Framed Boris Chezar (1913-2008) Sand Oil on Board "Street Scene". 69 X 39cm.

A framed oil on board "Street Scene" by renowned artist Boris Chezar.  As per Chezar's famous technique, the painting is coated in sand, giving it a grainy feel and look. Signed by the artist. In good condition and ready to hang. Please see thumbnail images above for more detail.

Size (frame) : 69 x 39cm

Size (artwork) : 63 x 33cm

Boris Chezar was born in New York City in 1913, one of five sons of Russian immigrants. His career lasted over 80 years, up until a few months before his death on December 28, 2008. He began painting in his teens, and was granted acceptance to study at The Cooper Union in New York City. During extensive travels in Mexico and Nova Scotia (Canada), Boris sketched and painted the local flavor.

During World War II, Boris served in the Army-Air Force, painting huge murals depicting inspirational military themes. After the first one he finished, the commanding officers were

impressed and asked him to do another, five by 17 feet at the hospital at Ft. Dix, New Jersey.

The work of Chezar has been exhibited in the Brooklyn Museum sponsored National Print Exhibition and other important group shows at the National Gallery, Washington, and the St. Louis Art Museum to name a few.  He died in 2008.