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Lot 327

LeRoy Neiman (1921-2012) 19 1/2 x 12 3/4 inches

Estimate: $12,000 - $18,000
Starting Bid
$7,000

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Artist: LeRoy Neiman Title: Czar Nicholas II Medium: Acrylic on paper Dimensions: 19 1/2 x 12 3/4 inches Signed: Signed and dated 86 lower right; "His imperial majesty Czar Nicholas II Emperor or Russia" top middle Verso: "His imperial majesty Czar Nicholas II Emperor or Russia" top middle Framed/Base: 27 x 21 inches This lot's overall appearance is Excellent.For more details please view the attached Condition Report.


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Provenance: Private collection, Florida
 
LeRoy Neiman (1921–2012) was one of America's most recognizable twentieth-century artists, renowned for his energetic paintings and drawings of sports, celebrities, and historical figures. Characterized by bold color, expressive brushwork, and an unmistakable sense of movement, Neiman's work bridged the worlds of fine art and popular culture. Over a career spanning more than five decades, he chronicled subjects ranging from Olympic competitions and championship sporting events to world leaders and cultural icons, earning international acclaim for his vibrant and immediately recognizable style.
 
Czar Nicholas II reflects Neiman's fascination with larger-than-life historical personalities. Rendered with his characteristic expressive handling and confident use of color, the portrait captures the final Emperor of Russia with a compelling blend of regal presence and psychological depth. Rather than pursuing strict realism, Neiman emphasizes the subject's commanding stature and historical significance through dynamic painterly expression. From a Florida private collection, this work offers collectors an intriguing example of the artist's versatility beyond his celebrated sporting and entertainment subjects, demonstrating his enduring ability to bring iconic figures from history vividly to life.