses oil paint, steel, sand, and pebbles to create a highly textured image; Brochard referred to this pieces as his ‘oil-steel’ paintings. The painting depicts famed astronaut descending from the steps of Apollo 11 onto the moon’s surface. The piece is signed and dated to the verso, where it is also noted as having been created at the French consulate in Los Angeles, California. The painting is mounted in a wooden slat style frame with a natural stained finish and a hanging wire. More information about the artist can be found below under Additional Information.
Condition
- a few light scratches across.
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Item #
16CIN406-304
Additional Information
