HUGE c. 1960 Eugenia Sumiye Okoshi Female Abstract Expressionist American Oil

Description: This listing is for the large untitled work by Eugenia Sumiye Okoshi (Japanese-American, 1921-2008) pictured above. About this work: A large abstract expressionist painting by important Japanese-American female artist, Eugenia Sumiye Okoshi (1921-2008). This wonderful example of Okoshi’s work incorporates a swirl and drip design that can be found in her works around 1960. The painting is oil on canvas and is signed in the lower left and inscribed on the reverse. It is housed in its original, thin wood frame. This is a great opportunity to acquire a fine example of Okoshi’s work for less than traditional gallery prices. Size: 50 inches tall by 36 inches wide (painting) 51 inches tall by 37 inches wide (frame) Provenance: Private collection, PA; Acquired from the above About the artist: Okoshi (1921-2008) was born in Seattle and at age seven returned with her family to Japan. Her father had been a Japanese performer with the Barnum & Bailey circus and later as an entrepreneur bought the first patent rights to neon lights in Japan, to illuminate up the Ginza district of Tokyo. Okoshi survived the destruction of World War II in Japan, but soon afterward decided to return to America. She encountered obstruction by U.S. authorities refusing to recognize her as an American citizen by birth, but ultimately returned to Seattle, where she studyied art at Seattle University and the Modern Art Museum of Seattle. Okoshi also found inspiration in the work of Mark Tobey, then Seattle-based before his return to Europe in the late 1930s, who incorporated Japanese sumi painting, brush gesture and calligraphy into his Abstract Expressionist paintings. Okoshi made her way to New York in 1956 where she worked as a beautician by day and spent her nights in her studio in the West Village. She studied with Jacob Lawrence at the New School Painting Workshop and sang in the choir at the Japanese American United Church on 143rd Street, where she met George Mukai. In 1976 Okoshi married Mukai who was also an artist. By then she was exhibiting in shows internationally and was an active member of the Westbeth Artists Community in the West Village. Condition: Very good overall condition. Minor surface wear. No apparent restoration or repairs. Stretcher slightly warped, so not completely flat against the wall. Original frame with typical wear. It is ready to be displayed and enjoyed! This work will be carefully packed and shipped with insurance and signature confirmation. Free local pick up is also available. International buyers - please note I cannot lower the declared value of the package for customs. I frequently receive messages from people after I sell an item, asking if it is definitely gone. If something catches your eye, don't hesitate to inquire before it is sold! Feel free to ask any questions.

Price: 1950 USD

Location: Morrisville, Pennsylvania

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