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Derek Overfield
Rune maker, Painting, Acrylic on Canvas

2016

$740
£549.49
€645.35
CA$1,029.55
A$1,152.68
CHF 604.39
MX$14,242.09
NOK 7,615.67
SEK 7,188.89
DKK 4,815.08
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Title:"Rune maker" Artist: Derek Overfield This painting's title and theme are in reference to Odin - the chief god of the Norse mythology and mythical originator of the Runic writing system. According to the story, Odin hung himself for 9 days on Yggdrasil, the World Tree and as a result of his sacrifice was given the knowledge of the runes, which he later passed on to man. Above is a semi-abstract figurative work done from life. The work is completed using a subtractive/additive method utilizing latex paint. 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 :: Contemporary :: 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 :: Landscape :: Original :: Framed: No
  • Creator:
    Derek Overfield (American)
  • Creation Year:
    2016
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 30 in (76.2 cm)Width: 48 in (121.92 cm)Depth: 2 in (5.08 cm)
  • Medium:
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  • Condition:
  • Gallery Location:
    Yardley, PA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 673831stDibs: LU80214110262

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