{"title":"Leo Saal","description":"\u003ctable width=\"100%\" id=\"t01\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/henry-rutzick\"\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-angle-left\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e Previous Artist\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/freeman-sargent\"\u003eNext Artist \u003ci class=\"fas fa-angle-right\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eLeo Saal (1912-1996)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2419\/6295\/files\/IMG_0867_2_480x480.jpg?v=1636421401\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:1% 0 0 0;position:relative;\"\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/1064865988?badge=0\u0026amp;autopause=0\u0026amp;player_id=0\u0026amp;app_id=58479\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"autoplay; fullscreen; picture-in-picture; clipboard-write; encrypted-media\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;width:100%;height:100%;\" title=\"Leo Saal (1912-1996)\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cscript src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/api\/player.js\"\u003e\u003c\/script\u003e\n\u003c!--Start tab labels--\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab1\" class=\"active\"\u003eThe Art\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab2\"\u003eBiography\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!--Start tab content--\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs-content\"\u003e\n\u003cli id=\"tab1\" class=\"active\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli id=\"tab2\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"margin: 0pxpx 0pxpx 0pxpx 0pxpx; float: none;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2419\/6295\/files\/saal-header-1_e3dc70b2-981e-4a5c-9270-125d971c6ce1.jpg?v=1636660090\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eFor over six decades, and through incredible circumstances, Leo Saal managed to draw, sketch, do printmaking, make collages and paint--often inspired by early references to turn-of-the-century Russian paintings. Recurring themes were frequently related to European history, the circus metaphor, mother and child, the beach, and Washington DC. Saal was primarily self-taught and created thousands of pieces with strong influences from Beckman, Picasso, Manet, Feininger, Velasquez and Goya. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLeo Saal was born in the present-day Russian city of St. Petersburg at a time of great change. Then known as Petrograd, it was the capital of Czarist Russia and the center of the country's cultural and artistic life until the Bolshevik Revolution of 1917, when it was renamed Leningrad. Saal lived through these and many other changes to see the city ultimately restored to its historic name of St. Petersburg after the dissolution of the Soviet Union in 1991.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHis early life, though happy, was caught up in these and many other events surrounding the collapse of the Czars, in a series of revolutions and changes of government. A first revolution in 1905 faltered, to be followed by the harsh totalitarian regime of the Bolsheviks. Saal's family and their businesses survived the first revolution but not the second. During these turbulent times, Saal completed his high school education, and, not long thereafter, was sent to Soviet prison camp for the first time, as had his father before him. On his return to Leningrad, he worked in the city's nascent film industry until he was rearrested and sent to a Siberian labor camp (\"The Gulag\") at the age of twenty-one, where he survived due to his knowledge of photography and his filmmaking skills.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAfter his release in the early 1930's he lived outside Moscow, married, and continued to pursue his interest in art and photography. Captured by the German army during the siege of Moscow, he was separated from his wife and would never see her again. After his release from a displaced person's camp at the end of WWII, Saal literally joined the circus, using his artistic talent to create set designs. Around this time, he remarried and found some success selling paintings. To support his new family, he took a job with the U.S. occupying forces in Munich, and later moved to Washington DC in the early 1950s to work for the CIA as a Russia analyst.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe landscape was always a topic of choice for Saal. The Ruhr, Munich, Freiburg, Bethany Beach, Southern Shores, Cape Henlopen, Boothbay, Chincoteague, Ocean City, Old Rag Mountain, Lake George, Washington D.C., San Francisco, Salinas, Mount Diablo, Tuscany, Toledo, Rome, Hamburg, Paris, wherever he was, landscapes and city scenes would always inspire him.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhen Saal retired in his seventies from being a Russian analyst he was able to realize his dream of becoming a full-time painter, collage artist and printmaker. Abstractions and large-scale work became his focus for a time as he formed important friendships with local D.C. artists. He joined cooperative galleries and workshops, most notably Ann Zahn’s private print studio in Bethesda, Maryland. During that time, he revisited his circus, family and beach motifs using various print media.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the 1980s Saal added a new art studio wing to his home. Tuesday mornings became figure painting time with a live model for Saal and his group of D.C. artist friends. Prior to that he had studied figure drawing during night classes at the American University and also taken correspondence art courses. Painting the model brought back memories of one of his first jobs sketching asylum inmates in Germany.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHis use of color and his ability to depict fantasy through symbolism became especially strong in the last decade of his life. Leo Saal died at eighty-four in 1996. Saal once said, “painting is not reproduction of the visible but its discovery.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLeo Saal’s excellent memoir, “Crossings”, was published by Chronos Press in 1996. His three-part catalogue raisonné was published in 2012 by his daughter, Irene Holmes. Both can be purchased through Amazon.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eWe want to thank Leo Saal’s daughter, Irene Holmes, for diligently cataloguing her father’s oeuvre and enabling us to represent this historical body of work and story.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2419\/6295\/files\/petrograd-header-1.jpg?v=1636587683\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lostartsalon.com\/pages\/leo-saal\"\u003eView the Exhibition Page\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lostartsalon.com\/collections\/leo-saal\"\u003eView All\u003c\/a\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: #ffffff;\"\u003e_\u003c\/span\u003e|\u003cspan style=\"color: #ffffff;\"\u003e_\u003c\/span\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lostartsalon.com\/collections\/leo-saal\/available?sort_by=\"\u003eView Available\u003c\/a\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: #ffffff;\"\u003e_\u003c\/span\u003e|\u003cspan style=\"color: #ffffff;\"\u003e_\u003c\/span\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lostartsalon.com\/collections\/leo-saal\/sold?sort_by=\"\u003eView Sold\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"b5249","title":"Modernist Figure at the Beach \u003cbr\u003e1967 Mixed Media \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e#B5249","description":"\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lostartsalon.com\/collections\/leo-saal\"\u003eLeo Saal\u003c\/a\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis 1967 mixed media on paper figurative scene is by Russian-born artist Leo Saal (1912-1996). Saal was born in Petrograd (now Saint-Petersburg), Russia shortly before the Bolshevik Revolution. He endured three years in The Gulag, and was captured by Germany during WWII. He worked in the circus and theater and was trained in photography and filmmaking. He moved to Washington DC when he was invited to work for the CIA in 1953. Throughout all this, and over six decades, Saal managed to draw, sketch, do printmaking, make collages and paint - often inspired by early references to turn-of-the-century Russian paintings. Recurring themes were frequently related to European history, the circus metaphor, mother and child, and the beach. Saal was primarily self-taught and created thousands of pieces with strong influences from Beckman, Picasso, Manet, Feininger, Velasquez and Goya. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1967 \u003cbr\u003eMixed Media on Paper \u003cbr\u003e24\"x18\" unframed \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eInitialed lower right. Excellent vintage condition.","brand":"Leo Saal (1912-1996)","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42036125761753,"sku":"B5249","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2419\/6295\/products\/B5249_0.jpg?v=1636407166"},{"product_id":"b5188","title":"Colorful Cubist Still Life \u003cbr\u003e1962 Acrylic \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e#B5188","description":"\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lostartsalon.com\/collections\/leo-saal\"\u003eLeo Saal\u003c\/a\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis 1962 acrylic on paper Cubist still life is by Russian-born artist Leo Saal (1912-1996). Saal was born in Petrograd (now Saint-Petersburg), Russia shortly before the Bolshevik Revolution. He endured three years in The Gulag, and was captured by Germany during WWII. He worked in the circus and theater and was trained in photography and filmmaking. He moved to Washington DC when he was invited to work for the CIA in 1953. Throughout all this, and over six decades, Saal managed to draw, sketch, do printmaking, make collages and paint - often inspired by early references to turn-of-the-century Russian paintings. Recurring themes were frequently related to European history, the circus metaphor, mother and child, and the beach. Saal was primarily self-taught and created thousands of pieces with strong influences from Beckman, Picasso, Manet, Feininger, Velasquez and Goya. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1962 \u003cbr\u003eAcrylic on Paper \u003cbr\u003e20.5\"x18\" framed, 12\"x10\" unframed \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEstate stamped lower right. Excellent vintage condition. Framed in a contemporary wood frame with a hammered gold face and black sides using archival matting and spacers behind conservation clear glass.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Leo Saal (1912-1996)","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42036272496857,"sku":"B5188","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2419\/6295\/products\/B5188_1.jpg?v=1636410320"},{"product_id":"b5220","title":"Pair of Cubist Nudes \u003cbr\u003e1940-50s Mixed Media \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e#B5220","description":"\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lostartsalon.com\/collections\/leo-saal\"\u003eLeo Saal\u003c\/a\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis late 1940-early 1950smixed media on paper figurative scene is by Russian-born artist Leo Saal (1912-1996). Saal was born in Petrograd (now Saint-Petersburg), Russia shortly before the Bolshevik Revolution. He endured three years in The Gulag, and was captured by Germany during WWII. He worked in the circus and theater and was trained in photography and filmmaking. He moved to Washington DC when he was invited to work for the CIA in 1953. Throughout all this, and over six decades, Saal managed to draw, sketch, do printmaking, make collages and paint - often inspired by early references to turn-of-the-century Russian paintings. Recurring themes were frequently related to European history, the circus metaphor, mother and child, and the beach. Saal was primarily self-taught and created thousands of pieces with strong influences from Beckman, Picasso, Manet, Feininger, Velasquez and Goya. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLate 1940s-Early 1950s \u003cbr\u003eMixed Media on Paper \u003cbr\u003e19\"x15\" framed, 13\"x8\" unframed \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEstate stamped lower right. Excellent vintage condition. Framed in a restored vintage ornate wood frame with a warm brushed gold finish using 8-ply archival matting behind conservation clear glass.