Kelvin Curry

Abstracted Nude Figurative in Pastel on Paper

2000

Abstracted Sleeping Female Figurative in Pastel on Paper Vivid abstracted sleeping female figurative by Black Arts Bay Area artist, Kelvin Curry (American, 20th Century), circa 2000. A woman's sleeping on her side is shown in bold and playful colors of fluorescent purple, orange, pink and yellow. Black outlines of organic and tribal shapes creates even more contrast, making this piece read well from a distance. The tall and thin size of this piece makes this ideal for those difficult and odd sized walls Unsigned Presented "floating" on foam core with black mat surround. Mat size: 38"H x 16"W Paper size: 29"H x 10.75"W Born in Oakland, California Kelvin Curry's creative destiny was clear early in life. Initially using black and white graphite as his medium and later expanding into mixed media to bring about multi-dimension; as well as a sense of rhythm and grace in the abstract female figure. Kelvin Curry studied fine arts at San Jose State University and has been making and exhibiting art all his life. Curry has a keen understanding of the arts, particularly the black arts movement in and around the Bay Area. Kelvin has exhibited his work in hundred of juried festivals, exhibits, and galleries throughout the country. Visitors from countries such as South Africa, Japan, Australia, France, the United Kingdom, and China have chosen his work to adorn their homes in their native lands. Collectors include Randy Crawford, Nancy Wilson...

Abstract expressionist figurative nude by California artist Stephanie Heit (American, b. 1947). The paint in this piece has a metallic quality in some areas, possibly created with th...

Untitled, c. 20th Century Acrylic on paper 20 x 16 1/4 in. Matte: 24 x 20 in. Signed center: Shapiro

This lovely pastel painting on paper by John Alfred Begg (1903 - 1974) is a striking cubist nude study in blue, purple, and orange-rust colors with contrasting black lines. The artwork is signed in the bottom right corner. Provenance: From the estate of the artist. Newly reframed in an elegant deep-textured wood frame with orange, black, and gilded colors, original beige jute matte, and glass protection. Measurements: With frame: 17.13 in wide (43.5 cm) x 24.41 in high (62 cm). Opening view: 6.50 in wide (16.5 cm) x 12.44 in (31.5 cm). Biography: John Alfred Begg was born in New Smyrna Beach...