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B. Davis (20th Century), Expressionist Nude Figure, Mixed Media on Board, 1999

Sold for $50 at Lion and Unicorn on Jun 14, 2026.

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Lot description

This mixed media painting on board features a stylized, expressionist seated nude figure. The work is characterized by an exceptionally heavy, granular texture throughout the entire surface, suggesting the application of sand or a similar coarse additive into the pigment to create a tactile, stone-like finish. The central figure is rendered in a muted palette of ochre and cream, defined by bold, dark, incised-looking contours that highlight the simplified, primitivist forms of the body and a large head with prominent almond-shaped eyes. The background consists of a mottled, atmospheric composition of deep reds, teal greens, and dark blues. The artwork is signed in the lower right corner with characters reading b. davis 99. It is housed in a modern gold-finished wood frame. The verso is sealed with a brown paper dust cover containing handwritten notations in black marker that read L.D.I, 53585-836, and S.O. Dimensions: 52.00"L x 1.50"W x 75.50"H Artist: B. Davis (American 20th-21st century) Dimensions: 52.00"L x 1.50"W x 75.50"H Weight: 36.00 lb

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