Another in a short series of small expressionist oil pastel portraits. This particular oil pastel artwork has a much darker background to contrast the colour in the face. A small oil pastel that would look great in a small decorative frame. My oil pastel technique uses canvas board for texture and scratch marks for the highlights that give a rustic feel. All my oil pastel paintings have been protected with a layer of fixative but oil pastel can still smudge so I would recommend framing without glass or using spacers to keep the glass away from the surface.

This painting is new, in that it is an original unsold work of art, but being an original painting there is obviously no original packaging etc.

All my paintings are original works, are signed and come with a certificate of authenticity. My early works often had edges that were unpainted and the techniques I used left areas of the canvas open.

Please note that my early works were stored at my studio and some may have scuff marks here and there. I try to photograph obvious marks but please zoom in on the photos to get a closer look at the work. Also, please check the photo of the back of the painting as unless stated there may or may not be hanging chords or hooks attached. As always, please feel free to contact me with any queries - John.

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