David Najar (21st Century) American, Oil on Canvas Surrealist Figurative "Not So Distant Memory"

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David Najar (21st Century) American, Oil on Canvas Surrealist Figurative "Not So Distant Memory". An evocative oil painting depicts a partially draped woman standing in an architectural opening, her gaze directed toward a spectral, shadow-like figure and a distant tree under a soft pink sky. Signed lower right. Framed. CoA verso. Overall Size: 29 x 25 in. Sight Size: 19 x 16 in. David Najar is an internationally exhibited Israeli contemporary artist (born 1962) known for his vibrant, emotive landscapes and nature‑inspired works that blend imagination with expressionist technique. Self‑taught and later mentored by prominent artists like Itzchak Tarkay and Moshe Rosenthalis, Najar’s style—often described as “Contemporary Expressionism”—features saturated hues, dynamic brushwork, and reflective, dreamlike scenes that evoke harmony and tranquility rather than exact realism. His paintings and limited edition giclées have been shown in solo and group exhibitions across Israel, the United States, and Canada, and are collected worldwide, celebrated for their ability to invite contemplation and serenity through color and form.