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Naohiko Inukai
Green Square No. 4

1966

$8,000
£6,061.52
€6,955.11
CA$11,257.29
A$12,374.86
CHF 6,503.66
MX$150,275.87
NOK 81,131.51
SEK 76,866.40
DKK 51,907.75

About the Item

In 1968, a review in the New York Times referred to Inukai’s paintings as “Very pure”. This fresh, graphic work features a single color with bands around the edges that are truly intriguing – especially when seen up close. During the 1960s, the artist was exploring the boundaries of color, structure, and minimalist formalism. In the minimalist canon of work, this canvas is a great example of the exploration of this movement. It is in its original condition and the frame is original and can be refurbished. The black paint on the frame and the edges of the frame have seen wear. However, it is an opportunity to finalize details of the frame or new frame to best fit an interior. This work is priced with this in mind! Canvas inside the frame measures basically 40 x 40 inches Signed: on the stretcher and titled and No 4 and dated 1966 Inukai’s use of acrylic on canvas allowed for a flat, uninterrupted color field which was central to hard-edge painting and the emphasis on the clean transition between hues and geometric sections. Green Square No. 4 is a significant example of Naohiko Inukai’s hard-edge abstraction from this period. Inukai’s art bridges Eastern and Western sensibilities, with his abstract painting embodying both the cosmopolitan energy of New York and the nuanced, contemplative qualities of Tokyo life. His career trajectory, moving between these cities, enabled a fusion that is evident in his visual language and approach to composition. While one work is highly effective and commanding, we share that the grouping of all four (Light Green, Blue, Blue Square No. 3) works creates a great visual impact.
  • Creator:
    Naohiko Inukai (1937, Japanese)
  • Creation Year:
    1966
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 42 in (106.68 cm)Width: 42 in (106.68 cm)Depth: 3 in (7.62 cm)
  • Medium:
  • Movement & Style:
  • Period:
  • Condition:
    All original. Maybe ephemeral dirt or imperfection but canvas appears fine! Frame has wear and need replacing or restoration.
  • Gallery Location:
    New York, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1413216845042

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