September Uncurated: Art, Furnishings, and Estate Discoveries
Lot 98:
Description
Richard Segalman (American, 1934-2021). Woman Reclining. This pastel on paper depicts a reclining woman reading a book, a characteristic subject of the artist. Executed in a soft, impressionistic style, the work features a palette of muted yellows, blues, and oranges, with a focus on light and atmosphere. The figure is rendered with an expressive handling of the pastel medium, showing a blend of soft smudging and more defined linear details in the hands and facial profile. The composition includes a striped pillow and a vase of flowers in the background, adding to the domestic, intimate feel of the scene. The artwork is signed Segalman in cursive in the lower right corner. It is housed in a modern, light-toned wood frame with a wide cream-colored mat under glass. Sight size: 20 x 29 inches. Frame: 31 x 40 inches.
Bin 333
Condition report:
The artwork is in good condition with no visible signs of foxing, fading, or paper loss. The light wood frame has minor surface scuffing consistent with handling. The paper dust cover on the verso has a small triangular puncture in the lower right corner. The matting appears clean.
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