1932–2018
Born in Leningrad, U.S.S.R., in 1932, Erik Freyman later emigrated to the United States, where he developed a distinctive style that bridged two iconic periods of modern art: the sleek sophistication of 1930s Art Deco and the elegance of 1950s design.
Freyman’s figures—elegant, sensual, and enigmatic—inhabit refined urban settings: cafés, theaters, lounges, and stylish public spaces. They radiate glamour, mystery, and sophistication, at times playful and humorous, at others aloof and secretive.
A master of the airbrush technique, Freyman created limited editions that were simultaneously multiple and unique. Each work was signed and numbered, yet hand-finished individually by the artist, with subtle variations in patterns, textures, and tonalities, making every piece distinct.
His art reflects the Cubist influences that shaped much of Art Deco. Crisp lines and fluid contours emerge from flat planes, while a subdued palette of greys and pinks contrasts with the bold graphic structure, lending his compositions a refined dynamism.
Over his long career, Freyman exhibited widely across the United States and abroad. His works, celebrated for their technical mastery and glamorous aesthetic, remain sought after by collectors worldwide. He passed away in 2018, leaving behind a legacy that unites the optimism of early modernism with a timeless sense of elegance.
