Artist: Mané-Katz (1894–1962)
Title: "To Douchka" (Personal Dedication)
Technique: Oil on canvas
Year: 1931
Dimensions: 20 x 26 cm
Status: Hand-signed and dated (1931), includes original vintage frame
About the Artwork:
A rare and intimate masterpiece by the world-renowned Jewish-French artist Mané-Katz, a leading figure of the School of Paris. This 1931 oil painting features an expressive, stylized portrait characterized by heavy impasto brushwork and a rich, moody palette. The work carries a personal dedication "To Douchka" on the reverse, suggesting the subject was from the artist’s inner circle. Small-scale yet monumental in its emotional depth, this piece preserves its authentic 1930s Parisian character.
About the Artist:
Mane-Katz was a central figure in the École de Paris (School of Paris). Born in Ukraine and later settling in France, his work uniquely blends Eastern European Jewish soul with French Modernist techniques. Celebrated for his vibrant colors and expressive depictions of Jewish life and landscapes, his works are featured in major museums worldwide, and the Mané-Katz Museum in Haifa is dedicated to his significant artistic legacy.