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Joe with Drum

Artist (Russian (active in the United States), 1881 - 1955)
Datec. 1927-1933
Mediumoil on canvas
Dimensions24 × 20 inches (61 × 50.8 cm)
Frame: 32 3/8 x 28 1/2 x 2 1/4 inches (82.2 x 72.4 x 5.7 cm)
Credit LineBequest of H.J. Lutcher Stark, 1965
Object number31.28.39
ClassificationsPaintings
Label TextFechin developed his art from dual influences. He drew upon both his native Russian and immigrant American experiences. Born in Kazan, Russia, Fechin moved to the United States and found inspiring subjects in New Mexico. He developed a style with an expressionistic application of paint and bold colors. Yet he retained an allegiance to depicting the figure, as in this depiction of Joe with Drum. He renders Joe with wrapped braids and feathers of traditional Indian attire.
ProvenanceArtist. his daughter Eya Fechin Branham, Santa Monica, California; purchased March 8, 1962 through (Hammer Galleries, New York, New York) by H.J. Lutcher Stark [1887-1965]; bequeathed September 2, 1965 to the Nelda C. and H.J. Lutcher Stark Foundation; accessioned to the Stark Museum of Art
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Work Horses
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Winter Scene
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Fall Aspens
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c. 1927-1933
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Work Horses
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Burro
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