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NJ Antiques June Auction

Tue, Jun 16, 2026 10:00AM EDT
Lot 133

Tim Gaydos Contemporary Pastel Portrait of Seated Urban Figure

Estimate: $200 - $400

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A framed pastel painting by Tim Gaydos depicting a solitary figure seated on the ground in an urban interior or public space, rendered with strong directional light and deep angular shadows. The subject wears an olive-toned jacket and sits hunched beside a dark, geometric trash receptacle, with crumpled paper and a discarded bag nearby. Gaydos’ use of soft pastel creates a richly textured surface, balancing careful figurative detail with expressive atmospheric shading. The dramatic composition emphasizes isolation, stillness, and the contrast between human vulnerability and hard architectural forms. The work is signed along the lower left edge and presented under glass in a wood frame with a fabric mat. Overall condition appears good, with light wear to the frame and backing consistent with age and handling. Approx. frame size (in): 47 x 32 x 2.25, Approx. painting size (in): 40 x 24.5.

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