Vintage 1960s Still Life Oil on Canvas by Polish Artist Abraham Straski

1960's still life oil on canvas by Polish artist Abraham Straski. Mounted on ornate gesso gilt frame.

About the artist:

Abraham Straski (1903 – 1987) was a Polish born painter who moved to the United States after surviving the Nazi concentration camps in the Holocaust. His works are usually representations of rabbis done in warm, rich colors. Straski was raised in pre-World War II Europe as a devout follower of the Jewish faith. While growing up, he grew close to Rabbis in his community who taught him violin, cello, and the Torah. He drew his inspiration for art from the Rabbis surrounding him in his local community. During World War II, his family was forced into a concentration camp. While in the camps, Straski whenever possible saved small pieces of scrap paper and made thumbnail sketches of his teachers who he vowed would never be forgotten. It is said "he kept his sanity by painting the Rabbis of his youth." (Source: Wikipedia)

DETAILS

Artist: Abraham Straski (1903-1987)
In the Style of: Severin Roesen
Color/Pattern: Black, Gold
Period: 1960s
Styles: Dutch Old Master, Judaica
Place of Origin: United States
Materials: Oil Paint, Canvas, Wood
Condition: Excellent Vintage Condition, Original Unaltered
Damage or Points of Notice: Painting is in excellent condition. One small chip on top left side of frame. Small hole on top right side of frame. Some staining on fabric matting. Please see photos for details. Wear is age appropriate.
Dimensions: 32.25“W x 2.5“D x 28.25“H; Canvas only 24"W x 20"H