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What is a diptych in art?
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A diptych is a piece of art, either painting or relief, made up of two parts connected by hinges so they can be closed like a book. Diptychs are small in size, often used as an altarpiece for private prayers.
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
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Walk on the Wild Side (Diptych)
By Larry Hill Art
Located in Fresno, CA
a long time and have given much thought to today’s art market. I agree with art critic Kenneth
Category
2010s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil, Acrylic
Modern Pop Art Egyptian Mummy Diptych
By Gary Ermoloff
Located in Soquel, CA
Modern pop art diptych with an Egyptian theme by Gary Ermoloff (American, b. 1949). Unsigned, but
Category
Late 20th Century Pop Art Figurative Paintings
Materials
Acrylic, Postcard
'Blue Diptych' Geometric Wall Art
By Janet Sherman
Located in Rye, NY
"Blue Diptych" is a wall sculpture made of paper, paint and resin with a wide range of colors, no
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Mixed Media
Materials
Resin, Paint, Paper
'Red Diptych' Geometric Wall Art
By Janet Sherman
Located in Rye, NY
"Red Diptych" is a wall sculpture made of paper, paint and resin with a wide range of colors, no
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Mixed Media
Materials
Resin, Paint, Paper
Pop Art Male Diptych Silkscreen Portrait
Located in Soquel, CA
Wonderful diptych silkscreen of man in yellow and red by unknown artist, circa 2000. Unsigned
Category
Early 2000s Pop Art Portrait Prints
Materials
Ink, Paper
Diptych 2
By RETNA
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
hypothetically vocalize significances deemed important enough to manifest into works of art.
The artist uses a
Category
2010s Contemporary Paintings
Materials
Acrylic
