Collectors Auction April 16th Edition
Williamson Auction williamsonauctiongallery@yahoo.com
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This evocative 20th-century oil on board portrays an Indigenous elder in a moment of deep contemplation. The artist, R.P. Brooks, employs a heavy impasto technique, particularly in the rendering of the subject’s dark, textured hair and the intricate beadwork of the necklaces, which adds a tactile, three-dimensional quality to the work. The profile view highlights the weathered features of the subject, set against a muted, atmospheric background that directs all focus to the figure's expression and stature.
The painting is housed in a unique, hand-carved rustic wooden frame featuring notched "butterfly" or "trestle" style corners and a decorative central notch at the top. The natural grain of the wood complements the earthy tones of the composition, making it a striking piece for collectors of Western or figurative American art. The work is signed "R.P. Brooks" in the lower-left corner.
Specifications:
Medium: Oil on board
Artist: R.P. Brooks
Dimensions: H: 38 in x L: 39 in (including frame)
Signature: Signed lower left
Condition: Good; minor wear to frame consistent with age.
Keywords: Western Art, Indigenous Portrait, Native American Interest, R.P. Brooks, Oil Painting, Impasto Technique, Mid-Century, Rustic Frame, Hand-Carved, Figurative Art, Americana, Tribal Regalia, Elder Portrait, Texture, Fine Art Auction.
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