Ngura KK, Portrait of a Girl, 1970s, Oil Painting on Canvas, Framed

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This stunning expressionist portrait, signed ngurah, is the work of renowned balinese artist i gusti agung ngurah kresna kepakisan, commonly … Read more This stunning expressionist portrait, signed ngurah, is the work of renowned balinese artist i gusti agung ngurah kresna kepakisan, commonly known as ngurah kk (b. 1947). Ngurah kk is a pioneer of the "young artist style" from the village of penestanan in ubud. While this style is often characterized by flat, vivid narratives, he is also recognized for his more experimental and textural works. This work showcases a thick impasto technique, in which thick layers of paint are applied so that the brushstrokes remain visible, giving the portrait a sculptural, three-dimensional quality. The painting depicts a young woman with a direct, introspective gaze, often a central theme in balinese portraiture, seeking to connect the sitter to her cultural heritage and her "indomitable spirit." ngurah kk's works are highly regarded and have been exhibited internationally, such as "naïve art paints paradise" at 101 bali oasis sanur in early 2026. His art is known for its visual honesty and deep roots in balinese-hindu philosophy. This portrait has beautiful colors and great expressive power. Framed: 55 x 43.5 cm this piece has an attribution mark,
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