Original Mid-Century Oil on Canvas "Figural Study" by Doris Klein (NY, 1918-2002)
Original Mid-Century Oil on Canvas "Figural Study" by Doris Klein (NY, 1918-2002)
Original Mid-Century Oil on Canvas "Figural Study" by Doris Klein (NY, 1918-2002)
Add a piece of New York art history to your collection with this intimate original oil on canvas by Doris Klein (1918-2002). A notable figure in the mid-century Manhattan creative scene, Klein was celebrated as both a painter and a "Radio Poet," known for her expressive, often haunting figural compositions and nudes.
This piece showcases her signature style: bold color blocking—notably the striking red accent in the background—paired with soft, impressionistic brushwork that captures a moment of quiet, pensive movement. The artwork is housed in its original vintage frame, featuring a unique red-and-gold scrollwork motif that perfectly complements the palette of the canvas.
Artist: Doris Klein (American, New York School)
Medium: Oil on Canvas
Style: Mid-Century Modern / Expressionist Figuration
Period: Circa 1950s-1960s
Dimensions:
Canvas: 7.5”W x 11”H
Framed: 11”W x 1”D x 15”H
Condition:
Excellent vintage condition. The canvas is taut with vibrant pigment; the frame shows a beautiful, authentic age-related patina.
A sophisticated 'jewel' for a curated gallery wall or a scholarly bookshelf vignette. This painting offers a rare opportunity to own an original work from a quintessential New York poet-artist, bringing both texture and narrative depth to any modern interior.
