Category: Paintings

Abstract Figural Painting by Steven Sles

Abstract figural painting by Steven Sles Circa mid 1960’s. This oil on linen by Hans Hoffman’s protege is an unusual example in that the figure is the centerpiece. Most of theory’s we have seen by Sles are purely abstract. Please see our other listings for many other works by Sles.

Pepe Mendoza Brass & Ceramic Wall Hangings

Set of four wall hangings by Pepe Mendoza circa mid 1950’s. These examples are done in brass and multi colored ceramic and have the flair of Friedeberg’s surrealism with a touch of Aztec symbology. Excellent original condition. Price is for all four pieces.

Large Steven Sles Abstract Painting

Steven Sles abstract acrylic painting on linen circa mid 1960’s. Sles was a handicapped painter who studied under Hans Hoffman and remarkably painted all his works with his mouth. This example has wonderful deep texture with yellows blues and reds superimposed on the surface. Please see our other listings for other works by Sles.

Pair of Lee Porzio Oil on Board Paintings

Pair of Lee Porzio oil on board paintings circa early 1960’s. These remarkable examples employ drip and fine tecnique with remarkable balance of color. Lee Porzio and her husband Allen Ditson were artisans who resided in Arizona from the 1950’s-1980’s. Porzio was a fabric designer painter and ceramist and Ditson a master craftsman and furniture maker. Please see our other listings for other works by this remarkable team. Framed,

Textured Oil on Linen Painting by Steven Sles

Textured oil on linen painting by Steven Sles circa early 1960’s. Sles was a mouth painter who studied under Hans Hoffman. This example has organic highly textured forms layered in color. Please see Red’s other listings for other works by Sles.

Steven Sles Oil on Linen Painting circa 1955

Early Steven Sles oil on linen painting circa 1955. Sles was a mouth painter who studied under Hans Hoffman. This work mixes thick texture and fine balance of line work and color. Please see Red’s other listings for additional examples by Sles.

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Early Oil on Linen Landscape Painting by Steven Sles

Early oil on linen landscape painting by Steven Sles circa 1957. This example has a thick textured background and foreground with architectural and natural forms in the center. Please see Red’s other listings for additional works by Sles.

Steven Sles Oil on Board Painting

Steven Sles oil on board painting circa 1964. Sles was a handicapped painter who studied under Hans Hoffman and remarkably painted all his works with his mouth. This example is about the texture and color and Sles masterfully incorporated the two to create this stunning work. Please see our other listings for other works by Sles.

Mixed Media Painting by Steven Sles

Mixed media painting on board by Steven Sles circa 1971. Sles was a handicapped painter who studied under Hans Hoffman and remarkably painted all his works with his mouth. This example incorporates drips blends and color layering to create a visually unusual painting. Please see our other listings for other works by Sles.