Raffaele Palmieri (1988) - John Doe 3
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John Doe 3 is an original oil painting by Raffaele Palmieri (born 1988), a portrait in an expressionist style, created in the United Kingdom in 2026, signed and in excellent condition, measuring 41 cm by 30 cm.
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John Doe 3 presents the human figure in a moment of quiet introspection. Seated against an indistinct interior, the subject turns his gaze away from the viewer, creating a sense of psychological distance and private contemplation.
Palmieri builds the composition through a restrained palette of ochre, umber, muted green and warm flesh tones. Broad, expressive brushwork allows the figure and surrounding space to emerge simultaneously from the surface, with areas of definition giving way to passages of looseness and abstraction.
The painting’s intimacy lies in its refusal of theatricality. There is no explicit narrative, only the presence of a solitary figure absorbed in an interior moment. The result is a study of stillness, observation and the quiet complexity of the human subject.
John Doe 3 belongs to Palmieri’s continuing exploration of portraiture and the figure, where painterly gesture and psychological presence remain closely intertwined.
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Originally trained in architecture and interior design, Palmieri brings a unique sensitivity to painting, where structure gives way to intuition. Working exclusively in oil, he builds and disrupts his surfaces with natural pigments, revealing hidden layers that mirror the complexity of memory, identity and the subconscious.
Entirely self taught, his work quickly attracted critical attention, culminating in his selection for the Royal Institute of Oil Painters Annual Exhibition at the Mall Galleries in London just eight months after beginning his painting practice.
His portraits occupy a compelling space between observation and psychological enquiry, where each brushstroke becomes part of an evolving conversation between material, emotion and the human condition.
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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
John Doe 3 presents the human figure in a moment of quiet introspection. Seated against an indistinct interior, the subject turns his gaze away from the viewer, creating a sense of psychological distance and private contemplation.
Palmieri builds the composition through a restrained palette of ochre, umber, muted green and warm flesh tones. Broad, expressive brushwork allows the figure and surrounding space to emerge simultaneously from the surface, with areas of definition giving way to passages of looseness and abstraction.
The painting’s intimacy lies in its refusal of theatricality. There is no explicit narrative, only the presence of a solitary figure absorbed in an interior moment. The result is a study of stillness, observation and the quiet complexity of the human subject.
John Doe 3 belongs to Palmieri’s continuing exploration of portraiture and the figure, where painterly gesture and psychological presence remain closely intertwined.
—
Originally trained in architecture and interior design, Palmieri brings a unique sensitivity to painting, where structure gives way to intuition. Working exclusively in oil, he builds and disrupts his surfaces with natural pigments, revealing hidden layers that mirror the complexity of memory, identity and the subconscious.
Entirely self taught, his work quickly attracted critical attention, culminating in his selection for the Royal Institute of Oil Painters Annual Exhibition at the Mall Galleries in London just eight months after beginning his painting practice.
His portraits occupy a compelling space between observation and psychological enquiry, where each brushstroke becomes part of an evolving conversation between material, emotion and the human condition.
⸻
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
International shipments may be subject to customs duties and import taxes, which are determined by local authorities and are the responsibility of the buyer.
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
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Artist
Raffaele Palmieri (1988)
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Edition
Original
Title of artwork
John Doe 3
Technique
Oil painting
Signature
Signed
Country of origin
United Kingdom
Year
2026
Condition
Excellent condition
Height
41 cm
Width
30 cm
Depiction/theme
Portrait
Style
Expressionism
Period
2020+
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