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Leo Saal (1912-1996)","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42036284850393,"sku":"B5220","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2419\/6295\/products\/B5220_1.jpg?v=1636507647"},{"product_id":"b5219","title":"Monochromatic Circus Tent Scene \u003cbr\u003e1946 Ink Wash \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e#B5219","description":"\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lostartsalon.com\/collections\/leo-saal\"\u003eLeo Saal\u003c\/a\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis 1946 ink wash on paper figurative circus scene is by Russian-born artist Leo Saal (1912-1996). Saal was born in Petrograd (now Saint-Petersburg), Russia shortly before the Bolshevik Revolution. He endured three years in The Gulag, and was captured by Germany during WWII. He worked in the circus and theater and was trained in photography and filmmaking. He moved to Washington DC when he was invited to work for the CIA in 1953. Throughout all this, and over six decades, Saal managed to draw, sketch, do printmaking, make collages and paint - often inspired by early references to turn-of-the-century Russian paintings. Recurring themes were frequently related to European history, the circus metaphor, mother and child, and the beach. Saal was primarily self-taught and created thousands of pieces with strong influences from Beckman, Picasso, Manet, Feininger, Velasquez and Goya. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1946 \u003cbr\u003eInk Wash on Paper \u003cbr\u003e18.25\"x16.25\" framed, 11.75\"x8.25\" unframed \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSigned and dated lower right. Excellent vintage condition. Framed in a contemporary wood frame with a checkered inner edge, warm striped outer edge and glossy finish using archival matting behind conservation clear glass.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Leo Saal (1912-1996)","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42036285210841,"sku":"B5219","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2419\/6295\/products\/B5219_1.jpg?v=1636507778"},{"product_id":"b5387","title":"Monochrome Modernist Abstract \u003cbr\u003e1974 Collage \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e#B5387","description":"\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lostartsalon.com\/collections\/leo-saal\"\u003eLeo Saal\u003c\/a\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis 1974 collage on paper abstract is by Russian-born artist Leo Saal (1912-1996). Saal was born in Petrograd (now Saint-Petersburg), Russia shortly before the Bolshevik Revolution. He endured three years in The Gulag, and was captured by Germany during WWII. He worked in the circus and theater and was trained in photography and filmmaking. He moved to Washington DC when he was invited to work for the CIA in 1953. Throughout all this, and over six decades, Saal managed to draw, sketch, do printmaking, make collages and paint - often inspired by early references to turn-of-the-century Russian paintings. Recurring themes were frequently related to European history, the circus metaphor, mother and child, and the beach. Saal was primarily self-taught and created thousands of pieces with strong influences from Beckman, Picasso, Manet, Feininger, Velasquez and Goya. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1963 \u003cbr\u003eCollage on Paper \u003cbr\u003e25\"x31.5\" framed, 18\"x25\" unframed \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eInitialed and dated lower right. Excellent vintage condition. Framed in a contemporary walnut wood frame using archival linen matting behind conservation clear glass.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Leo Saal (1912-1996)","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42036285374681,"sku":"B5387","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2419\/6295\/products\/B5387_1.jpg?v=1636583139"},{"product_id":"b5389","title":"Boat \u0026 Bridge Harbor Scene \u003cbr\u003e1983 Viscosity Print \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e#B5389","description":"\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lostartsalon.com\/collections\/leo-saal\"\u003eLeo Saal\u003c\/a\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis 1983 viscosity print on paper seascape scene is by Russian-born artist Leo Saal (1912-1996). Saal was born in Petrograd (now Saint-Petersburg), Russia shortly before the Bolshevik Revolution. He endured three years in The Gulag, and was captured by Germany during WWII. He worked in the circus and theater and was trained in photography and filmmaking. He moved to Washington DC when he was invited to work for the CIA in 1953. Throughout all this, and over six decades, Saal managed to draw, sketch, do printmaking, make collages and paint - often inspired by early references to turn-of-the-century Russian paintings. Recurring themes were frequently related to European history, the circus metaphor, mother and child, and the beach. Saal was primarily self-taught and created thousands of pieces with strong influences from Beckman, Picasso, Manet, Feininger, Velasquez and Goya. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1983 \u003cbr\u003eViscosity Print on Paper \u003cbr\u003e32.5\"x24.75\" framed, 22\"x13\" unframed \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eInitialed and dated lower right. Excellent vintage condition. Framed in restored antique wood frame with ornate carvings and electrum finish using archival matting under conservation glass.","brand":"Leo Saal (1912-1996)","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42036290978009,"sku":"B5389","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2419\/6295\/products\/B5389_1.jpg?v=1636584505"},{"product_id":"b5388","title":"Figure at the Table \u003cbr\u003e1963 Oil on Paper \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e#B5388","description":"\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lostartsalon.com\/collections\/leo-saal\"\u003eLeo Saal\u003c\/a\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis 1963 oil on paper Cubist figurative scene is by Russian-born artist Leo Saal (1912-1996). Saal was born in Petrograd (now Saint-Petersburg), Russia shortly before the Bolshevik Revolution. He endured three years in The Gulag, and was captured by Germany during WWII. He worked in the circus and theater and was trained in photography and filmmaking. He moved to Washington DC when he was invited to work for the CIA in 1953. Throughout all this, and over six decades, Saal managed to draw, sketch, do printmaking, make collages and paint - often inspired by early references to turn-of-the-century Russian paintings. Recurring themes were frequently related to European history, the circus metaphor, mother and child, and the beach. Saal was primarily self-taught and created thousands of pieces with strong influences from Beckman, Picasso, Manet, Feininger, Velasquez and Goya. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1963 \u003cbr\u003eOil on Paper \u003cbr\u003e30.75\"x25.75\" framed, 24\"x18\" unframed \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eInitialed and dated lower right. Excellent vintage condition. Framed in a restored vintage decorative wood frame with a matte buttercream finish and ornamental inlay using archival linen matting and spacers behind conservation clear glass.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Leo Saal (1912-1996)","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42036321353945,"sku":"B5388","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2419\/6295\/products\/B5388_1.jpg?v=1636411919"},{"product_id":"b5300","title":"\u003ci\u003eSan Francisco\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cbr\u003e1974 Collage\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e#B5300","description":"\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lostartsalon.com\/collections\/leo-saal\"\u003eLeo Saal\u003c\/a\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis 1974 collage on paper geometric abstract entitled \u003cem\u003eSan Francisco\u003c\/em\u003e is by Russian-born artist Leo Saal (1912-1996). Saal was born in Petrograd (now Saint-Petersburg), Russia shortly before the Bolshevik Revolution. He endured three years in The Gulag, and was captured by Germany during WWII. He worked in the circus and theater and was trained in photography and filmmaking. He moved to Washington DC when he was invited to work for the CIA in 1953. Throughout all this, and over six decades, Saal managed to draw, sketch, do printmaking, make collages and paint - often inspired by early references to turn-of-the-century Russian paintings. Recurring themes were frequently related to European history, the circus metaphor, mother and child, and the beach. Saal was primarily self-taught and created thousands of pieces with strong influences from Beckman, Picasso, Manet, Feininger, Velasquez and Goya. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1974 \u003cbr\u003eCollage on Paper \u003cbr\u003e29.5\"x24.75\" framed, 23\"x18\" unframed \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eInitialed and dated lower right. Excellent vintage condition. Framed in a contemporary wood frame with a matte black finish using archival matting behind conservation clear glass.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Leo Saal (1912-1996)","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42036335935705,"sku":"B5300","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2419\/6295\/products\/B5300_1.jpg?v=1636594112"},{"product_id":"b5301","title":"Geometric Abstract Collage \u003cbr\u003e1976 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e#B5301","description":"\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lostartsalon.com\/collections\/leo-saal\"\u003eLeo Saal\u003c\/a\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis 1976 collage on paper abstract is by Russian-born artist Leo Saal (1912-1996). Saal was born in Petrograd (now Saint-Petersburg), Russia shortly before the Bolshevik Revolution. He endured three years in The Gulag, and was captured by Germany during WWII. He worked in the circus and theater and was trained in photography and filmmaking. He moved to Washington DC when he was invited to work for the CIA in 1953. Throughout all this, and over six decades, Saal managed to draw, sketch, do printmaking, make collages and paint - often inspired by early references to turn-of-the-century Russian paintings. Recurring themes were frequently related to European history, the circus metaphor, mother and child, and the beach. Saal was primarily self-taught and created thousands of pieces with strong influences from Beckman, Picasso, Manet, Feininger, Velasquez and Goya. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1976 \u003cbr\u003eCollage on Paper \u003cbr\u003e25\"x31\" framed, 20\"x26\" unframed \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eInitialed and dated lower right. Good vintage condition, severe foxing throughout. Framed in a restored vintage wood frame with a khaki finish using archival matting behind conservation clear glass.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Leo Saal (1912-1996)","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42036340261081,"sku":"B5301","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2419\/6295\/products\/B5301_1.jpg?v=1636412369"},{"product_id":"b5486","title":"Serene Coastal View \u003cbr\u003e1970-90s Oil \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e#B5486","description":"\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lostartsalon.com\/collections\/leo-saal\"\u003eLeo Saal\u003c\/a\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis 1970-90s oil on canvas coastal highway scene is by Russian-born artist Leo Saal (1912-1996). Saal was born in Petrograd (now Saint-Petersburg), Russia shortly before the Bolshevik Revolution. He endured three years in The Gulag, and was captured by Germany during WWII. He worked in the circus and theater and was trained in photography and filmmaking. He moved to Washington DC when he was invited to work for the CIA in 1953. Throughout all this, and over six decades, Saal managed to draw, sketch, do printmaking, make collages and paint - often inspired by early references to turn-of-the-century Russian paintings. Recurring themes were frequently related to European history, the circus metaphor, mother and child, and the beach. Saal was primarily self-taught and created thousands of pieces with strong influences from Beckman, Picasso, Manet, Feininger, Velasquez and Goya. