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Donna MarecakDonna Marecak 1950 Oil on Board “Artist and His Family” Modernist Figurative Art1950
1950
$7,400
£5,635.10
€6,434.92
CA$10,397.91
A$11,408.49
CHF 6,009.45
MX$135,716.05
NOK 76,980.28
SEK 70,293.51
DKK 48,075.04
About the Item
"Artist and His Family" is a captivating 1950 oil on board painting attributed to American modernist Donna Marecak (1922–1998). This intimate interior scene depicts four figures, a baby, and a cat gathered around a table in a warm, domestic setting, capturing the quiet beauty of everyday family life. Rendered in rich, harmonious tones of red, green, white, orange, brown, and yellow, the composition balances color and light with subtle emotional depth.
The painting measures 18 x 24 inches (image size) and is presented in a custom frame with outer dimensions of 24 ¾ x 30 ¾ inches. The piece is in excellent condition; detailed condition reports are available upon request.
About the Artist:
Donna Marecak was celebrated for her modernist figurative paintings, blending expressive figures and interior spaces with nuanced emotional resonance. This work offers a vivid glimpse into mid-20th-century American life, making it a compelling addition for collectors of modern figurative art, domestic scenes, and 20th-century American painting.
This remarkable painting combines historical significance, visual warmth, and modernist sensibility, making it an exceptional addition to any fine art collection.
- Creator:Donna Marecak (1922 - 1998, American)
- Creation Year:1950
- Dimensions:Height: 24.75 in (62.87 cm)Width: 30.75 in (78.11 cm)Depth: 0.25 in (6.35 mm)
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- Framing:Frame IncludedFraming Options Available
- Condition:Very good to excellent vintage condition. Detailed condition report available upon request.
- Gallery Location:Denver, CO
- Reference Number:Seller: 270131stDibs: LU27312628822
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