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Schwarz was a subtle and perceptive portraitist. Borchard wrote to him in 1963, paying £15 for his c.1950 self portrait. He is shown in his south London studio. Light filters through the curtains illuminating the clutter. The figure is dark; light falling to make the right-hand side glisten. His attitude suggests peaceful introspection but it’s impossible to discover the facial expression. Mundane objects around him take on an elusive air.
The Ruth Borchard Collection
Date
c.1950
Medium
oil on board
Measurements
H 65.5 x W 53 cm
Accession number
PCF106
Acquisition method
acquired by Ruth Borchard as part of the original collection
Work type
Painting
The Ruth Borchard Collection
Piano Nobile, Kings Place, 90 York Way, Greater London N1 9AG England
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