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1970-90s \u003cbr\u003eOil on Canvas \u003cbr\u003e36.25\"x30.25\" framed \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExcellent vintage condition. Framed in a restored vintage decorative wood frame with a brushed alabaster face and linen inlay.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Leo Saal (1912-1996)","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42036349960409,"sku":"B5486","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2419\/6295\/products\/B5486_1.jpg?v=1636412687"},{"product_id":"b5246","title":"View of Treasure Island \u003cbr\u003e1974 Acrylic \u0026 Pastel \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e#B5246","description":"\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lostartsalon.com\/collections\/leo-saal\"\u003eLeo Saal\u003c\/a\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis 1974 acrylic and pastel on paper view of Treasure Island in the San Francisco Bay is by Russian-born artist Leo Saal (1912-1996). Saal was born in Petrograd (now Saint-Petersburg), Russia shortly before the Bolshevik Revolution. He endured three years in The Gulag, and was captured by Germany during WWII. He worked in the circus and theater and was trained in photography and filmmaking. He moved to Washington DC when he was invited to work for the CIA in 1953. Throughout all this, and over six decades, Saal managed to draw, sketch, do printmaking, make collages and paint - often inspired by early references to turn-of-the-century Russian paintings. Recurring themes were frequently related to European history, the circus metaphor, mother and child, and the beach. Saal was primarily self-taught and created thousands of pieces with strong influences from Beckman, Picasso, Manet, Feininger, Velasquez and Goya. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1974 \u003cbr\u003eAcrylic \u0026amp; Pastel on Paper \u003cbr\u003e33.25\"x25.5\" framed, 24\"x18\" unframed \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eInitialed and dated lower right. Excellent vintage condition. Framed in a contemporary wood frame with a textured gold finish using archival matting behind conservation clear glass.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Leo Saal (1912-1996)","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42036365426905,"sku":"B5246","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2419\/6295\/products\/B5246_1.jpg?v=1636413592"},{"product_id":"b5245","title":"Modernist Abstract Collage \u003cbr\u003e1974 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e#B5245","description":"\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lostartsalon.com\/collections\/leo-saal\"\u003eLeo Saal\u003c\/a\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis 1974 collage on paper abstract is by Russian-born artist Leo Saal (1912-1996). Saal was born in Petrograd (now Saint-Petersburg), Russia shortly before the Bolshevik Revolution. He endured three years in The Gulag, and was captured by Germany during WWII. He worked in the circus and theater and was trained in photography and filmmaking. He moved to Washington DC when he was invited to work for the CIA in 1953. Throughout all this, and over six decades, Saal managed to draw, sketch, do printmaking, make collages and paint - often inspired by early references to turn-of-the-century Russian paintings. Recurring themes were frequently related to European history, the circus metaphor, mother and child, and the beach. Saal was primarily self-taught and created thousands of pieces with strong influences from Beckman, Picasso, Manet, Feininger, Velasquez and Goya. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1974 \u003cbr\u003eCollage on Paper \u003cbr\u003e30.75\"x34.5\" framed, 17.5\"x22\" unframed \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEstate stamped lower right. Excellent vintage condition. Framed in a restored vintage wood frame with a matte black finish, ivory linen center and silver inlay using archival matting behind conservation clear glass.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Leo Saal (1912-1996)","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42036373389529,"sku":"B5245","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2419\/6295\/products\/B5245_1.jpg?v=1636414177"},{"product_id":"b5223","title":"\u003ci\u003eAfter Gromaire\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cbr\u003e1954 Ink \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e#B5223","description":"\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lostartsalon.com\/collections\/leo-saal\"\u003eLeo Saal\u003c\/a\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis 1954 ink on paper cityscape drawing is entitled \u003cem\u003eAfter Gromaire\u003c\/em\u003e and is by Russian-born artist Leo Saal (1912-1996). Saal was born in Petrograd (now Saint-Petersburg), Russia shortly before the Bolshevik Revolution. He endured three years in The Gulag, and was captured by Germany during WWII. He worked in the circus and theater and was trained in photography and filmmaking. He moved to Washington DC when he was invited to work for the CIA in 1953. Throughout all this, and over six decades, Saal managed to draw, sketch, do printmaking, make collages and paint - often inspired by early references to turn-of-the-century Russian paintings. Recurring themes were frequently related to European history, the circus metaphor, mother and child, and the beach. Saal was primarily self-taught and created thousands of pieces with strong influences from Beckman, Picasso, Manet, Feininger, Velasquez and Goya. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1954 \u003cbr\u003eInk on Paper \u003cbr\u003e11.5\"x12.5\" framed, 9\"x10\" unframed \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEstate stamped lower left, dated on the back. Excellent vintage condition. Framed in a restored vintage wood frame with a black finish and ornate carvings using archival spacers behind conservation clear glass.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Leo Saal (1912-1996)","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42036379713753,"sku":"B5223","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2419\/6295\/products\/B5223_1.jpg?v=1636414513"},{"product_id":"b5217","title":"Leo Saal Self Portrait \u003cbr\u003e1951 Graphite \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e#B5217","description":"\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lostartsalon.com\/collections\/leo-saal\"\u003eLeo Saal\u003c\/a\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis 1951 graphite on paper self portrait is by Russian-born artist Leo Saal (1912-1996). Saal was born in Petrograd (now Saint-Petersburg), Russia shortly before the Bolshevik Revolution. He endured three years in The Gulag, and was captured by Germany during WWII. He worked in the circus and theater and was trained in photography and filmmaking. He moved to Washington DC when he was invited to work for the CIA in 1953. Throughout all this, and over six decades, Saal managed to draw, sketch, do printmaking, make collages and paint - often inspired by early references to turn-of-the-century Russian paintings. Recurring themes were frequently related to European history, the circus metaphor, mother and child, and the beach. Saal was primarily self-taught and created thousands of pieces with strong influences from Beckman, Picasso, Manet, Feininger, Velasquez and Goya. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1951 \u003cbr\u003eGraphite on Paper \u003cbr\u003e16.5\"x20\" framed, 6.75\"x9.25\" unframed \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEstate stamped and dated lower right. Excellent vintage condition. Framed in a restored vintage wood frame with a gold leaf finish and white inlay using archival linen matting behind conservation clear glass.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Leo Saal (1912-1996)","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42036492697817,"sku":"B5217","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2419\/6295\/products\/B5217_1.jpg?v=1636418186"},{"product_id":"b5204","title":"Abstracted Figures \u0026 Horse \u003cbr\u003e1949 Oil on Paper \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e#B5204","description":"\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lostartsalon.com\/collections\/leo-saal\"\u003eLeo Saal\u003c\/a\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis 1949 oil on paper figure scene with horse is by Russian-born artist Leo Saal (1912-1996). Saal was born in Petrograd (now Saint-Petersburg), Russia shortly before the Bolshevik Revolution. He endured three years in The Gulag, and was captured by Germany during WWII. He worked in the circus and theater and was trained in photography and filmmaking. He moved to Washington DC when he was invited to work for the CIA in 1953. Throughout all this, and over six decades, Saal managed to draw, sketch, do printmaking, make collages and paint - often inspired by early references to turn-of-the-century Russian paintings. Recurring themes were frequently related to European history, the circus metaphor, mother and child, and the beach. Saal was primarily self-taught and created thousands of pieces with strong influences from Beckman, Picasso, Manet, Feininger, Velasquez and Goya. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1949 \u003cbr\u003eOil on Paper \u003cbr\u003e11\"x18.75\" framed, 5.5\"x10.5\" unframed \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEstate stamped lower right. Excellent vintage condition. Framed in a restored vintage wood frame with a distressed gold inner bevel and maroon sides using 8-ply archival matting and spacers behind conservation clear glass.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Leo Saal (1912-1996)","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42036503249113,"sku":"B5204","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2419\/6295\/products\/B5204_1.jpg?v=1636418850"},{"product_id":"b5202","title":"Artist Self Portrait \u003cbr\u003e1948 Graphite \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e#B5202","description":"\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lostartsalon.com\/collections\/leo-saal\"\u003eLeo Saal\u003c\/a\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis 1948 graphite on paper self portrait is by Russian-born artist Leo Saal (1912-1996). Saal was born in Petrograd (now Saint-Petersburg), Russia shortly before the Bolshevik Revolution. He endured three years in The Gulag, and was captured by Germany during WWII. He worked in the circus and theater and was trained in photography and filmmaking. He moved to Washington DC when he was invited to work for the CIA in 1953. Throughout all this, and over six decades, Saal managed to draw, sketch, do printmaking, make collages and paint - often inspired by early references to turn-of-the-century Russian paintings. Recurring themes were frequently related to European history, the circus metaphor, mother and child, and the beach. Saal was primarily self-taught and created thousands of pieces with strong influences from Beckman, Picasso, Manet, Feininger, Velasquez and Goya. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1948 \u003cbr\u003eGraphite on Paper \u003cbr\u003e15.5\"x19.5\" framed, 8.25\"x13.25\" unframed \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEstate stamped and dated lower right. Good vintage condition, minor foxing. Framed in a restored antique wood frame with a black finish and gold accents using archival linen matting behind conservation clear glass.