Original Mid Century Classical Portrait of Sappho

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Fantastic original large-scale mid-century portrait painting of the ancient Greek poet Sappho, shown standing atop a stone plinth inscribed with … Read more Fantastic original large-scale mid-century portrait painting of the ancient Greek poet Sappho, shown standing atop a stone plinth inscribed with her name. The saturated deep teal background lends a strong presence yet the classical style feels both timeless and quietly theatrical.

Unframed and presented on fabric mounted to hardboard, typical of mid-century decorative works. The lower edge of the piece has scattered punctures and losses, as shown in photographs, adding to its character. See less