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Edward Marecak
Edward Marecak Abstract Painting – The Garden, 1960s Mixed Media on Paper

1965

$3,450
£2,694.72
€3,054.79
CA$4,945.96
A$5,425.45
CHF 2,838.68
MX$64,573.65
NOK 35,854.25
SEK 33,631.93
DKK 22,814.89

About the Item

“The Garden” is a striking, original 1960s abstract mixed media artwork by celebrated American artist Edward Marecak (1919–1993). Created using burnished crayon and acrylic on paper, this richly layered piece showcases Marecak’s signature style—merging expressive color with symbolic abstraction. Set against a vivid palette of yellow, pink, and blue, the composition pulses with rhythm and texture, drawing from Slavic folklore, Greek mythology, and surrealist influence. The result is a deeply personal and imaginative vision that invites contemplation and interpretation. Professionally framed using archival materials, this work is protected and display-ready with outer dimensions of 32 x 25 ¾ x ¾ inches, and an image size of 23 ½ x 17 ½ inches. It remains in very good vintage condition. Please contact us for a full condition report. Medium: Burnished crayon and acrylic on paper Framing: Custom archival frame Provenance: Estate of the artist, Edward Marecak About Edward Marecak (1919–1993) Born to Slovak immigrant parents and raised near Cleveland, Ohio, Edward Marecak was a deeply imaginative artist whose early interest in storytelling and folk art shaped his creative path. He studied at the Cleveland Institute of Art, Cranbrook Academy of Art, and the Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center, where his work evolved into a fusion of abstract, mythological, and folk-inspired themes. Marecak’s paintings often feature symbolic characters, dreamlike settings, and intricate designs. Though he seldom exhibited publicly, his art is held in esteemed institutions including the Denver Art Museum, Kirkland Museum of Fine & Decorative Art, and Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center. “The Garden” is a vibrant and emotionally resonant piece that exemplifies Marecak’s talent for merging narrative and abstraction. It’s a compelling addition to any collection of mid-century modern, surrealist, or folklore-inspired art, and a unique opportunity to own an artwork by a visionary American painter.
  • Creator:
    Edward Marecak (1919 - 1993)
  • Creation Year:
    1965
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 32 in (81.28 cm)Width: 25.75 in (65.41 cm)Depth: 0.75 in (1.91 cm)
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  • Movement & Style:
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  • Framing:
    Frame Included
    Framing Options Available
  • Condition:
    Painting is clean and in very good vintage condition - please contact us for a complete condition report.
  • Gallery Location:
    Denver, CO
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 260761stDibs: LU2739872432

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