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Leo Saal (1912-1996)","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42036518944985,"sku":"B5202","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2419\/6295\/products\/B5202_1.jpg?v=1636419146"},{"product_id":"b5199","title":"Circus Scene with Tiger \u003cbr\u003e1973 Etching \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e#B5199","description":"\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lostartsalon.com\/collections\/leo-saal\"\u003eLeo Saal\u003c\/a\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis 1973 blue circus scene etching on paper is by Russian-born artist Leo Saal (1912-1996). Saal was born in Petrograd (now Saint-Petersburg), Russia shortly before the Bolshevik Revolution. He endured three years in The Gulag, and was captured by Germany during WWII. He worked in the circus and theater and was trained in photography and filmmaking. He moved to Washington DC when he was invited to work for the CIA in 1953. Throughout all this, and over six decades, Saal managed to draw, sketch, do printmaking, make collages and paint - often inspired by early references to turn-of-the-century Russian paintings. Recurring themes were frequently related to European history, the circus metaphor, mother and child, and the beach. Saal was primarily self-taught and created thousands of pieces with strong influences from Beckman, Picasso, Manet, Feininger, Velasquez and Goya. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1973 \u003cbr\u003eEtching on Paper \u003cbr\u003e16.5\"x19\" framed, 7.75\"x9\" unframed \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEstate stamped lower right. Excellent vintage condition. Framed in a contemporary wood frame with a silver leaf finish using archival matting behind conservation clear glass.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Leo Saal (1912-1996)","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42036536279257,"sku":"B5199","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2419\/6295\/products\/B5199_1_5bad3f00-508f-4f89-b781-b3a9f5769f10.jpg?v=1636594214"},{"product_id":"b5195","title":"\u003ci\u003eBig Top Tattoos\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cbr\u003e1973 Collage \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e#B5195","description":"\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lostartsalon.com\/collections\/leo-saal\"\u003eLeo Saal\u003c\/a\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEntitled \u003cem\u003eBig Top Tattoos\u003c\/em\u003e, this 1973 collage on paper figurative scene is by Russian-born artist Leo Saal (1912-1996). Saal was born in Petrograd (now Saint-Petersburg), Russia shortly before the Bolshevik Revolution. He endured three years in The Gulag, and was captured by Germany during WWII. He worked in the circus and theater and was trained in photography and filmmaking. He moved to Washington DC when he was invited to work for the CIA in 1953. Throughout all this, and over six decades, Saal managed to draw, sketch, do printmaking, make collages and paint - often inspired by early references to turn-of-the-century Russian paintings. Recurring themes were frequently related to European history, the circus metaphor, mother and child, and the beach. Saal was primarily self-taught and created thousands of pieces with strong influences from Beckman, Picasso, Manet, Feininger, Velasquez and Goya. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1973 \u003cbr\u003eCollage on Paper \u003cbr\u003e20.75\"x28\" framed, 18\"x25.5\" unframed \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eInitialed and dated lower right. Excellent vintage condition. Framed in a contemporary wood frame with a dark stain finish using archival matting and spacers behind conservation clear glass.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Leo Saal (1912-1996)","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42036543389913,"sku":"B5195","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2419\/6295\/products\/B5195_1.jpg?v=1636420096"},{"product_id":"b5196","title":"Artist at Work \u003cbr\u003eMid Century Watercolor \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e#B5196","description":"\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lostartsalon.com\/collections\/leo-saal\"\u003eLeo Saal\u003c\/a\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis mid 20th century watercolor on paper figure scene is by Russian-born artist Leo Saal (1912-1996). Saal was born in Petrograd (now Saint-Petersburg), Russia shortly before the Bolshevik Revolution. He endured three years in The Gulag, and was captured by Germany during WWII. He worked in the circus and theater and was trained in photography and filmmaking. He moved to Washington DC when he was invited to work for the CIA in 1953. Throughout all this, and over six decades, Saal managed to draw, sketch, do printmaking, make collages and paint - often inspired by early references to turn-of-the-century Russian paintings. Recurring themes were frequently related to European history, the circus metaphor, mother and child, and the beach. Saal was primarily self-taught and created thousands of pieces with strong influences from Beckman, Picasso, Manet, Feininger, Velasquez and Goya. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMid 20th Century \u003cbr\u003eWatercolor on Paper \u003cbr\u003e14.25\"x18.25\" framed, 8.5\"x11\" unframed \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEstate stamped and dated lower right. Good vintage condition, tear at the top and minor creasing upper left. Framed in a restored antique wood frame with a matte gray finish using archival matting behind conservation clear glass.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Leo Saal (1912-1996)","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42038767976665,"sku":"B5196","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2419\/6295\/products\/B5196_1.jpg?v=1636489410"},{"product_id":"b5168","title":"Monochrome Winter City Scene \u003cbr\u003e1986 Etching \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e#B5168","description":"\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lostartsalon.com\/collections\/leo-saal\"\u003eLeo Saal\u003c\/a\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis 1986 monochrome etching on paper city scene is by Russian-born artist Leo Saal (1912-1996). Saal was born in Petrograd (now Saint-Petersburg), Russia shortly before the Bolshevik Revolution. He endured three years in The Gulag, and was captured by Germany during WWII. He worked in the circus and theater and was trained in photography and filmmaking. He moved to Washington DC when he was invited to work for the CIA in 1953. Throughout all this, and over six decades, Saal managed to draw, sketch, do printmaking, make collages and paint - often inspired by early references to turn-of-the-century Russian paintings. Recurring themes were frequently related to European history, the circus metaphor, mother and child, and the beach. Saal was primarily self-taught and created thousands of pieces with strong influences from Beckman, Picasso, Manet, Feininger, Velasquez and Goya. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1986 \u003cbr\u003eEtching on Paper \u003cbr\u003e12.75\"x14.75\" framed, 5\"x8\" unframed \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eInitialed and dated lower right. Excellent vintage condition, light foxing. Framed in a contemporary maple wood frame with ebony sides using archival matting behind conservation clear glass.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Leo Saal (1912-1996)","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42038835183833,"sku":"B5168","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2419\/6295\/products\/B5168_1_eb2d27a3-f719-44b7-a1c0-f669e96d58e3.jpg?v=1636583538"},{"product_id":"b5212","title":"Organic Forms in Abstraction \u003cbr\u003e1973 Collage \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e#B5212","description":"\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lostartsalon.com\/collections\/leo-saal\"\u003eLeo Saal\u003c\/a\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis 1973 collage on paper abstract is by Russian-born artist Leo Saal (1912-1996). Saal was born in Petrograd (now Saint-Petersburg), Russia shortly before the Bolshevik Revolution. He endured three years in The Gulag, and was captured by Germany during WWII. He worked in the circus and theater and was trained in photography and filmmaking. He moved to Washington DC when he was invited to work for the CIA in 1953. Throughout all this, and over six decades, Saal managed to draw, sketch, do printmaking, make collages and paint - often inspired by early references to turn-of-the-century Russian paintings. Recurring themes were frequently related to European history, the circus metaphor, mother and child, and the beach. Saal was primarily self-taught and created thousands of pieces with strong influences from Beckman, Picasso, Manet, Feininger, Velasquez and Goya. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAugust 10, 1973 \u003cbr\u003eCollage on Paper \u003cbr\u003e22\"x19.75\" framed, 13\"x10.75\" unframed \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eInitialed and dated lower right. Excellent vintage condition. Framed in a contemporary wood frame with an antique gold finish using 8-ply archival matting behind conservation clear glass.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Leo Saal (1912-1996)","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42038944170201,"sku":"B5212","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2419\/6295\/products\/B5212_1.jpg?v=1636491231"},{"product_id":"b5190","title":"San Francisco Skyline \u003cbr\u003e1980 Linoleum Block Print \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e#B5190","description":"\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lostartsalon.com\/collections\/leo-saal\"\u003eLeo Saal\u003c\/a\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis 1980 monochrome linoleum block print on paper of the San Francisco skyline as seen from the southern peninsula is by Russian-born artist Leo Saal (1912-1996). Saal was born in Petrograd (now Saint-Petersburg), Russia shortly before the Bolshevik Revolution. He endured three years in The Gulag, and was captured by Germany during WWII. He worked in the circus and theater and was trained in photography and filmmaking. He moved to Washington DC when he was invited to work for the CIA in 1953. Throughout all this, and over six decades, Saal managed to draw, sketch, do printmaking, make collages and paint - often inspired by early references to turn-of-the-century Russian paintings. Recurring themes were frequently related to European history, the circus metaphor, mother and child, and the beach. Saal was primarily self-taught and created thousands of pieces with strong influences from Beckman, Picasso, Manet, Feininger, Velasquez and Goya. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1980 \u003cbr\u003eLinoleum Block Print on Paper \u003cbr\u003e26\"x22.25\" framed, 19.5\"x16\" unframed \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eInitialed and dated lower right. Excellent vintage condition. Framed in a contemporary wood frame with a gold face and black sides using archival matting behind conservation clear glass.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Leo Saal (1912-1996)","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42039045619929,"sku":"B5190","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2419\/6295\/products\/B5190_1-2.jpg?v=1636587092"},{"product_id":"b5635","title":"Boothsbay, Maine \u003cbr\u003e1969 Oil \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e#B5635","description":"\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lostartsalon.com\/collections\/leo-saal\"\u003eLeo Saal\u003c\/a\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis 1969 oil on board of Boothsbay, Maine with sailboats scene is by Russian-born artist Leo Saal (1912-1996). Saal was born in Petrograd (now Saint-Petersburg), Russia shortly before the Bolshevik Revolution. He endured three years in The Gulag, and was captured by Germany during WWII. He worked in the circus and theater and was trained in photography and filmmaking. He moved to Washington DC when he was invited to work for the CIA in 1953. Throughout all this, and over six decades, Saal managed to draw, sketch, do printmaking, make collages and paint - often inspired by early references to turn-of-the-century Russian paintings. Recurring themes were frequently related to European history, the circus metaphor, mother and child, and the beach. Saal was primarily self-taught and created thousands of pieces with strong influences from Beckman, Picasso, Manet, Feininger, Velasquez and Goya. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1969 \u003cbr\u003eOil on Board \u003cbr\u003e18.75\"x13.75\" framed, 18\"x13\" unframed \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eInitialed and dated lower right. Excellent vintage condition. Framed in a contemporary wood frame with a gold face and stain maple sides.