"The Embrace" is a charcoal drawing on paper whose source is a still from a 1964 French film entitled "Le Peau douce" (The Soft Skin) by Truffaut. The film deals with infidelity, conflict and ultimately revenge. A pivotal moment is captured in this piece by Olexander. It is an attempt at reconciliation between the main character Pierre Lachenay, a successful writer and director of a literary magazine, and his wife. 26" l. x 19" w. framed. Canadian, 2010
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