William Boissevain 'Ballerina Stretching' Gouache 70x50cm
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United Galleries Sydney 2010 Australia
William Boissevain is renowned for his skilful depiction of the human figure. His eye for line and form, evident in his paintings, is fully explored in these competent, beautiful works.
William Boissevain
Australian Iconic Artist
United Galleries
Tuesday 01 April 2008 to Thursday 01 May 2008
Opening Tuesday 01 April 2008 Monday - Friday 10.00am - 6.00PM
Saturday 10.30am - 4.30PM Sunday by appointment
William Boissevain is renowned for his skilful depiction of the human figure. His oil wash nudes are sensitive and accomplished studies of the female figure in repose. His eye for line and form, evident in his paintings, is fully explored in these competent, beautiful works.
William, or Wim as he is affectionately known, was born in 1927, in New York, USA .
The Wim comes from the fact that his parents were Dutch. They were also in the diplomatic service, which meant he travelled widely in his younger years and, as an only child, drawing became his solace. These worldwide influences can be seen in his bird and flower studies and his evocative Australian landscapes which possess an almost oriental lyrical beauty of understated line and colour.
Boissevain studied at L’Academie des Beaux Arts, Paris, and at the Central School of Arts and Crafts, London. In 1949 he came with his family to Australia where he has lived and worked ever since, developing an international reputation as one of our most distinguished artists.
In the early years, portraiture became an important money earner and even while teaching, he began to gain commendation for his skill. In 1964 he exhibited at the Skinner Gallery and his career escalated. The decorative style of his approach, his eye for line and form, and a strong sense of colour soon made his work universally popular. In 1978 he was awarded an Order of the British Empire (OBE) for his services to the advancement
