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Will Barnet Figurative Paintings

American, 1911-2012
At the beginning of his career, Will Barnet was known for his figural depictions of domestic scenes. But, as he continued to stylistically develop, Barnet arrived at abstract geometric paintings far removed from his original career. A part of the Indian Space Painters group, Barnet was inspired by Native American art in creating these divergent images. Throughout his career, Barnet oscillated between representational and abstract paintings, never fully settling on one. He has received the National Medal of Arts in 2011, and his work has been displayed at the Whitney Museum of American Art, the Museum of Modern Art, and the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
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Artist: Will Barnet
Important Modenist Oil Pastel Will Barnet Emily Dickinson Black & White
By Will Barnet
Located in Buffalo, NY
A modern realist painting by American artist Will Barnet from the artist series of works created to accompany the poetry of Emily Dickinson. rom Bever...
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1980s American Realist Will Barnet Figurative Paintings

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Portrait of a Child
By Will Barnet
Located in Buffalo, NY
An original modern abstract portrait of a child by American artist Will Barnet. The work has a letter of provenance from the artist's wife. The i...
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1930s American Modern Will Barnet Figurative Paintings

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The Caller
By Will Barnet
Located in Long Island City, NY
Artist: Will Barnet, American (1911 - 2012) Title: The Caller Year: 1974 - 1976 Medium: Oil on Canvas, signed and dated l.r. Size: 91.5 x 31.5 in. (232....
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1970s Contemporary Will Barnet Figurative Paintings

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