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Derek Overfield
Nemo propheta in patria, Painting, Acrylic on Canvas

2021

$2,045
£1,549.08
€1,787.21
CA$2,867.33
A$3,196.31
CHF 1,682.33
MX$38,748.24
NOK 21,419.25
SEK 19,914.72
DKK 13,339.33

About the Item

Title: "Nemo propheta in patria" Artist: Derek Overfield Mixed-media painting on natural canvas, inspired by the marble portraits of ancient Rome. The title of this large painting, "Nemo propheta in patria," is a Latin phrase that translates in English as: No man is a prophet in his own land. Above is a semi-abstract figurative work done from life. The work is completed using a subtractive/additive method utilizing latex paint and graphite. The piece is sold unstretched. It can be restretched either inexpensively at a frame shop or DIY and presented in a gallery wrap style. It ships in a sturdy tube, rolled. Statement "and around his head the fair goddess set thick a golden cloud, and forth from the man made blaze a gleaming fire there he stood and shouted and when they heard the brazen voice of the son of Aeacus the hearts of all were dismayed." - Homer, The Iliad My work is influenced by the classical and the romantic, the archaic and the modern - and strives for the monumental, divine and quietly brutal. Through paint and line I seek to capture the light of existence, that "gleaming fire", as well as to portray its gravity. I strive to celebrate the figure, its mysterious power and charisma. Like a purging fire, I hope to burn away the ornament, the unnecessary, in order to expose the purity beneath. :: Painting :: Classical :: This piece comes with an official certificate of authenticity signed by the artist :: Ready to Hang: No :: Signed: Yes :: Signature Location: Back lower right :: Canvas :: Portrait :: Original :: Framed: No
  • Creator:
    Derek Overfield (American)
  • Creation Year:
    2021
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 60 in (152.4 cm)Width: 55 in (139.7 cm)Depth: 2 in (5.08 cm)
  • Medium:
  • Period:
  • Condition:
  • Gallery Location:
    Yardley, PA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 1306361stDibs: LU802114054432

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