Avi Schwartz, Woman Cooking, circa 2000. Expressionistic oil painting depicting a seated woman engaged in food preparation, shown holding a shallow pan or bowl. The figure wears a red headscarf and layered garments, rendered with thick, energetic brushwork and pronounced impasto throughout. The palette is dominated by deep browns and earth tones, enlivened by strong accents of red, yellow, green, and blue, particularly in the head covering, clothing, chair, and cooking vessel. Bold contouring and visible palette-knife work create a highly textured surface and emphasize movement and physicality within the composition.
Oil on board, unframed. Signed at the upper left on the front and additionally signed on the reverse. The board exhibits minor edge wear and scattered surface irregularities consistent with handling and age. Overall presentation remains strong, with no frame present.
Estimated Value $200 - 300
Judaica
