2: MARWAN KASSAB-BACHI (1934-2016) WATERCOLOR PAINTING

Marwan Kassab-Bachi (Syrian 1934-2016)
(Untitled) Landscape Face (1975)
The watercolor on paper is painted on a sheet having Veritable Papier D'Arches Torchon blindstamp and signed in pencil lower right with date of 1975. Further signed verso on the sheet and dated August 75.

Born in Damascus, Marwan, as he is most often known, has been quoted as saying, ' A face is a landscape. It's not just what you see- it's what lies beneath.'

He began his formal studies at the University of Damascus in Arabic literature. In 1957 he settled in Berlin and began his career as a neo-expressionist painter. He is best known for his introspective and emotionally charged portraits, like the example here. His depictions are not only with a relatable gaze but simultaneously appear melting and project psychological depth. Marwan has been described as one of the most important Arab painters of the 20th century.
Sight size measures 21.5 x 30 with a framed size of 27.75H x 36.25W inches.
Very good condition, the full untrimmed sheet with deckle edges, not laid down, no damage, stain, punctures, tears or repair. Very clean with bright colors.
$8,000 - $12,000