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Leo Saal (1912-1996)","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42039055417561,"sku":"B5635","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2419\/6295\/products\/B5635_1-3.jpg?v=1636495183"},{"product_id":"b5218","title":"Conductor at the Stand \u003cbr\u003e1946 Ink Wash \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e#B5218","description":"\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lostartsalon.com\/collections\/leo-saal\"\u003eLeo Saal\u003c\/a\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis 1946 ink wash on paper orchestra scene is by Russian-born artist Leo Saal (1912-1996). Saal was born in Petrograd (now Saint-Petersburg), Russia shortly before the Bolshevik Revolution. He endured three years in The Gulag, and was captured by Germany during WWII. He worked in the circus and theater and was trained in photography and filmmaking. He moved to Washington DC when he was invited to work for the CIA in 1953. Throughout all this, and over six decades, Saal managed to draw, sketch, do printmaking, make collages and paint - often inspired by early references to turn-of-the-century Russian paintings. Recurring themes were frequently related to European history, the circus metaphor, mother and child, and the beach. Saal was primarily self-taught and created thousands of pieces with strong influences from Beckman, Picasso, Manet, Feininger, Velasquez and Goya. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1946 \u003cbr\u003eInk Wash on Paper \u003cbr\u003e16.5\"x12.5\" framed, 10\"x8.5\" unframed \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSigned and dated lower right. Good vintage condition, torn edges. Framed in a restored vintage wood frame with a black finish using archival spacers behind conservation clear glass.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Leo Saal (1912-1996)","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42039063609561,"sku":"B5218","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2419\/6295\/products\/B5218_1.jpg?v=1636491701"},{"product_id":"b5203","title":"Sightseeing at a Bridge \u003cbr\u003e1978 Etching \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e#B5203","description":"\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lostartsalon.com\/collections\/leo-saal\"\u003eLeo Saal\u003c\/a\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis 1978 monochrome etching on paper city scene is by Russian-born artist Leo Saal (1912-1996). Saal was born in Petrograd (now Saint-Petersburg), Russia shortly before the Bolshevik Revolution. He endured three years in The Gulag, and was captured by Germany during WWII. He worked in the circus and theater and was trained in photography and filmmaking. He moved to Washington DC when he was invited to work for the CIA in 1953. Throughout all this, and over six decades, Saal managed to draw, sketch, do printmaking, make collages and paint - often inspired by early references to turn-of-the-century Russian paintings. Recurring themes were frequently related to European history, the circus metaphor, mother and child, and the beach. Saal was primarily self-taught and created thousands of pieces with strong influences from Beckman, Picasso, Manet, Feininger, Velasquez and Goya. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1978 \u003cbr\u003eEtching on Paper \u003cbr\u003e23.5\"x17.25\" framed, 8.75\"x6\" unframed \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eInitialed and dated lower right. Excellent vintage condition, light foxing. Framed in a restored vintage wide-faced wood frame with a sanded finish and black sides using 8-ply archival matting behind conservation clear glass.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Leo Saal (1912-1996)","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42039125049561,"sku":"B5203","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2419\/6295\/products\/B5203_1.jpg?v=1636492327"},{"product_id":"b5200","title":"Circus Scene with Horse \u003cbr\u003e1947 Gouache \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e#B5200","description":"\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lostartsalon.com\/collections\/leo-saal\"\u003eLeo Saal\u003c\/a\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis 1947 gouache on paper figure scene is by Russian-born artist Leo Saal (1912-1996). Saal was born in Petrograd (now Saint-Petersburg), Russia shortly before the Bolshevik Revolution. He endured three years in The Gulag, and was captured by Germany during WWII. He worked in the circus and theater and was trained in photography and filmmaking. He moved to Washington DC when he was invited to work for the CIA in 1953. Throughout all this, and over six decades, Saal managed to draw, sketch, do printmaking, make collages and paint - often inspired by early references to turn-of-the-century Russian paintings. Recurring themes were frequently related to European history, the circus metaphor, mother and child, and the beach. Saal was primarily self-taught and created thousands of pieces with strong influences from Beckman, Picasso, Manet, Feininger, Velasquez and Goya. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1947 \u003cbr\u003eGouache on Paper \u003cbr\u003e21.75\"x19.5\" framed, 8.25\"x6\" unframed \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEstate stamped lower right. Excellent vintage condition. Framed in a contemporary wood frame with a brushed silver face and dark stained sides using 8-ply archival matting behind conservation clear glass.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Leo Saal (1912-1996)","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42039238721753,"sku":"B5200","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2419\/6295\/products\/B5200_1.jpg?v=1636493459"},{"product_id":"b5184","title":"Monochromatic Tree-Lined Lane \u003cbr\u003e1986 Etching \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e#B5184","description":"\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lostartsalon.com\/collections\/leo-saal\"\u003eLeo Saal\u003c\/a\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis 1986 monochrome etching on paper city scene is by Russian-born artist Leo Saal (1912-1996). Saal was born in Petrograd (now Saint-Petersburg), Russia shortly before the Bolshevik Revolution. He endured three years in The Gulag, and was captured by Germany during WWII. He worked in the circus and theater and was trained in photography and filmmaking. He moved to Washington DC when he was invited to work for the CIA in 1953. Throughout all this, and over six decades, Saal managed to draw, sketch, do printmaking, make collages and paint - often inspired by early references to turn-of-the-century Russian paintings. Recurring themes were frequently related to European history, the circus metaphor, mother and child, and the beach. Saal was primarily self-taught and created thousands of pieces with strong influences from Beckman, Picasso, Manet, Feininger, Velasquez and Goya. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1986 \u003cbr\u003eEtching on Paper \u003cbr\u003e15.25\"x17.25\" framed, 5\"x8\" unframed \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEstate stamped lower right. Excellent vintage condition. Framed in a restored vintage wood frame with a distressed green and gold finish and linen inlay using archival matting behind conservation clear glass.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Leo Saal (1912-1996)","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42039301996761,"sku":"B5184","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2419\/6295\/products\/B5184_1.jpg?v=1636494380"},{"product_id":"b5182","title":"Monochromatic Winter Scene \u003cbr\u003e1986 Etching \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e#B5182","description":"\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lostartsalon.com\/collections\/leo-saal\"\u003eLeo Saal\u003c\/a\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis 1986 monochrome etching on paper city scene is by Russian-born artist Leo Saal (1912-1996). Saal was born in Petrograd (now Saint-Petersburg), Russia shortly before the Bolshevik Revolution. He endured three years in The Gulag, and was captured by Germany during WWII. He worked in the circus and theater and was trained in photography and filmmaking. He moved to Washington DC when he was invited to work for the CIA in 1953. Throughout all this, and over six decades, Saal managed to draw, sketch, do printmaking, make collages and paint - often inspired by early references to turn-of-the-century Russian paintings. Recurring themes were frequently related to European history, the circus metaphor, mother and child, and the beach. Saal was primarily self-taught and created thousands of pieces with strong influences from Beckman, Picasso, Manet, Feininger, Velasquez and Goya. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1986 \u003cbr\u003eEtching on Paper \u003cbr\u003e13\"x15\" framed, 5\"x7\" unframed \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eInitialed lower right. Excellent vintage condition. Framed in a restored antique wood frame with a distressed gold finish and linen inlay using archival matting behind conservation clear glass.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Leo Saal (1912-1996)","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42039314317529,"sku":"B5182","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2419\/6295\/products\/B5182_1.jpg?v=1636494656"},{"product_id":"b5166","title":"Forms in Abstraction \u003cbr\u003e1974 Collage \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e#B5166","description":"\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lostartsalon.com\/collections\/leo-saal\"\u003eLeo Saal\u003c\/a\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis 1974 collage on paper abstract is by Russian-born artist Leo Saal (1912-1996). Saal was born in Petrograd (now Saint-Petersburg), Russia shortly before the Bolshevik Revolution. He endured three years in The Gulag, and was captured by Germany during WWII. He worked in the circus and theater and was trained in photography and filmmaking. He moved to Washington DC when he was invited to work for the CIA in 1953. Throughout all this, and over six decades, Saal managed to draw, sketch, do printmaking, make collages and paint - often inspired by early references to turn-of-the-century Russian paintings. Recurring themes were frequently related to European history, the circus metaphor, mother and child, and the beach. Saal was primarily self-taught and created thousands of pieces with strong influences from Beckman, Picasso, Manet, Feininger, Velasquez and Goya. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1974 \u003cbr\u003eCollage on Paper \u003cbr\u003e20.5\"x20\" framed, 9\"x11\" unframed \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExcellent vintage condition. Framed in a restored vintage wide-faced wood frame using 8-ply archival museum-style matting behind conservation clear glass.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Leo Saal (1912-1996)","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42039317889241,"sku":"B5166","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2419\/6295\/products\/B5166_1.jpg?v=1636494858"},{"product_id":"b5244","title":"Abstracted Lounging Figure \u003cbr\u003e1994 Mixed Media \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e#B5244","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lostartsalon.com\/collections\/leo-saal\"\u003eLeo Saal\u003c\/a\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis 1994 mixed media on paper figure scene is by Russian-born artist Leo Saal (1912-1996). Saal was born in Petrograd (now Saint-Petersburg), Russia shortly before the Bolshevik Revolution. He endured three years in The Gulag, and was captured by Germany during WWII. He worked in the circus and theater and was trained in photography and filmmaking. He moved to Washington DC when he was invited to work for the CIA in 1953. Throughout all this, and over six decades, Saal managed to draw, sketch, do printmaking, make collages and paint - often inspired by early references to turn-of-the-century Russian paintings. Recurring themes were frequently related to European history, the circus metaphor, mother and child, and the beach. Saal was primarily self-taught and created thousands of pieces with strong influences from Beckman, Picasso, Manet, Feininger, Velasquez and Goya. