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Waiting in the Lobby, Circa 1980
Itzchak Tarkay   Famous Artists

Painting : Watercolour · 40.6 x 30.5 cm 16 x 12 inch · Ready to hang

$3,295 3 295 $US
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Type

Painting : Unique artwork

Condition

Artwork sold in perfect condition, framed, ready to hang

Authenticity

Sold with certificate of Authenticity from the gallery

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Signature

Hand-signed by artist

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Dimensions ( cm • inch )

40.6 x 30.5 cm 16 x 12 inch Height x Width x Depth

Artwork dimensions including frame

61 x 50.8 cm 24 x 20 inch

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Description

The artwork here, "Waiting in the Lobby Original", is a wonderful depiction of a woman sitting and waiting, that is saturated with acute detail and vibrant color throughout, making it one of the nicest paintings by Tarkay we have ever made available. Also, measuring approximately 16" x 20" and 24" x 20" with the high-quality, custom frame, the immaculate artwork is of impressive craftsmanship and size. Finally, this watercolor on paper has remained in excellent condition since being completed by Tarkay, is signed in the lower left, and comes with a Gallery Letter of Authenticity. Itzchak Tarkay's art has been exhibited in major museums, and can be found in some of the most prestigious public and private collections across the globe. Now, this authentic work can be part of yours as it will be professionally packaged to ship domestically or internationally. Therefore, please contact us if you have any questions and do not forget to submit your offer. Every item comes with free custom framing. We have wood frames with gold, silver, black, or brown finishes to offer you. Please note that in order to preserve the quality of the artwork and condition of the frame, most items are framed at the time of purchase. Due to issues within the supply chain and delays with framing products availability, the frame you see pictured might not be currently available. If we do not hear from you regarding your framing options we will do our best to frame it in a similar style and color.

Portrait

figurative

Women

Yellow

Green

Itzchak Tarkay, Waiting in the Lobby
Israel  • 1935

Presentation

Itzchak Tarkay (1935-2012) Itzhak Tarkay has achieved international recognition as a leading representative of figurative artists. The inspiration for his work clearly lies with French Impressionism, particularly the paintings of Matisse and the drawing style of Toulouse-Lautrec. He drew upon the history of art to create many of his compositions, designing a kind of visual poetry from the aura of his cafes and intimate settings. His rich tapestry of form and color is achieved through the use of painting many colors laid over one another to create texture and transparency. Tarkay is considered one of the most influential artists of the early 21st century and has inspired dozens of artists throughout the world with his contemplative depiction of the female figure. 

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