Lot #23: Striking Original Figurative Expressionist Oil Painting – Custom 19.5" x 39.5"

Striking Original Figurative Expressionist Oil Painting – Custom 19.5" x 39.5" Capture a powerful moment of quiet contemplation with this evocative, original oil painting. Boasting a unique, elongated vertical format, this captivating piece features a child deeply absorbed in play, beautifully balancing psychological depth with rich textural execution. Key Features & Details Medium: Original Oil on Canvas Style: Figurative Expressionism / Modern Impressionism Dimensions: 19.45" W x 39.5" H (49.4 cm x 100.3 cm) — A stunning 1:2 architectural aspect ratio ideal for narrow accent walls or focal points. Palette: Warm, grounding tones dominated by terracotta, rich ochre, and deep earthy oranges, brilliantly punctuated by vibrant blue and yellow focal points. Composition & Visual Appeal The artwork masterfully juxtaposes the quiet, focused energy of youth against dynamic abstract backdrops. A child with heavily textured hair sits hunched on the floor, completely immersed in assembling geometric toy blocks. Behind the figure, an upright shelving unit balances the scene, topped by a striking black chalkboard covered in energetic, white expressionistic scribbles. The heavy, confident brushwork gives the surface a beautiful tactile quality that comes alive under gallery lighting. Structural Condition Construction: Professionally hand-stretched over custom wooden stretcher bars. Support: Features a sturdy, central horizontal crossbar to prevent long-term frame bowing and ensure perfect canvas tension. Display Ready: Already outfitted with heavy-duty braided metal hanging wire attached via eye-screws in the upper third—perfectly balanced and ready to hang. Side-stapled finish, ideal for traditional or custom floater framing. Condition: Excellent, clean condition. The reverse canvas is pristine and shows the artist’s faint pencil under-sketching, showcasing its authentic, handmade lineage Nearest intersection Yonge Street and Steeles Avenue Dimensions: 19.45" W x 39.5" H (49.4 cm x 100.3 cm) Pickup category timeslot {A}