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1994 \u003cbr\u003eMixed Media on Paper \u003cbr\u003e32.5\"x25\" framed, 24\"x18\" unframed \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDated lower right. Excellent vintage condition. Framed in a restored antique wood frame with an eggshell finish using archival matting and spacers behind conservation clear glass.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Leo Saal (1912-1996)","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42039351967961,"sku":"B5244","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2419\/6295\/products\/B5244_1.jpg?v=1753168945"},{"product_id":"b5165","title":"\u003ci\u003eConnecticut Avenue\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cbr\u003e1956 Oil on Canvas Paper \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e#B5165","description":"\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lostartsalon.com\/collections\/leo-saal\"\u003eLeo Saal\u003c\/a\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis 1956 oil on canvas paper scene entitled \u003cem\u003eConnecticut Avenue\u003c\/em\u003e in the San Francisco Bay is by Russian-born artist Leo Saal (1912-1996). Saal was born in Petrograd (now Saint-Petersburg), Russia shortly before the Bolshevik Revolution. He endured three years in The Gulag, and was captured by Germany during WWII. He worked in the circus and theater and was trained in photography and filmmaking. He moved to Washington DC when he was invited to work for the CIA in 1953. Throughout all this, and over six decades, Saal managed to draw, sketch, do printmaking, make collages and paint - often inspired by early references to turn-of-the-century Russian paintings. Recurring themes were frequently related to European history, the circus metaphor, mother and child, and the beach. Saal was primarily self-taught and created thousands of pieces with strong influences from Beckman, Picasso, Manet, Feininger, Velasquez and Goya. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1956 \u003cbr\u003e Oil on Canvas Paper \u003cbr\u003e17.75\"x14.5\" framed, 12\"x9\" unframed \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGood vintage condition, extensive foxing throughout. Framed in a restored vintage wood frame with a black finish using archival linen matting behind conservation clear glass.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Leo Saal (1912-1996)","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42039383589081,"sku":"B5165","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2419\/6295\/products\/B5165_1.jpg?v=1636497848"},{"product_id":"b5163","title":"Cubist Interior Scene with Figure \u003cbr\u003e1978 Etching \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e#B5163","description":"\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lostartsalon.com\/collections\/leo-saal\"\u003eLeo Saal\u003c\/a\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis 1978 monochrome etching on paper figure scene is by Russian-born artist Leo Saal (1912-1996). Saal was born in Petrograd (now Saint-Petersburg), Russia shortly before the Bolshevik Revolution. He endured three years in The Gulag, and was captured by Germany during WWII. He worked in the circus and theater and was trained in photography and filmmaking. He moved to Washington DC when he was invited to work for the CIA in 1953. Throughout all this, and over six decades, Saal managed to draw, sketch, do printmaking, make collages and paint - often inspired by early references to turn-of-the-century Russian paintings. Recurring themes were frequently related to European history, the circus metaphor, mother and child, and the beach. Saal was primarily self-taught and created thousands of pieces with strong influences from Beckman, Picasso, Manet, Feininger, Velasquez and Goya. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1978 \u003cbr\u003eEtching on Paper \u003cbr\u003e25.5\"x21.25\" framed, 9\"x6\"unframed \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTitled and dated at the bottom. Good vintage condition, heavy foxing. Framed in a restored antique wood frame with a metallic gold finish archival matting and spacers behind conservation clear glass.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Leo Saal (1912-1996)","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42039416422617,"sku":"B5163","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2419\/6295\/products\/B5163_1.jpg?v=1636498146"},{"product_id":"b5186","title":"Deconstructed Cubist Nudes \u003cbr\u003e1947 Mixed Media \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e#B5186","description":"\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lostartsalon.com\/collections\/leo-saal\"\u003eLeo Saal\u003c\/a\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis 1947 mixed media on paper figurative scene is by Russian-born artist Leo Saal (1912-1996). Saal was born in Petrograd (now Saint-Petersburg), Russia shortly before the Bolshevik Revolution. He endured three years in The Gulag, and was captured by Germany during WWII. He worked in the circus and theater and was trained in photography and filmmaking. He moved to Washington DC when he was invited to work for the CIA in 1953. Throughout all this, and over six decades, Saal managed to draw, sketch, do printmaking, make collages and paint - often inspired by early references to turn-of-the-century Russian paintings. Recurring themes were frequently related to European history, the circus metaphor, mother and child, and the beach. Saal was primarily self-taught and created thousands of pieces with strong influences from Beckman, Picasso, Manet, Feininger, Velasquez and Goya. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1947 \u003cbr\u003eMixed Media on Paper \u003cbr\u003e26.5\"x16.25\" framed, 13\"x8\" unframed \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEstate stamped lower right. Excellent vintage condition. Framed in a restored vintage wood frame with a distressed brass finish using 8-ply archival matting behind conservation clear glass.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Leo Saal (1912-1996)","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42039441588441,"sku":"B5186","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2419\/6295\/products\/B5186_1.jpg?v=1636498359"},{"product_id":"b5508","title":"Serene Maryland Meadow Scene\u003cbr\u003e1969 Oil \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e#B5508","description":"\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lostartsalon.com\/collections\/leo-saal\"\u003eLeo Saal\u003c\/a\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis 1969 oil on board abstracted Maryland meadow scene is by Russian-born artist Leo Saal (1912-1996). Saal was born in Petrograd (now Saint-Petersburg), Russia shortly before the Bolshevik Revolution. He endured three years in The Gulag, and was captured by Germany during WWII. He worked in the circus and theater and was trained in photography and filmmaking. He moved to Washington DC when he was invited to work for the CIA in 1953. Throughout all this, and over six decades, Saal managed to draw, sketch, do printmaking, make collages and paint - often inspired by early references to turn-of-the-century Russian paintings. Recurring themes were frequently related to European history, the circus metaphor, mother and child, and the beach. Saal was primarily self-taught and created thousands of pieces with strong influences from Beckman, Picasso, Manet, Feininger, Velasquez and Goya. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1969 \u003cbr\u003eOil on Board \u003cbr\u003e12.75\"x8.75\" framed, 11.75\"x8\"unframed \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExcellent vintage condition. Framed in a contemporary wood frame with an antique gold finish.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Leo Saal (1912-1996)","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42039449845977,"sku":"B5508","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2419\/6295\/products\/B5508_1.jpg?v=1636498600"},{"product_id":"b5492","title":"Modernist Female Portrait \u003cbr\u003e1963 Oil \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e#B5492","description":"\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lostartsalon.com\/collections\/leo-saal\"\u003eLeo Saal\u003c\/a\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis 1963 oil on canvas seated female portrait is by Russian-born artist Leo Saal (1912-1996). Saal was born in Petrograd (now Saint-Petersburg), Russia shortly before the Bolshevik Revolution. He endured three years in The Gulag, and was captured by Germany during WWII. He worked in the circus and theater and was trained in photography and filmmaking. He moved to Washington DC when he was invited to work for the CIA in 1953. Throughout all this, and over six decades, Saal managed to draw, sketch, do printmaking, make collages and paint - often inspired by early references to turn-of-the-century Russian paintings. Recurring themes were frequently related to European history, the circus metaphor, mother and child, and the beach. Saal was primarily self-taught and created thousands of pieces with strong influences from Beckman, Picasso, Manet, Feininger, Velasquez and Goya. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1963 \u003cbr\u003eOil on Canvas \u003cbr\u003e27.25\"x41.25\" framed \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eInitialed and dated lower right. Excellent vintage condition. Framed in a contemporary wood floater frame with a textured gold finish.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Leo Saal (1912-1996)","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42039453417689,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2419\/6295\/products\/B5492_1.jpg?v=1636498791"},{"product_id":"b5192","title":"\u003ci\u003eStreet with Washington Monument\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cbr\u003e1967 Acrylic \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e#B5192","description":"\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lostartsalon.com\/collections\/leo-saal\"\u003eLeo Saal\u003c\/a\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis 1967 acrylic on paper view of the Washington Monument in Washington, DC is by Russian-born artist Leo Saal (1912-1996). Saal was born in Petrograd (now Saint-Petersburg), Russia shortly before the Bolshevik Revolution. He endured three years in The Gulag, and was captured by Germany during WWII. He worked in the circus and theater and was trained in photography and filmmaking. He moved to Washington DC when he was invited to work for the CIA in 1953. Throughout all this, and over six decades, Saal managed to draw, sketch, do printmaking, make collages and paint - often inspired by early references to turn-of-the-century Russian paintings. Recurring themes were frequently related to European history, the circus metaphor, mother and child, and the beach. Saal was primarily self-taught and created thousands of pieces with strong influences from Beckman, Picasso, Manet, Feininger, Velasquez and Goya. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1967 \u003cbr\u003eAcrylic on Paper \u003cbr\u003e30\"x25\" framed, 24\"x18\" unframed \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eInitialed and dated lower right. Excellent vintage condition. Framed in a contemporary wood frame with a textured silver finish using archival matting and spacers behind conservation clear glass.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Leo Saal (1912-1996)","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42039634985177,"sku":"B5192","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2419\/6295\/products\/B5192_1.jpg?v=1636504714"},{"product_id":"b5611","title":"Blue, Yellow Red Chevron Bands \u003cbr\u003e1974 Acrylic on Canvas \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e#B5611","description":"\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lostartsalon.com\/collections\/leo-saal\"\u003eLeo Saal\u003c\/a\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis 1974 acrylic on canvas abstract is by Russian-born artist Leo Saal (1912-1996). Saal was born in Petrograd (now Saint-Petersburg), Russia shortly before the Bolshevik Revolution. He endured three years in The Gulag, and was captured by Germany during WWII. He worked in the circus and theater and was trained in photography and filmmaking. He moved to Washington DC when he was invited to work for the CIA in 1953. Throughout all this, and over six decades, Saal managed to draw, sketch, do printmaking, make collages and paint - often inspired by early references to turn-of-the-century Russian paintings. Recurring themes were frequently related to European history, the circus metaphor, mother and child, and the beach. Saal was primarily self-taught and created thousands of pieces with strong influences from Beckman, Picasso, Manet, Feininger, Velasquez and Goya. