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F N Souza
(1924 - 2002)

Head of Christ



"The substance is black, not the smooth black of pure sensation but a very palpable black, its solidity created by thick brush strokes in different directions and by a considerable range of tones according to the paint's direction in relation to the light" (Dennis Duerden, "F.N. Souza", Arts Review, London, 14 May 1966, p. 215).

"It is...essential to have an understanding of Souza's religious roots and powers of imagination. Religion...



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  Lot 74 of 90  

WINTER ONLINE AUCTION
11-12 DECEMBER 2013

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Winning Bid
Rs 47,40,480
$79,008

(Inclusive of Buyer's Premium)


ARTWORK DETAILS

F N Souza
Head of Christ

Signed and dated in English (verso)
1965
Oil on board
30 x 30 in (76.2 x 76.2 cm)

PROVENANCE:
Collection of the Francis Newton Souza Estate
Private Collection of a Gentleman, Mumbai

Category: Painting
Style: Figurative


 









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