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3rd Version (Ben Patterson)
"Masks We Wear, Overtaking the Past" - Oil painting, Masked Coyote and Bird

2022

$2,500
£1,904.62
€2,196.10
CA$3,498.70
A$3,909.21
CHF 2,044.95
MX$47,939.49
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SEK 24,778.74
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3rd Version's (Ben Patterson) "Masks We Wear, Overtaking the Past" is a 2022 oil on masonite panel measuring 24 x 36 x 0.5 inches, with a framed size of 25 x 37 inches. The painting is presented in a wood frame and is ready to hang. This desert-inspired work features a realistically rendered coyote standing tall on a rock, cloaked in a soft brown stitched hood that mimics its own head, gazing into the distance. A helmeted quail stands nearby among desert flora, including prickly pear and barrel cacti, adding an additional layer of narrative curiosity. Set against a backdrop of striated mesas and a bold blue sky, the work merges realism with whimsical invention. The crisp contours, hyper-clean palette, and visual storytelling are emblematic of Patterson’s unique style. Through elements like the animal disguises, he evokes themes of identity, transformation, and symbolic confrontation with history. "Overtaking the Past" places the viewer in a vividly imagined Southwest—a place where creatures wear their intentions, histories, or fantasies as garments. The sharply defined forms and finely textured fur contrast beautifully with the stylized background, offering collectors a thought-provoking and visually engaging piece.
  • Creator:
    3rd Version (Ben Patterson)
  • Creation Year:
    2022
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 24 in (60.96 cm)Width: 36 in (91.44 cm)
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  • Gallery Location:
    Denver, CO
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1308214431962

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