John Koch, American, 1909 to 1978, oil painting on artist board, Portrait of a Susie, 1956. Signed and dated, lower left. Framed. Inscribed, Susie by John Koch, on the backside. John Koch was an American painter and teacher, and an important figure in 20th century Realism. He is best known for his light filled paintings of urban interiors, often featuring classical allusions, many set in his own Manhattan apartment. His work is in the collections of prominent American museums, including the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Smithsonian American Art Museum, the Whitney Museum of American Art, the Brooklyn Museum, the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, and many others. Mid 20th century Modern American Fine Art, Female Portrait Oil Paintings, Wall Art, and Collectibles. One of a kind artwork.