General Description:
A stunning contemporary oil painting from Avi Ben Simhon.

Avi's works are unique in their bright and effervescent gripping colors, his compelling intricate composition intrigues the eye of the viewer.

He is mainly known for his flowers, this being a wonderful example.

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Materials & Medium:
Oil on Canvas (framed).

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The Artist:

Avi Ben-Simhon was born I947 in Fezze, Morrocco.

In 1948 upen the establishment of the state of Israel, His family immigrated to Israel. Avi spent his childhood in Jerusalem, and upon finishing his service in the Army, he joined a group of friends and founded Kibbutz Eyal.

Avi studied at the Avni Art Institute and afterwards went to the Kallisher Institute for contemporary art. Avi engaged in teaching art and graphic printing in Israel.

Avi was influenced by the fauvist and cubists painters of the 19th century and the surrealistic painters Dali and Magritte.

The dramatic, powerful images and forceful colors, are dominant in his oeuvre, and express a joy of life. His works were exhibited in various group and individual shows in Israel and France Canada and the USA.

 

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