A 21st century Venus confronts us in the painting “Modern Venus”, at once strong and sensitive. The kinetic veins in her creatively sculpted head illustrate her  More »

A 21st century Venus confronts us in the painting “Modern Venus”, at once strong and sensitive. The kinetic veins in her creatively sculpted head illustrate her vibrant energy and ability to stand on her own, while fragmented limbs symbolize the Venus' struggle to gain independence. A dark and restless cloud filled setting enhances the bold vitality of this remarkable painting, perhaps serving as a reminder of the chaotic world that is the very backbone of our existence. - (EW.0004) Dimensions: 30" (76.2cm) high x 40" (101.6cm) wide Collection: Contemporary Art Medium: Oil On Canvas   « Less

The rendering of the zodiac in the extraordinary painting entitled zodiac is highlighted with each character's distinctive identity and influence. The Libra figure centers  More »

The rendering of the zodiac in the extraordinary painting entitled zodiac is highlighted with each character's distinctive identity and influence. The Libra figure centers the piece, dramatically demonstrating her inherent need for balance, justice and harmony in all things. This is also the sign of the artist due to the creative qualities inherent in this complex member of the zodiac. Another prominent sign is Cancer, personified here as a Madonna figure, her heavenly appearance emphasizing her nurturing and highly feminine characteristics. The sign of Gemini is also personified as female in this painting, in the form of twins who represent the duality of Gemini. Whereas the female Cancer is portrayed as demure and sublime, the Gemini females are seductive and restless. Yet another sign of the zodiac appears as a bull, representing the powerful sign of Taurus. As our eyes meander through the images in the painting, we see each of the twelve signs, their powerful depictions a clear reminder of the magic, cyclical process by which primordial energy passes from spirit to matter, from the non-formal world to the world of forms and then returning again along that same never-ending spherical path. - (EW.0005) Dimensions: 30" (76.2cm) high x 40" (101.6cm) wide Collection: Contemporary Art Medium: Oil On Panel   « Less

"Frog Kissing Woman" instills an ancient calm to our spirit, as we experience the color gradations of teal blue, tangerine and lemon yellow radiating behind and above a  More »

"Frog Kissing Woman" instills an ancient calm to our spirit, as we experience the color gradations of teal blue, tangerine and lemon yellow radiating behind and above a mountainous background. In the foreground, mythological images beckon us to join their magical world and share in their romping adventure, under the glow of a sunset that has magically appeared as if out of a dream. We see that the subject matter in this painting is highly fanciful as our attention is directed toward an amusing mythological figure who extends his curling tongue toward a princess, tasting her sweetness. Perhaps an approving kiss from the maiden will turn this ugly creature into the long-awaited handsome prince. - (ES.011) Origin: Hungary Circa: 20 th Century AD Dimensions: 28" (71.1cm) high x 23" (58.4cm) wide Collection: Contemporary Art Style: Szasz Medium: Oil On Wood   « Less

"The Proud Warrior", dressed in his armor of feathers and flowers, stares into space with great concentration. He holds a sprig of mistletoe in his hand. A golden butterfly  More »

"The Proud Warrior", dressed in his armor of feathers and flowers, stares into space with great concentration. He holds a sprig of mistletoe in his hand. A golden butterfly has landed on it silently--wanting not to disturb him. His chiseled features do not move. Is he thinking of his lady love, or is he preparing to fight a great battle? Perhaps both. - (ES.012) Dimensions: 16" (40.6cm) high x 22" (55.9cm) wide Collection: Contemporary Art Medium: Enamel On Porcelain   « Less

With eyes as wise as time, Endre Szasz’s "High Priest" gazes inward, his meditative thoughts known only to himself. A wispy white beard meanders softly down the  More »

With eyes as wise as time, Endre Szasz’s "High Priest" gazes inward, his meditative thoughts known only to himself. A wispy white beard meanders softly down the priest's face and shoulders, the rhythmic patterns of hair imaginatively imitated in the painting's undulating background designs. Atop the priest's head rests a large cap adorned with a brilliant garnet. A favored gem during the European dark ages and medieval times, the legendary garnet is reputed to have been the only source of light on Noah’s ark. How apropos then, that this venerable priest should wear a cherished gemstone of such Biblical distinction. - (ES.013) Dimensions: 21" (53.3cm) high x 15" (38.1cm) wide Collection: Contemporary Art Medium: Enamel On Porcelain   « Less

“Maid and Owl Helmet” is the stunning portrayal of a young, beautiful woman and ancient, mythological symbolism. The artist's soft delicate rendering of the woman  More »

