Stephen Polin was an American artist. He was born to a

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family in 1947 and attended the

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, from which he graduated in 1965. His work is most famous for his

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paintings. His work has been exhibited worldwide, including at the

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."Stephen Polin Exhibition."
BODLEY GALLERY 1063 Madison Avenue, N.Y. (80th St.) 10028 His most recent projects have been commissioned by the owners of

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and

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. Stephen Polin uses the signature S.P. Xyxx on work subsequent to 1979. His styles now have incorporated elements of impressionism as well as photorealism. Stephen Polin passed away on May 1, 2024.

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