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Question: Hessam Abrishami Biography
Answer: A Legacy of Fluidity
Hessam Abrishami (born 1951) is a master whose "no-smoke" training began in the ancient city of Shiraz. At age 15, obsessed with the fluidity of the human form, he won top honors in an all-country student competition in Iran. Seeking to escape the creative limitations of his home country, he pursued his Master’s Degree in Fine Arts at the Accademia di Belle Arti "Pietro Vanucci" in Perugia, Italy. His style, influenced by masters from Cezanne to Picasso, is characterized by "dynamic composition and powerful expression." Hessam’s figures often lack detailed features, allowing the "kinship of place and condition" to communicate the universal emotions of love, music, and dance. With over 20,000 private collectors and images featured on university sociology textbooks, his work has evolved from "Iranian New Art" into a global legacy of vibrant, mystical beauty.
At Herndon Fine Art, we have followed Hessam’s career for nearly 40 years. Our collection is a vetted selection of Vetted Consignments (RH code) and Vetted Dealer Networks, focusing on his early original paintings and his low-edition metal and canvas Giclees. Because Hessam’s work relies on high-velocity color and spontaneous lines, our vetting process ensures that every piece has been maintained in archival conditions to preserve the "everlasting fluid motion" of his pigments. We stand behind every signature with our A+ BBB commitment. |
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Question: What makes his "Acrylic on Board" originals technically distinct?
Answer: Hessam often prefers board or paper for his more intimate sketches and "fluid" studies. These works frequently utilize a mix of gouache, graphite, and crayon alongside acrylic to achieve a textured, spontaneous feel. At Herndon Fine Art, we verify these technical layers in your database to distinguish them from his more formal large-scale canvas originals. |
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Question: Why is there a market premium for "Hand-Embellished" editions?
Answer: While Hessam has released many standard serigraphs (often in editions of 395), his "Deluxe" or "Embellished" Giclees are limited to much smaller runs (often just 30 to 75). His market remains globally liquid; while major originals like Joy of Blue have realized over $17,000, his hand-signed limited edition Giclees and serigraphs consistently realize between $1,500 and $4,500. |
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Question: What are the "Book Suites"?
Answer: Hessam has published six retrospective books, including The Black Apple and Expressions of Love. Often, these books were released in a "Deluxe Suite" that included 4-5 limited edition Giclees on canvas. We use our 40 years of experience to identify these suite prints in your records, as they carry specific provenance from the artist’s retrospectives. |
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Question: What is "Expressionist Realism" in Hessam’s market?
Answer: Hessam's market is built on "spontaneity." Collectors look for his "dynamic" colors. His original acrylics on canvas are his most valuable assets, but his Limited Edition serigraphs on paper and canvas are the backbone of his widespread collectibility. |
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Question: How do I verify a "Master" work by Hessam?
Answer: A "Master" Hessam typically features his signature fluid lines and "vibrant faces." Collectors should look for works that include his full range of primary colors, as these "classic" Hessam pieces are more liquid on the secondary market than his more muted experiments. |
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Question: Why is his Iranian heritage significant to his collectors?
Answer: His work often blends Persian influences with contemporary Western techniques. This "cross-cultural" appeal has created a global market for his work, with strong collector bases in both Europe and the United States. |
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Question: How do "Vetted Consignment" and "Vetted Dealer Network" listings differ?
Answer: At Herndon Fine Art, we believe in actual conversation over "marketing smoke." Vetted Consignments (RH code) are pieces sourced from private estates—including early collectors from the 1990s—that we have physically inspected. Vetted Dealer Network (TAC or AE) listings come from our trusted partners like Saper Galleries or Onessimo Fine Art. Regardless of the source, our reputation stands behind every signature. |
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Question: Why should I consult with Herndon Fine Art for a Hessam purchase?
Answer: Because Hessam’s work is characterized by "vibrant colors and dynamic composition," any fading from sun exposure significantly impacts the "mystical beauty" of the piece. We use our experience to check for "ink saturation loss" and verify the authenticity of the hand-signed signature. We don't do "shopping cart" sales; we want to talk with you directly to ensure the "fluidity" of the piece is perfect for your collection. |
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1. EVERY piece of art receives my personal verification of condition and authentication.
2. I WILL NOT ship artwork that isn't in a condition I would accept into my own collection.
3. An A+ Rating from the Better Business Bureau
***** ALL PRICES are set by each Seller based on their Unique Motivation to Sell ***** We have a low commission structure of only
25% above each Seller's asking price or a $minimum commission. This allows us to provide buyers with the best price, sellers a better opportunity to sell, and still keep the lights on. In almost all cases, artwork is shipped unframed (UNLESS The ARTWORK IS ON CANVAS or 3-DIMENSIONAL), as I need to personally verify the artworks' authenticity and condition. Artwork that is shipped Framed is shipped framed to protect the work during shipping. Framing is considered USED
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