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Derek Overfield
Sleep embracing a man, Painting, Acrylic on Canvas

2023

$1,540
£1,167.71
€1,348.38
CA$2,160.71
A$2,407.36
CHF 1,269.65
MX$29,185.31
NOK 16,151.75
SEK 15,046.38
DKK 10,071.18

About the Item

Title: "Sleep embracing a man" Artist: Derek Overfield 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 :: Portrait :: Original :: Framed: No
  • Creator:
    Derek Overfield (American)
  • Creation Year:
    2023
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 55 in (139.7 cm)Width: 43 in (109.22 cm)Depth: 2 in (5.08 cm)
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  • Gallery Location:
    Yardley, PA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU802112833972

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