Leo Bekessy, The Daily News

Leo Bekessy, The Daily NewsThis 20th century oil painting by Hungarian artist, Leo Bekessy (1890 1966), captures an everyday moment of family life with harmonious tones and spirited brushwork. With arms resting on a small dining table, she leans forward to read the daily news. Hes discussing a story, certainly interested, perhaps disillusioned. Bekessy has painted this scene with his usual vigour the marks laid down with confidence and impressionistic flourishes. The painting

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000 achieved for ‘Au Café at Christie’s in 1998

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13” x 15” / 33cm x 38cm Year of creation