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Description:
In the late1980's, contemporary realist artist Bill Murphy became known for his hugely successful series of large-scale charcoal portrait drawings. In the late 1990's, Bill Murphy turned to intricate drawings including complex images and personal iconography. In this large-scale work entitled "The Hanged Man", Murphy has drawn a mysterious, multi-layered image with a finish and refinement of concept that one usually expects from a major painting. Large full image. Lower detail. Man's face detail. Figure detail. To learn more about this artist who is represented in major collections including: British Museum, New York Historical Society, New York Public Library, Staten Island Institute of Arts and Sciences and Westinghouse Corp., visit Bill Murphy's Staten Island studio. View more works by Bill Murphy.
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