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Palmer SchoppeMasked Women #1, Oval Oil Portrait in a Gold Frame by Palmer Schoppe1991
1991
$1,200
£901.76
€1,045.83
CA$1,684.62
A$1,869.34
CHF 986.03
MX$22,820.62
NOK 12,475.21
SEK 11,684.04
DKK 7,804.87
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"Masked Woman", 1991 – Palmer Schoppe
A haunting portrait of mystery, elegance, and timeless femininity
With Masked Woman, dated 1991, Palmer Schoppe delivers a captivating homage to the aesthetics of theatricality and enigma. This oval-framed portrait, painted with classical precision and modern sensitivity, immediately draws the viewer into the inner world of its subject — a woman of both poise and secrecy, her identity veiled by a dark, enigmatic mask.
The woman’s gaze, direct yet distant, evokes a sense of withheld emotion — a tension between presence and absence, revelation and concealment. Her auburn curls, pale skin, and pearl necklace conjure an 18th-century grace, while the dramatic black mask and golden headpiece introduce a layer of psychological intrigue, almost operatic in tone. The muted mauve background allows the figure to emerge as if from a dream or memory.
Palmer Schoppe (1912–2001), an American artist and illustrator known for his dynamic work throughout the mid-20th century, brought a strong sense of graphic clarity and romanticism to his paintings. Although he began his career illustrating for major magazines and advertising campaigns, Schoppe’s later works, such as Masked Woman, reveal a deeper, more introspective approach. Painted in the final decade of his life, this piece reflects an artist turning toward timeless themes — beauty, identity, and the masks we wear.
Created in 1991, this painting subtly reflects the cultural moment of the late 20th century, marked by a renewed interest in classical portraiture, the Baroque revival in fashion and art, and the psychological depth explored in postmodern expression. In many ways, Masked Woman stands at a crossroads between nostalgia and modernity — a portrait not of a specific person, but of the concept of allure itself.
- Creator:Palmer Schoppe (1912 - 2001, American)
- Creation Year:1991
- Dimensions:Height: 22.5 in (57.15 cm)Width: 16.5 in (41.91 cm)Depth: 1.5 in (3.81 cm)
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- Gallery Location:Pasadena, CA
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU654316414562
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