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Works, including this painting, by David Weichman, will be displayed at Temple Adas Israel.[/caption]
At age 89, David Weichman was still at work in his studio, filling canvases with moods that danced between introspective, somber and haunted to exuberantly joyous and whimsical.
When the artist died a year later, he left behind a massive body of work, a portion of which is now on view as “Visions And Transformations: A Retrospective Of David Weichman’s Paintings (1912 - 2002)” at the Temple Adas Israel gallery space, located at 30 Atlantic Avenue in Sag Harbor.
“David Weichman evolved a highly personal style in oils, watercolors, and pen and ink sketches,” according to a press release. “Despite the hardships in his life, he maintained a constant curiosity about the world, a passion for life and an experimental approach to his art.”
From age 14, Weichman worked as a professional artist, earning his keep with portraits, political careens, posters and book illustrations within the lively world of Warsaw Jewish intellectuals.
World War II would interrupt his career, but painting allowed him to survive the Holocaust, trading food for a portrait or sketch. He immigrated to the United States in 1951 after living in post-war Vienna, and continued his commercial work while simultaneously pursuing fine art.
“The works are personal but become universal when viewed. The themes reminiscent of Chagall’s work, the lyricism is there along with the beautiful vivid coloration. The themes are from his homeland, his memories and the Jewish faith.”
The exhibit will remain on view through Thanksgiving. For more information, call (631) 725-0904 or email curator Ann Chwatsky at annphotog@aol.com.
gavinmenu on Oct 10, 2017