George Baldessin 'The Bather I' figurative

George Baldessin 'The Bather I' figurativeGeorge Baldessin is one of Australias preeminent artists. During his lifetime, he was considered on par with Brett Whiteley, with both artists eschewing the dominant mode of abstraction in favour of lyrical, figurative imagery. Baldessins work explored existentialism, sexuality, boundaries, and fractured identity. Figures recur throughout his practice, twisting into contorted shapes, their faces often concealed or veiled in shadow. A sense of mystery

'Winter Sunshine' 1949

as well as an inspired homecoming gift

'Presenting Hello Mickey'

monochromatic composition of his best-known subject

Del Mace had ingeniously captured the tantalising suspense and intrigue of the world she has created

'Blue Reflection with Frogs Heads (Black)' 1994

'Whisper' 2004

light and like Jeffrey Smart before him

editioned and signed 'Pietro Annigoni' below image

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