Nicholas Barbieri Abstract Pastel Composition on Paper

Item Details

An abstract pastel and watercolor composition on paper by listed, American artist Nicholas Barbieri (1942-2013), created in 1982. This drawing features gestural linework and aggressive smudging rendered with brown, orange, and pink pastel. It is signed and dated to the lower right corner and inscribed ‘BFA0025A’ to the verso. This drawing is presented in a black composite frame under glass; fitted with hanging wire to the verso

Nicholas Barbieri is best known his use of repetitive circular motions in his abstract expressionist style paintings. He received his BFA with honors from Pratt Institute and continued his art education with a MFA at Lehman College. Barbieri’s exploration of the visual relationships and effects of light on form, structure, and space have evolved over his four decade career. He has participated in many solo and group exhibitions and has his work in many private collections including the Clock Tower Gallery, Empire State Building-5th Avenue Gallery, Hundred Acres Gallery, and in The Hudson River Museum.

Condition

-glass could benefit from being cleaned; minor marks and abrasions to frame.

Dimensions

- frame measures; visible image measures 22.5" W x 34.5" H.

Item #

17MOR063-113