Three New Paintings From American Master, David A. Leffel

BREAKING—Three pieces by David A. Leffel have landed in the gallery and we’re utterly in awe. With a reputation that precedes him, Leffel’s work is always an honor to have come through our door.

David A. Leffel is an accomplished artist and instructor with over sixty years as a working painter. Trained in the schools of the 17th-Century Dutch and Flemish masters, namely Vermeer and Rembrandt, Leffel gradually became synonymous with this era and style of painting. His chiaroscuro technique, developed whilst enrolled at the Art Students League in New York City, led to him being frequently called “a 20th-Century old master.”

These three latest paintings all have the quintessential qualities that define Leffel’s body of work. With soft light and dark shadows, defined focal points and textural detail, these are classic works by the artist.

David A. Leffel - “Mexican Ceramic with Red Lanterns”, oil on canvas, 17 x 20”

Set in front of a dark, rustic background, a ceramic gleams in a noticeable spotlight. Everyday objects like blueberries and clementines strewn about take on a new poignance in this fascinating piece.

David A. Leffel - “Girl In Black Turtleneck”, oil on board, 12 x 9 3/4”

This haunting portrait showcases Leffel’s long study of Rembrandt and his own portraiture. With one eye closer to the viewer and the other less in focus, this work offers amazing depth and provides an obvious focal point. It leaves you wondering just what she is thinking.

David A. Leffel - “The Journey”, oil on canvas, 36 1/2 x 28 1/2”

Large and commanding in its presentation, this still life is a prime example of Leffel’s mastery of light and shadow. With light filtering in through a skylight, seemingly random objects take on meaning and mystique the way they are composed from background to foreground.

Add a masterpiece to your collection from one of the finest painters still working today. All three and more Leffel originals are available at Nedra Matteucci Galleries in Santa Fe, NM.

For questions or purchasing information, please email inquiry@matteucci.com

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