Peter Van Dusen (American, b. 1929) - "Untitled Cabaret & Toucan,"Expressionist Oil on Canvas, 1991

An oversized, museum-scale original oil painting on canvas by Postwar & Contemporary artist Dr. Peter Van Dusen (American, b. 1929). Signed and dated "Van Dusen '91" lower right. Primarily known for his highly technical geological landscapes and Native American portraiture, this rare piece offers a fascinating glimpse into Van Dusen's avant-garde figurative work. Utilizing broad expressionist brushstrokes, heavy black line work, and a muted, theatrical color palette of plum and sage, the composition depicts a 1920s-style cabaret performer in a corset and thigh-high stockings. She holds a cigarette while positioned next to a brightly colored toucan, presenting a surrealist, narrative contrast.Dimensions: 48 in. H x 36 in. W (121.9 cm x 91.4 cm)Medium: Oil on CanvasProvenance: Private Collection Condition Report: Excellent archival condition. The canvas tension is stable and structural integrity is pristine. Minor surface wear along the unframed edges consistent with age. Unlined and completely untouched.