Lennart Anderson's 1961-1964 painting 'Nude' acquired by Brooklyn Museum

The Brooklyn Museum acquired Lennart Anderson's oil painting 'Nude' (1961-1964) through the John B. Woodward Memorial Fund. Measuring 58-1/2 by 50 inches, the work entered the museum's collection with accession number 66.84. Anderson created this substantial canvas over a three-year period in the early 1960s. The acquisition was documented on October 28, 2015, when artcritical published information about the painting. Scott Noel wrote about Anderson's work in the original article that featured this acquisition announcement. The painting represents a significant addition to the museum's holdings of mid-20th century American figurative art. Anderson's work demonstrates his commitment to traditional painting techniques during a period of increasing abstraction in American art. The John B. Woodward Memorial Fund provided the financial support for this acquisition, continuing its mission of expanding the museum's collection.