Edward Zutrau

"Polynesian Image" Edward Zutrau, 1960 Intense Color Abstract Expressionist Work

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Edward Zutrau Kamakura, 5/19/1963 Signed, dated and titled on verso Oil on linen 38 1/2 x 51 inches Edward Zutrau is among the American artists who worked within the whirlwind of d...

Edward Zutrau Untitled, 2/17/1963 Signed and dated on verso Oil on linen 25 1/2 x 21 inches Edward Zutrau is among the American artists who worked within the whirlwind of diverse a...

Edward Zutrau Kamakura, 4/19/1963 Signed, tiled and dated on verso Oil on linen 38 1/2 x 51 inches Edward Zutrau is among the American artists who worked within the whirlwind of di...

Edward Zutrau Untitled, 1960 Oil on linen 51 1/2 x 38 1/4 inches Edward Zutrau is among the American artists who worked within the whirlwind of diverse abstraction that blossomed i...

"Patio Lesson" is an vibrant still life painting of large tulips in a ceramic vase, a pianist sitting atop a stool, and a distant landscape of trees on a hill, in the background. ...

In a natural progression of his now-famous Waterlily Series, Yektai created Cobalt Lilies, which straddles the present and some otherworldly dimension. Like the deep-blue matte plast...

A rare small painting from contemporary Abstract Expressionist, Darius Yektai. Although titled "pink flowers" the hue of the painting is really more peach, or a light orange. A patte...

In this affecting composition, Yektai combines the dynamism of the abstract expressionist style with the soft, meditative qualities of Monet's waterlilies. Yektai first paints the canvas with loose strokes of rich deep greens. A pinkish red abstract form takes center stage - ang highlights of yellow flank the edges. Then he pours a clear-grade liquid resin onto the painted canvas and lets it harden into a glassy surface. Finally, he uses linear brushstrokes connecting colors into forms, in the typical impressionist style. Yektai varies the volume in which he applies paint, from thin and dry to sopping wet and thick. This process allows for a more three-dimensional experience of the painting. One can see through layers which build-up to create the flurry of brushstrokes. The reflective surface makes space for the viewer to see themselves in the painting, looking back at them. A contemporary notion. Framed dimensions: 29 x 23 inches Artist Bio Darius Yektai was born in Southampton NY, in 1973. He lives and works out of his home and studio in Sag Harbor. He grew up in a cultural home of art and artists, with his Greek-American Mother, and his Father, Manoucher Yektai...