Lot #14: Original vintage bullfighting Pastel painting by the Listed artist B. Clerk 19.5x24.75"

Original vintage bullfighting Pastel painting by the Listed artist B. Clerk 19.5x24.75" I'm offering a striking original vintage pastel painting by the listed artist B. Clerk, capturing a dynamic bullfighting scene. The artwork measures 19.5x24.75 inches and is framed, ready to add a touch of classic artistry to your space. This piece, while not new, is in good condition, showcasing vibrant colours and intricate details that bring the intensity of the bullfight to life. Biographical information on B. Clerk is limited, as the artist is primarily recognized for creating a prolific series of mid-century bullfighting and landscape works. While Clerk is a "listed artist"—meaning his work has appeared in auction records and art databases—they are often categorized alongside other illustrative and commercial artists of the 1950s and 1960s Artist Profile and Career Active Period: Clerk was most active during the mid-20th century, a time when interest in Spanish and Mexican bullfighting culture was at a peak in Western decor. in Postwar & Contemporary figurative art. While best known for bullfighting scenes, Clerk also produced landscapes, including plein air impressionist oil paintings. Mediums: Clerk’s work is diverse in its execution, ranging from delicate pastels on paper and watercolors to original oil paintings on board. Artistic Style: The artist’s bullfighting pieces are noted for their use of bold gestural brushstrokes and a vibrant color palette, often set against clean, minimalist backgrounds to emphasize the movement of the matador and bull This artist is known for a series of mid-century bullfighting scenes, typically executed in pastel on paper or watercolor. Artist and Style Artist: B. Clerk is considered a Postwar & Contemporary artist whose works have appeared at various auctions. Subject Matter: The piece captures a dramatic moment in a bullfight (corrida), showing a matador in a traditional "suit of lights" (traje de luces) executing a pass with a red cape (muleta) against a black bull. Historical Context: Bullfighting art became highly popular in the mid-20th century, influenced by major artists like Pablo Picasso and Salvador Dalí, who frequently depicted the spectacle. Many works like this were created as high-quality souvenirs for travelers in Spain or Mexico during the 1950s and 1960s. This art piece has the following features: * Artist: B. Clerk * Subject: Bullfighting Scene * Medium: Pastel * Dimensions: 19.5 x 24.75 inches (framed) Dimensions: 19.5 x 24.75 inches (framed) Pickup category timeslot {A}