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Nijinsky as the Faun, Life-Size Painting by Lynn Curlee

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Nijinsky as the Faun Life-size painting by Lynn Curlee A portrait of the famous dancer, Vaslav Nijinsky in one of his most famous roles, As the Faun in Afternoon of A Faun, 1912. This painting was reproduced as an illustration in THE GREAT NIJINSKY — GOD OF DANCE, an award winning illustrated biography for young adults by Mr. Curlee.
  • Creator:
    Lynn Curlee (Artist)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 36 in (91.44 cm)Width: 36 in (91.44 cm)Depth: 1.25 in (3.18 cm)
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  • Date of Manufacture:
    2015
  • Condition:
    Exhibited at the Slater Memorial Museum, Norwich, CT April 2019. Otherwise, the painting been wrapped, and placed in storage since it was completed.
  • Seller Location:
    New York, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU791221212152

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