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Henry David Potwin
"SOS" Contemporary Surrealist Blue Tonal Painting

2014

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This conceptually impressionistic piece showcases a large light blue skull with highlights of orange and yellow. The skull is surrounded by a tall buildings creating a cityscape of mystery. The painting is signed and is enclosed within a dark mahogany and black frame. Dimensions without Frame: H 10 in x W 14 in. Artist Biography: Born in Dallas, Texas David Potwin is the oldest of three children. He first started to paint at the age of 8 years old. As a young boy, Potwin's family would summer vacation in Taos, New Mexico. During the family vacations in 1965, he met artist Eric Gibberd who became his mentor for years to come. David attended the University of Houston Fine Arts program from 1969 to 1974. He studied alongside and under a great group of artists in a building called "The Annex" His subjects range from landscapes, portraits, cityscapes to those that are personal to the artist, idiosyncratic, humorous and socially aware.
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    2014
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    Height: 16 in (40.64 cm)Width: 13 in (33.02 cm)Depth: 2 in (5.08 cm)
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  • Gallery Location:
    Houston, TX
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: CA19.2019.1204.15511stDibs: LU55135465852
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