Girl on Bed, litho circa 1970, signed in the plate. Born in Borisoglebsk, Russia in 1899, Raphael Soyer is identified as a Social Realist painter because of his interest in common folk, although he avoided subjects that were particularly critical of society. His subjects were portrayed with strong, flat colors, which evoked a sense of isolation. Common themes were intimate studies of solitary women, often nudes, and portraits of fellow artists, reflecting his great affection and admiration for them. Overall size: 22 1/2 x 19 in. Sight size: 11 x 8 1/2 in.