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1974 \u003cbr\u003eAcrylic on Canvas \u003cbr\u003e34\"x29\" framed, 33\"x28\" unframed \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGood vintage condition, stains on the middle right and lower left. Framed in a contemporary wood floater frame with a textured black finish around the original metal frame.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Leo Saal (1912-1996)","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42039638032601,"sku":"B5611","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2419\/6295\/products\/B5611_1.jpg?v=1636505792"},{"product_id":"b5194","title":"\u003ci\u003eShip\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cbr\u003e1973 Collage \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e#B5194","description":"\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lostartsalon.com\/collections\/leo-saal\"\u003eLeo Saal\u003c\/a\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis 1973 collage on paper abstract entitled \u003cem\u003eShip\u003c\/em\u003e is by Russian-born artist Leo Saal (1912-1996). Saal was born in Petrograd (now Saint-Petersburg), Russia shortly before the Bolshevik Revolution. He endured three years in The Gulag, and was captured by Germany during WWII. He worked in the circus and theater and was trained in photography and filmmaking. He moved to Washington DC when he was invited to work for the CIA in 1953. Throughout all this, and over six decades, Saal managed to draw, sketch, do printmaking, make collages and paint - often inspired by early references to turn-of-the-century Russian paintings. Recurring themes were frequently related to European history, the circus metaphor, mother and child, and the beach. Saal was primarily self-taught and created thousands of pieces with strong influences from Beckman, Picasso, Manet, Feininger, Velasquez and Goya. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1973 \u003cbr\u003eCollage on Paper \u003cbr\u003e28.25\"x22.75\" framed, 20\"x15\" unframed \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eInitialed lower right. Excellent vintage condition. Framed in a contemporary wide-faced wood frame using archival matting behind conservation clear glass.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Leo Saal (1912-1996)","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42039664640217,"sku":"B5194","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2419\/6295\/products\/B5194_1.jpg?v=1636506455"},{"product_id":"b5180","title":"Abstracted Circus Figure \u003cbr\u003e1974 Collage \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e#B5180","description":"\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lostartsalon.com\/collections\/leo-saal\"\u003eLeo Saal\u003c\/a\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis 1974 collage on paper abstracted figure scene is by Russian-born artist Leo Saal (1912-1996). Saal was born in Petrograd (now Saint-Petersburg), Russia shortly before the Bolshevik Revolution. He endured three years in The Gulag, and was captured by Germany during WWII. He worked in the circus and theater and was trained in photography and filmmaking. He moved to Washington DC when he was invited to work for the CIA in 1953. Throughout all this, and over six decades, Saal managed to draw, sketch, do printmaking, make collages and paint - often inspired by early references to turn-of-the-century Russian paintings. Recurring themes were frequently related to European history, the circus metaphor, mother and child, and the beach. Saal was primarily self-taught and created thousands of pieces with strong influences from Beckman, Picasso, Manet, Feininger, Velasquez and Goya. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1974 \u003cbr\u003eCollage on Paper \u003cbr\u003e12.75\"x18\" framed, 11\"x16\" unframed \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEstate stamped lower right. Excellent vintage condition. Framed in a contemporary maple wood frame using archival matting and spacers behind conservation clear glass.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Leo Saal (1912-1996)","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42039668572377,"sku":"B5180","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2419\/6295\/products\/B5180_1.jpg?v=1636506591"},{"product_id":"b5193","title":"View of the Eiffel Tower \u003cbr\u003e1986 Lithograph \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e#B5193","description":"\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lostartsalon.com\/collections\/leo-saal\"\u003eLeo Saal\u003c\/a\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis 1986 monochrome lithograph on paper Paris city scene is by Russian-born artist Leo Saal (1912-1996). Saal was born in Petrograd (now Saint-Petersburg), Russia shortly before the Bolshevik Revolution. He endured three years in The Gulag, and was captured by Germany during WWII. He worked in the circus and theater and was trained in photography and filmmaking. He moved to Washington DC when he was invited to work for the CIA in 1953. Throughout all this, and over six decades, Saal managed to draw, sketch, do printmaking, make collages and paint - often inspired by early references to turn-of-the-century Russian paintings. Recurring themes were frequently related to European history, the circus metaphor, mother and child, and the beach. Saal was primarily self-taught and created thousands of pieces with strong influences from Beckman, Picasso, Manet, Feininger, Velasquez and Goya. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1986 \u003cbr\u003eLithograph on Paper \u003cbr\u003e19\"x24\" framed, 12.75\"x17.5\" unframed \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eInitialed and dated lower right. Good vintage condition, minor tearing. Framed in a contemporary wood frame with a gold face and black sides using archival linen matting behind conservation clear glass.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Leo Saal (1912-1996)","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42039672340697,"sku":"B5193","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2419\/6295\/products\/B5193_1.jpg?v=1636506796"},{"product_id":"b5164","title":"Circus Performer with Horse \u003cbr\u003e1949 Watercolor \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e#B5164","description":"\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lostartsalon.com\/collections\/leo-saal\"\u003eLeo Saal\u003c\/a\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis 1949 watercolor on paper figure scene with horse is by Russian-born artist Leo Saal (1912-1996). Saal was born in Petrograd (now Saint-Petersburg), Russia shortly before the Bolshevik Revolution. He endured three years in The Gulag, and was captured by Germany during WWII. He worked in the circus and theater and was trained in photography and filmmaking. He moved to Washington DC when he was invited to work for the CIA in 1953. Throughout all this, and over six decades, Saal managed to draw, sketch, do printmaking, make collages and paint - often inspired by early references to turn-of-the-century Russian paintings. Recurring themes were frequently related to European history, the circus metaphor, mother and child, and the beach. Saal was primarily self-taught and created thousands of pieces with strong influences from Beckman, Picasso, Manet, Feininger, Velasquez and Goya. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1949 \u003cbr\u003eWatercolor on Paper \u003cbr\u003e19.5\"x23\" framed, 8\"x12\" unframed \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExcellent vintage condition. Framed in a restored vintage ornate wood frame with a brass finish using archival matting linen behind conservation clear glass.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Leo Saal (1912-1996)","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42039679221977,"sku":"B5164","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2419\/6295\/products\/B5164_1.jpg?v=1636507121"},{"product_id":"b5391","title":"Expressionist Figure Scene \u003cbr\u003e1973 Acrylic on Canvas \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e#B5391","description":"\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lostartsalon.com\/collections\/leo-saal\"\u003eLeo Saal\u003c\/a\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis 1973 acrylic on canvas Abstract Expressionist figure scene is by Russian-born artist Leo Saal (1912-1996). Saal was born in Petrograd (now Saint-Petersburg), Russia shortly before the Bolshevik Revolution. He endured three years in The Gulag, and was captured by Germany during WWII. He worked in the circus and theater and was trained in photography and filmmaking. He moved to Washington DC when he was invited to work for the CIA in 1953. Throughout all this, and over six decades, Saal managed to draw, sketch, do printmaking, make collages and paint - often inspired by early references to turn-of-the-century Russian paintings. Recurring themes were frequently related to European history, the circus metaphor, mother and child, and the beach. Saal was primarily self-taught and created thousands of pieces with strong influences from Beckman, Picasso, Manet, Feininger, Velasquez and Goya. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1973 \u003cbr\u003eAcrylic on Canvas \u003cbr\u003e35.5\"x51.5\" framed, 33.25\"x49.5\" unframed \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eInitialed and dated lower left. Excellent vintage condition. Framed in a contemporary wood floater frame with a gold face and black sides and interior.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Leo Saal (1912-1996)","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42048991625433,"sku":"B5391","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2419\/6295\/products\/B5391_1.jpg?v=1636658570"},{"product_id":"b5183","title":"Landscape Through An Open Window \u003cbr\u003e1986 Etching \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e#B5183","description":"\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lostartsalon.com\/collections\/leo-saal\"\u003eLeo Saal\u003c\/a\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis 1986 etching on paper landscape scene through an open window is by Russian-born artist Leo Saal (1912-1996). Saal was born in Petrograd (now Saint-Petersburg), Russia shortly before the Bolshevik Revolution. He endured three years in The Gulag, and was captured by Germany during WWII. He worked in the circus and theater and was trained in photography and filmmaking. He moved to Washington DC when he was invited to work for the CIA in 1953. Throughout all this, and over six decades, Saal managed to draw, sketch, do printmaking, make collages and paint - often inspired by early references to turn-of-the-century Russian paintings. Recurring themes were frequently related to European history, the circus metaphor, mother and child, and the beach. Saal was primarily self-taught and created thousands of pieces with strong influences from Beckman, Picasso, Manet, Feininger, Velasquez and Goya. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1986 \u003cbr\u003eEtching on Paper \u003cbr\u003e22\"x26.25\" framed, 6\"x8\" unframed \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eInitialed, dated and editioned at the bottom. Excellent vintage condition. Framed in a restored vintage wood frame with a matte gray finish and eggshell center using archival matting behind conservation clear glass.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Leo Saal (1912-1996)","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42144591839449,"sku":"B5183","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2419\/6295\/products\/B5183_1.jpg?v=1638481199"},{"product_id":"b6125","title":"Late 20th Century Torn Paper Collage on Board \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e#B6125","description":"\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lostartsalon.com\/collections\/leo-saal\"\u003eLeo Saal\u003c\/a\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis late 20th century collage on board abstract is by Russian-born artist Leo Saal (1912-1996). Saal was born in Petrograd (now Saint-Petersburg), Russia shortly before the Bolshevik Revolution. He endured three years in The Gulag, and was captured by Germany during WWII. He worked in the circus and theater and was trained in photography and filmmaking. He moved to Washington DC when he was invited to work for the CIA in 1953. Throughout all this, and over six decades, Saal managed to draw, sketch, do printmaking, make collages and paint - often inspired by early references to turn-of-the-century Russian paintings. Recurring themes were frequently related to European history, the circus metaphor, mother and child, and the beach. Saal was primarily self-taught and created thousands of pieces with strong influences from Beckman, Picasso, Manet, Feininger, Velasquez and Goya. