1950s Mid Century Modernist Female Nude Portrait on a Surrealist Beach Watercolor and Gouache Painting by Fred Schwartz, Framed

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Framed artwork circa 1959 by New York artist, Fred Schwartz. The work features a stylized, surrealist reclining woman on a … more Framed artwork circa 1959 by New York artist, Fred Schwartz. The work features a stylized, surrealist reclining woman on a beach. The artwork has a minimalist, expressive style, using black outlines and loose brushstrokes to define the body. The colors used include a combination of earthy tones—mainly pinks and browns for the body—with accents of green, particularly in the hair. The woman's face is prominently drawn with simple lines, giving it a bold yet abstract appearance. In the background, a small palm tree is visible on the left, while a portion of a sun or radiating lines appears on the upper right.

Newly matted and reglazed with Tru Vue, museum glass with UV protection and no glare/reflection. Wooden frame is original to the piece. Excellent condition.

Fred R. Schwartz, born in New York City, began his career in art following World War II. Schwartz receiving his Ph.D in Art Education from New York University, Dr. Schwartz taught at Pratt Institute, the Philadelphia College of Art, and Michigan State University during the 1960s.

In 1969 he was named Chair of the Art Department at Kean University. At Kean he oversaw the growth of the department into a major center for art studies. His paintings are often in bold, vibrant colors, some free in form others utilizing unique geometric design elements. Upon retirement from Kean he taught courses at Parsons the New School for Design and continued his creative work as a painter and sculptor.

Dr. Schwartz was the president of Burr Artists of NYC, which exhibited annually at New York galleries including the Cort Gallery at Lincoln Center, Broome Street Galler and Lever House.

Exhibition Record: (Galleries and Art Shows): First Prize for Mixed Media work presented by George Grosz at an arts exhibition of the Huntington Art League, 1956 Exhibition Record (Museums, Institutions & Awards): Multi-Media Arts Gallery Montserrat Gallery Pleiades Gallery Westbeth Gallery Beh Shahn Gallery at Wm Paterson University Kean University Art Gallery Star Magic Gallery Nancy Stein Gallery Audubon Artists at the National Academy Galleries Michigan State University Galleries Philadelphia College of Art Galleries Pratt Institute Galleries America House, NYC Bronx Museum of the Arts Broome Street Gallery The Schimmel Center for the Arts at Pace University The Cork Gallery at Avery Fisher Hall at Lincoln Center Lever House The Venezuelan Consulate Gallery Synagogue of the Arts Memberships: President, Burr Artists, NYC West Side Arts Coalition less