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Hovsep Pushman
Marguerite, Young Girl with Flower Impressionist work

Circa 1920

About the Item

In Marguerite the white peonies are a symbol of riches and honor used in Chinese art that profoundly influenced Pushman. This painting is in an originally chosen "Pushman" frame acquired from Barcelona, Spain. There is incredible color in this work and exciting brushwork. It is a true example of Impressionist technique, perhaps some of the finest technically of all American painters at this time. At this time Pushman painted all ethnicities and here we see the unusual subject of a younger sitter. Thus Pushman has emphasized purity and innocence. Panel inside frame measures 32 x 23 and it is signed lower left. As well as it bears the Pushman cataloguing number #47 on verso which attests to its early date in his career. Against these stark white symbols, Pushman paints in sharp contrast a dark backdrop reminiscent of an Oriental tapestry. Marguerite wears a necklace of coral, a symbol of youth, health, and hope. Coral is thought to protect children and is often given as a gift to them. Pushman's figurative paintings are Impressionist in style and are his most valuable works. Pushman's figurative works have brought up to $600,000 at auction and are highly desirable. Pushman oils appear to be on canvas but are really on panel mounted to canvas. This is a delightful and yet masterful work - a great great buy for someone who appreciates quality. Painting wants light - the more light it gets the more beautiful color that comes out in the work to appreciate.
  • Creator:
    Hovsep Pushman (1877-1966, American)
  • Creation Year:
    Circa 1920
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 42 in (106.68 cm)Width: 33 in (83.82 cm)Depth: 3 in (7.62 cm)
  • Medium:
  • Movement & Style:
  • Period:
  • Condition:
    Very nice condition, no issues other than usual minor wear to patina of frame over time. Frame is important to the painting - patina to the frame consistent with age. Farme is original and should not be separated from the work.
  • Gallery Location:
    Greenwich, CT
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU141327615192

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