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John Currin
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John Currin

1962 · American · 3 artworks

Contemporary RealismMannerist elongationClassical painting techniquesSubversive figurationUse of varnish and glazingBlending of historical styles

artist bio

John Currin is a contemporary American painter known for his figurative works that blend classical techniques with often provocative and unsettling subject matter. His art challenges conventional notions of beauty and taste, sparking debate and reinterpreting historical styles through a modern lens.

related: Eric Fischl

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3 artworks

Young Man

Young Man

1992

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Skinny Woman

Skinny Woman

1992

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Daughter and Mother

Daughter and Mother

1997

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