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Will Barnet Portrait 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
Portrait of a Child
Portrait of a Child

Will BarnetPortrait of a Child

$9,750Sale Price|35% Off

Portrait of a Child

By Will Barnet

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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 Portrait Paintings

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Find a wide variety of authentic Will Barnet portrait paintings available for sale on 1stDibs. You can also browse by medium to find art by Will Barnet in oil paint, paint, wood and more. Much of the original work by this artist or collective was created during the 1930s and is mostly associated with the modern style. Not every interior allows for large Will Barnet portrait paintings, so small editions measuring 15 inches across are available. Customers who are interested in this artist might also find the work of Bob Peak, Antonio Feltrinelli, and Robert McIntosh. Will Barnet portrait paintings prices can differ depending upon medium, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $9,750 and tops out at $9,750, while the average work can sell for $9,750.