“Maid and Owl Helmet” is the stunning portrayal of a young, beautiful woman and ancient, mythological symbolism. The artist's soft delicate rendering of the woman emphasizes an inner peace and serenity, while her dramatic avian helmet brings to mind other inherent qualities, buried deep within ancient symbolism. The majestic and haunting owl image atop the woman's head hearkens us back to ancient Greek mythology, as we are reminded of the deity Athena, the great goddess of wisdom--for one of Athena’s attributes was, in fact, this wise old nocturnal animal. Just as Athena was portrayed as a helmeted goddess, so this captivating woman appears before us, her extraordinary helmet and ethereal face compelling us to seek the age-old wisdom of the gods of the distant past. - (ES.014) Dimensions: 20" (50.8cm) high x 20" (50.8cm) wide Collection: Contemporary Art Medium: Oil On Lucite   « Less

These are the poetic words of the 15th century French poet François Villon, an alluring character who lived during the waning years of the middle ages. His vagabond life  More »

These are the poetic words of the 15th century French poet François Villon, an alluring character who lived during the waning years of the middle ages. His vagabond life style amongst the outcasts of Paris matched his novel poetic style, for he wrote both satirically and seriously about the earthiness and ribaldry of his time, mingling his poetic words with the restless individuality of the coming renaissance. Jailed often and once even condemned to death, only to be pardoned at the last minute, the character of Villon is a remarkable reflection of Europe during this fascinating period in history. In Endre Szasz’s' portrayal of François Villon in the painting Villon figure with vertical waves we see the intriguing figure of Villon emerge through the character's pensive eyes and aged facial features, a soft light illuminating his expressive face. Undulating waves fill the background of the painting, reflecting the many movements of thought that sway through the mind of this prophetic man. The contrasting light and shadow in the painting reminds us of the two sides of man that Villon explored, the good and the evil. Villon examined both in his writing. Szasz gives expression to both in his painting. - (ES.015) Dimensions: 15" (38.1cm) high x 21" (53.3cm) wide Collection: Contemporary Art Medium: Enamel On Porcelain   « Less

A multitude of blue tones like those of an undulating sea captivate our visual imagination in youth. While background waves gently dance across the surface, interrupted only  More »

A multitude of blue tones like those of an undulating sea captivate our visual imagination in youth. While background waves gently dance across the surface, interrupted only by softly encroaching formations of gold, our attention is nevertheless drawn to the figure in the painting's foreground. Here we observe a young man's distinctive face softly highlighted by a distant light source. His striking visage is framed by long, wispy locks of hair and a stunning hat, whose feathers and pearls radiate like the myriad rays of the sun. The luminous pearls on the hat may very well represent for the youth one of the eight common emblems of Chinese tradition, namely the symbol for genius in obscurity, for, in the words of Lao-Tse, "the chosen one wears coarse garments, but in his breast he hides a precious stone", alluding to the pearl hidden within the oyster...the prince hidden within the common young man. - (ES.016) Dimensions: 17" (43.2cm) high x 22" (55.9cm) wide Collection: Contemporary Art Medium: Enamel On Porcelain   « Less

Dressed in a coat, bow tie and derby hat, the man portrayed in Endre Szasz’s "The Bourgeois" attempts to conceal his middle class roots through his fancy attire. One  More »

Dressed in a coat, bow tie and derby hat, the man portrayed in Endre Szasz’s "The Bourgeois" attempts to conceal his middle class roots through his fancy attire. One look at his face, however, reveals bourgeois eyes that only address the earthly concerns of materialism, involvements that breed distrust and perhaps even dishonesty. Wild and mysterious patterns and images in the painting surround the man and adorn his clothing. A crouching, horned beast covers the front of the man's hat, representing the greedy and mischievous thoughts that lurk within the mind of this interesting figure. In this extraordinary painting the artist has clearly captured the dichotomy that exists between an elegant and refined veneer, and the true bourgeois man who resides within. - (ES.017) Dimensions: 18" (45.7cm) high x 26" (66.0cm) wide Collection: Contemporary Art Medium: Enamel On Porcelain   « Less

In the paintings “The Baroque Couple”, the busts of a beautiful woman and princely man are rendered, each character facing the other in a stately pose. Here we  More »

In the paintings “The Baroque Couple”, the busts of a beautiful woman and princely man are rendered, each character facing the other in a stately pose. Here we see the woman, adorned with a delicate strand of pearls, the softly illuminated orbs framing the woman's gentle face. Strung together, these luminous pearls not only confirm the beauty of this baroque woman's soul, but also represent the unity and harmony of her tranquil spirit. - (ES.018) Dimensions: 12" (30.5cm) high x 12" (30.5cm) wide Collection: Contemporary Art Medium: Oil On Wood   « Less