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80s Heads

This is a distinct group of small pictures which need to be shown together to feel their emotional force. They were dotted throughout the 80s and represent an exploration of the human face and what it might conceal or reveal.They are all imaginary.
The Surgeon

The Surgeon (1985)

oil on board - 22h x 13.5w (cm)

Richard had a hip operation in his late 70s. This surgeon may be a memory of his hospital experience. Surgeons do not have a kindly bedside manner but one hopes they are efficient.

Studious Youth

Studious Youth (1982)

oil on board - 6.9h x 6.9w (cm)

This ‘portrait’ was painted the same year as Woman with the Red Dress. The treatment is much freer and the prominent ears show a streak of humour.

Head of a Woman (Red Dress)

Head of a Woman (Red Dress) (1982)

oil on board - 26h x 20w (cm)

Rather statuesque, this woman fixes the viewer with her gaze. The pallor of her face is accentuated by the red garment and lipstick.

A Lady

A Lady (1988)

oil on panel - 12.8h x 8.7w (cm)

The Muse

The Muse (1986)

oil on board - 15.5h x 12w (cm)

Cynthia

Cynthia (1985)

oil on board - 26.7h x 15w (cm)

Girl's Head

Girl's Head (1984)

oil on board - 15.5h x 15w (cm)

Man in the Train

Man in the Train (1984)

- 24.7h x 17.8w (cm)

Man with Cigarette

Man with Cigarette (1984)

oil on board - 21.5h x 13.9w (cm)

Red Pullover

Red Pullover (1983)

oil on board - 22h x 17w (cm)

Sick Girl

Sick Girl (1982)

oil on board - 29.5h x 22w (cm)

Head of a Girl

Head of a Girl (c1982)

oil on board - 9.5h x 9.5w (cm)

Head of a Woman in White

Head of a Woman in White (1981)

oil on board - 10h x 7.5w (cm)

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