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Bernard Nacion
Waiting By The Phone, Signed B Nacion

Late 20th Century

$300
£228.48
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CA$419.70
A$471.71
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Bernard Nacion Untitled (Waiting By The Phone), Late 20th Century Acrylic and mixed media on artist board Image: 10 x 12 in. Mat: 12 x 14 in. Signed verso: B. Nacion In this piece, the artist employs color shades to denote shadow and light. The cartoonish representation reminds of Pixar studios, with its slightly exaggerated proportions and whimsical tones. The emotion conveyed by the indecisive figure is one that many relate to, stuck in limbo waiting for the phone to ring while simultaneously wanting to pick up the phone and be the one to call. Bernard Nacion is a creative whose imaginative compositions take many different shapes. He guest starred on the Los Angeles Public-access television show "Let's Paint", which was started in 2002 by John Kilduff. He also worked in the art department for films including The House of Yes (1997) and A Dangerous Woman (1993). His subjects range from surrealist scenes to portraits and cartoon-styled animations.
  • Creator:
    Bernard Nacion
  • Creation Year:
    Late 20th Century
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 12 in (30.48 cm)Width: 14 in (35.56 cm)
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  • Gallery Location:
    New York, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2211212632272

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