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Jovan Obican
Man Dancing with Birds

c.1970

About the Item

This artwork "Man Dancing with Birds" c.1970 is an oil painting on canvas by noted French artist Jovan Obican, 1918-1986. It is signed at the lower left corner by the artist. The canvas size is 28 x 22 inches, framed size is 33.5 x 27.5 inches. Custom framed in a wooden gold frame. It is in excellent condition, the frame has a few minor small dents. See pictures #8/9/10 for detail About the artist: Jovan Obican was born in Cannes, France, of Yugoslavian parents. From childhood on, Jovan practically devoted himself to art, scratching designs on mud pies when paper was unavailable. He trained with many recognized teachers with many styles. He finished his training, imbued with the spirit of his native country, the people, their legends, and their philosophy. It has been said that his work has a "timeless quality" and a naive, child-like primitive style. Obican is identified with his style the world over, a style that is simple yet sophisticated; child-like yet masterfully adult; a style that tells a story with psychological, philosophical or sociological overtones. His funny little people are always colorful, full of spirit, living with music and birds to bring them happiness. His fans and collectors are legion and include some of the most famous names in the world including American presidents, senators, ambassadors, film stars and European nobility. He has exhibited all over the world and is represented in many galleries and collections. Jovan Obican always had a tremendous following of collectors and became internationally known by word of mouth and his frequent invitations to display his works in the USA and Europe. His studio, in Dubrovnik, was a well-visited place, and an attraction to collectors, art enthusiast, and tourist. Jovan Obican was encouraged by friends to add more Jewish influence to his work and in the mid-1960s he began reading books about the tradition and history of the Jewish people.
  • Creator:
    Jovan Obican (1918-1986, French)
  • Creation Year:
    c.1970
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 33.5 in (85.09 cm)Width: 27.5 in (69.85 cm)Depth: 1.75 in (4.45 cm)
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  • Gallery Location:
    San Francisco, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: obi/man/bir/011stDibs: LU666310741702
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