"Opening Ceremonies, XXIII Olympiad 1984" by LeRoy Neiman

To LeRoy Neiman, these ceremonies embodied the spirit of excellence and brotherhood with which the Olympics have been historically identified. This event was certainly a moment to be remembered; with brilliantly colored national flags ringing the stadium, people of all nationalities locked arms and in unison exuberantly responded to the beauty of this Opening Ceremony. it was also a moment in which the pride and honor felt by these young athletes has been dramatically captured by the artist in this image. About five days prior to the opening event, Neiman went to the Coliseum to establish his position and do his preliminary sketched. His was a ‘worm’s eye view,’ looking towards the eternally lit Olympic torch and the main portals of the great arena, which also hosted the 1932 games. Interestingly, this is the only time that an Olympiad has ever been held twice at the same place. Using his artistic license, Neiman has portrayed the Olympic flag-bearer as an ancient Greek athlete. Following him, carrying the American flag is an American woman athlete, resplendent in her red, white and blue Olympic suit, with athletes of other nations marching behind her proudly bearing their colorful national flags.

"Opening Ceremonies, XXIII Olympiad 1984" by LeRoy Neiman. Published in 1984. Limited Edition Serigraph. Dimensions 28 x 42. Signed and numbered by LeRoy Neiman. Magnificently Framed in Gold with linen mat and matching gold filet. This piece is in MINT condition and framed exactly like "American Gold (XXIII Olympiad 1984)" making this a unique opportunity to purchase both of LeRoy's 1984 Olympic pieces framed identically and in mint condition. Current Retail: $9,000.00.

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