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLate 20th Century \u003cbr\u003eCollage on Board \u003cbr\u003e15.5\"x18.5\" framed, 9.5\"x13.75\" unframed \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExcellent vintage condition. Framed in a restored vintage wood frame with a dark stained finish and deep face behind conservation clear glass.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Leo Saal (1912-1996)","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42148227186905,"sku":"B6125","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2419\/6295\/products\/B6125_1.jpg?v=1638567216"},{"product_id":"b6124","title":"Abstracted Circus Figure \u003cbr\u003e1974 Collage \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e#B6124","description":"\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lostartsalon.com\/collections\/leo-saal\"\u003eLeo Saal\u003c\/a\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis 1974 collage on paper abstracted figure scene is by Russian-born artist Leo Saal (1912-1996). Saal was born in Petrograd (now Saint-Petersburg), Russia shortly before the Bolshevik Revolution. He endured three years in The Gulag, and was captured by Germany during WWII. He worked in the circus and theater and was trained in photography and filmmaking. He moved to Washington DC when he was invited to work for the CIA in 1953. Throughout all this, and over six decades, Saal managed to draw, sketch, do printmaking, make collages and paint - often inspired by early references to turn-of-the-century Russian paintings. Recurring themes were frequently related to European history, the circus metaphor, mother and child, and the beach. Saal was primarily self-taught and created thousands of pieces with strong influences from Beckman, Picasso, Manet, Feininger, Velasquez and Goya. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1974 \u003cbr\u003eCollage on Paper \u003cbr\u003e13\"x16\" framed, 9\"x11.5\" unframed \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEstate stamped on the back. Excellent vintage condition. Framed in a restored vintage wood frame with a gold silver finish using archival spacers behind conservation clear glass.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Leo Saal (1912-1996)","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42148265754841,"sku":"B6124","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2419\/6295\/products\/B6124_1.jpg?v=1638567934"},{"product_id":"b6176","title":"1970s Collage on Paper Abstracted Landscape \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e#B6176","description":"\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lostartsalon.com\/collections\/leo-saal\"\u003eLeo Saal\u003c\/a\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis 1970s collage on paper abstracted landscape is by Russian-born artist Leo Saal (1912-1996). Saal was born in Petrograd (now Saint-Petersburg), Russia shortly before the Bolshevik Revolution. He endured three years in The Gulag, and was captured by Germany during WWII. He worked in the circus and theater and was trained in photography and filmmaking. He moved to Washington DC when he was invited to work for the CIA in 1953. Throughout all this, and over six decades, Saal managed to draw, sketch, do printmaking, make collages and paint - often inspired by early references to turn-of-the-century Russian paintings. Recurring themes were frequently related to European history, the circus metaphor, mother and child, and the beach. Saal was primarily self-taught and created thousands of pieces with strong influences from Beckman, Picasso, Manet, Feininger, Velasquez and Goya. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1970s \u003cbr\u003eCollage on Paper \u003cbr\u003e13.25\"x15\" framed, 8.5\"x11.5\" unframed \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEstate stamped lower left. Excellent vintage condition, minor foxing. Framed in a contemporary wood frame with a walnut face and white sides using archival matting behind conservation clear glass.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Leo Saal (1912-1996)","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42148278042841,"sku":"B6176","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2419\/6295\/products\/B6176_1.jpg?v=1638568256"},{"product_id":"b5970","title":"Bold Abstract Collage, 1974 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e#B5970","description":"\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lostartsalon.com\/collections\/leo-saal\"\u003eLeo Saal\u003c\/a\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis 1974 collage on paper abstracted figure scene is by Russian-born artist Leo Saal (1912-1996). Saal was born in Petrograd (now Saint-Petersburg), Russia shortly before the Bolshevik Revolution. He endured three years in The Gulag, and was captured by Germany during WWII. He worked in the circus and theater and was trained in photography and filmmaking. He moved to Washington DC when he was invited to work for the CIA in 1953. Throughout all this, and over six decades, Saal managed to draw, sketch, do printmaking, make collages and paint - often inspired by early references to turn-of-the-century Russian paintings. Recurring themes were frequently related to European history, the circus metaphor, mother and child, and the beach. Saal was primarily self-taught and created thousands of pieces with strong influences from Beckman, Picasso, Manet, Feininger, Velasquez and Goya. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1974 \u003cbr\u003eCollage on Paper \u003cbr\u003e28.75\"x36.75\" framed, 19.5\"x25.5\" unframed \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eInitialed lower right. Excellent vintage condition. Framed in a restored vintage wood frame with a gold silver finish using archival spacers behind conservation clear glass.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Leo Saal (1912-1996)","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42162058035417,"sku":"B5970","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2419\/6295\/products\/B5970_1.jpg?v=1638912679"},{"product_id":"b6294","title":"Minimalist Cool Toned Abstract \u003cbr\u003e1974 Collage \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e#B6294","description":"\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lostartsalon.com\/collections\/leo-saal\"\u003eLeo Saal\u003c\/a\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis 1974 collage on paper abstract is by Russian-born artist Leo Saal (1912-1996). Saal was born in Petrograd (now Saint-Petersburg), Russia shortly before the Bolshevik Revolution. He endured three years in The Gulag, and was captured by Germany during WWII. He worked in the circus and theater and was trained in photography and filmmaking. He moved to Washington DC when he was invited to work for the CIA in 1953. Throughout all this, and over six decades, Saal managed to draw, sketch, do printmaking, make collages and paint - often inspired by early references to turn-of-the-century Russian paintings. Recurring themes were frequently related to European history, the circus metaphor, mother and child, and the beach. Saal was primarily self-taught and created thousands of pieces with strong influences from Beckman, Picasso, Manet, Feininger, Velasquez and Goya. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1974 \u003cbr\u003eCollage on Paper \u003cbr\u003e19.25\"x15.5\" framed, 11.5\"x8.5\" unframed \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExcellent vintage condition, minor foxing throughout. Framed in a restored vintage wood frame with a gold finish and carved center using archival matting behind conservation clear glass.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Leo Saal (1912-1996)","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42197295530201,"sku":"B6294","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2419\/6295\/products\/B6294_1.jpg?v=1639599879"},{"product_id":"b6255","title":"\u003ci\u003eThree Aerialists\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cbr\u003e1984 Oil \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e#B6255","description":"\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lostartsalon.com\/collections\/leo-saal\"\u003eLeo Saal\u003c\/a\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis 1984 oil on canvas circus scene entitled \u003cem\u003eThree Aerialists\u003c\/em\u003e is by Russian-born artist Leo Saal (1912-1996). Saal was born in Petrograd (now Saint-Petersburg), Russia shortly before the Bolshevik Revolution. He endured three years in The Gulag, and was captured by Germany during WWII. He worked in the circus and theater and was trained in photography and filmmaking. He moved to Washington DC when he was invited to work for the CIA in 1953. Throughout all this, and over six decades, Saal managed to draw, sketch, do printmaking, make collages and paint - often inspired by early references to turn-of-the-century Russian paintings. Recurring themes were frequently related to European history, the circus metaphor, mother and child, and the beach. Saal was primarily self-taught and created thousands of pieces with strong influences from Beckman, Picasso, Manet, Feininger, Velasquez and Goya. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1984 \u003cbr\u003eOil on Canvas \u003cbr\u003e39\"x49.75\" framed \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSigned and dated lower right. Excellent vintage condition. Framed with a artist built lath wood frame interior and contemporary wood floater frame with a gold face and black sides exterior.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Leo Saal (1912-1996)","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42197490041049,"sku":"B6255","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2419\/6295\/products\/B6255_1.jpg?v=1639605450"},{"product_id":"b6267","title":"Quiet Hillside Scene \u003cbr\u003e1960-1970s Oil \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e#B6267","description":"\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lostartsalon.com\/collections\/leo-saal\"\u003eLeo Saal\u003c\/a\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis 1960-70s oil on masonite landscape in the San Francisco Bay is by Russian-born artist Leo Saal (1912-1996). Saal was born in Petrograd (now Saint-Petersburg), Russia shortly before the Bolshevik Revolution. He endured three years in The Gulag, and was captured by Germany during WWII. He worked in the circus and theater and was trained in photography and filmmaking. He moved to Washington DC when he was invited to work for the CIA in 1953. Throughout all this, and over six decades, Saal managed to draw, sketch, do printmaking, make collages and paint - often inspired by early references to turn-of-the-century Russian paintings. Recurring themes were frequently related to European history, the circus metaphor, mother and child, and the beach. Saal was primarily self-taught and created thousands of pieces with strong influences from Beckman, Picasso, Manet, Feininger, Velasquez and Goya. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1960-70s \u003cbr\u003eOil on Masonite \u003cbr\u003e25.5\"x28\" framed, 20.25\"x23\" unframed \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExcellent vintage condition. Framed in a restored vintage wood frame with natural finish and cream inlay.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Leo Saal (1912-1996)","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42205296951513,"sku":"B6267","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2419\/6295\/products\/B6267_1.jpg?v=1639787634"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2419\/6295\/collections\/saal.jpg?v=1717105187","url":"https:\/\/lostartsalon.com\/collections\/leo-saal.oembed?page=4","provider":"Lost Art Salon","version":"1.0","type":"link"}