Diya James - Bobbie Burton
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Original life-size oil portrait Bobbie Burton by Diya James, executed in realism on linen (50 × 40 cm), signed and in excellent condition, originating from the United Kingdom.
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Bobbie Burton is a life size portrait sketch portraying the painter and saxophonist with remarkable psychological presence. Executed in oil on linen, the composition captures a fleeting moment of quiet attention, the subtle tilt of the head suggesting an awareness of something beyond the picture plane, as though listening to a sound unheard by the viewer.
Working with restrained colour and economical brushwork, Diya James allows character to emerge through careful observation rather than excessive detail. The warm, subdued background enhances the sitter's contemplative expression, while the direct modelling of the face creates an intimate connection between subject and viewer.
The painting reflects the artist's commitment to painting from life, preserving the immediacy and vitality that only direct observation can achieve.
Executed in oil on linen.
50 × 40 cm.
Life size portrait sketch of painter and saxophonist Bobbie Burton.
The work is offered rolled, allowing collectors the opportunity to frame and stretch the canvas according to their own preferences.
International shipments may be subject to customs duties and import taxes, which are determined by local authorities and are the responsibility of the buyer.
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About the artist:
Diya James is a contemporary realist portrait painter and draughtsman whose practice is rooted in the traditions of classical atelier training. Educated at the renowned Charles Cecil Studios in Florence, Italy, James developed a rigorous approach to painting directly from life, specialising in portraiture executed at life scale.
Drawing inspiration from the enduring legacy of classical sculpture and the dramatic naturalism of Baroque painting, James combines technical precision with a sensitive psychological approach to representation. His work explores the timeless relationship between artist and sitter, balancing disciplined observation with an intimate understanding of character and presence.
Alongside his personal practice, James teaches portrait painting, continuing the atelier tradition of passing technical knowledge from one generation of artists to the next. He also undertakes private portrait commissions, producing works distinguished by their quiet realism, refined craftsmanship and enduring sense of humanity.
Diya James is represented by Havisham & Co., where his paintings are introduced to collectors through curated sales and selected auction placements.
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Havisham & Co.
Havisham & Co. is a London-based fine art agency representing contemporary artists whose work engages with heritage, symbolism, and classical craftsmanship. The agency facilitates the placement of original artworks through curated sales, private transactions, and selected international auction platforms.
Instagram: @havishamco
Website: www.havishamco.com
Email: info@havishamco.com
Seller's Story
Havisham & Co. was founded on the belief that contemporary art can still carry a sense of heritage. Working from London, we collaborate closely with a small group of artists whose practices are informed by classical balance, symbolism, and material depth. Havisham & Co. was founded on the belief that contemporary art can still carry a sense of heritage. Working from London, we collaborate closely with a small group of artists whose practices are informed by classical balance, symbolism, and material depth.
Instagram: havishamco
Bobbie Burton is a life size portrait sketch portraying the painter and saxophonist with remarkable psychological presence. Executed in oil on linen, the composition captures a fleeting moment of quiet attention, the subtle tilt of the head suggesting an awareness of something beyond the picture plane, as though listening to a sound unheard by the viewer.
Working with restrained colour and economical brushwork, Diya James allows character to emerge through careful observation rather than excessive detail. The warm, subdued background enhances the sitter's contemplative expression, while the direct modelling of the face creates an intimate connection between subject and viewer.
The painting reflects the artist's commitment to painting from life, preserving the immediacy and vitality that only direct observation can achieve.
Executed in oil on linen.
50 × 40 cm.
Life size portrait sketch of painter and saxophonist Bobbie Burton.
The work is offered rolled, allowing collectors the opportunity to frame and stretch the canvas according to their own preferences.
International shipments may be subject to customs duties and import taxes, which are determined by local authorities and are the responsibility of the buyer.
⸻
About the artist:
Diya James is a contemporary realist portrait painter and draughtsman whose practice is rooted in the traditions of classical atelier training. Educated at the renowned Charles Cecil Studios in Florence, Italy, James developed a rigorous approach to painting directly from life, specialising in portraiture executed at life scale.
Drawing inspiration from the enduring legacy of classical sculpture and the dramatic naturalism of Baroque painting, James combines technical precision with a sensitive psychological approach to representation. His work explores the timeless relationship between artist and sitter, balancing disciplined observation with an intimate understanding of character and presence.
Alongside his personal practice, James teaches portrait painting, continuing the atelier tradition of passing technical knowledge from one generation of artists to the next. He also undertakes private portrait commissions, producing works distinguished by their quiet realism, refined craftsmanship and enduring sense of humanity.
Diya James is represented by Havisham & Co., where his paintings are introduced to collectors through curated sales and selected auction placements.
⸻
Havisham & Co.
Havisham & Co. is a London-based fine art agency representing contemporary artists whose work engages with heritage, symbolism, and classical craftsmanship. The agency facilitates the placement of original artworks through curated sales, private transactions, and selected international auction platforms.
Instagram: @havishamco
Website: www.havishamco.com
Email: info@havishamco.com
Seller's Story
Havisham & Co. was founded on the belief that contemporary art can still carry a sense of heritage. Working from London, we collaborate closely with a small group of artists whose practices are informed by classical balance, symbolism, and material depth. Havisham & Co. was founded on the belief that contemporary art can still carry a sense of heritage. Working from London, we collaborate closely with a small group of artists whose practices are informed by classical balance, symbolism, and material depth.
Instagram: havishamco
Details
Artist
Diya James
Sold with frame
No
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Edition
Original
Title of artwork
Bobbie Burton
Technique
Oil painting
Signature
Signed
Country of origin
United Kingdom
Condition
Excellent condition
Height
50 cm
Width
40 cm
Depiction/theme
Portrait
Style
Realism
Period
2020+
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