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20th Century Surrealist Oil Painting on Canvas

1991

$2,044.08
£1,500
€1,752.39
CA$2,807.59
A$3,139.23
CHF 1,646.66
MX$38,023.67
NOK 20,785.84
SEK 19,637.60
DKK 13,079.82

About the Item

20th century modernist oil painting on canvas . Signed with artists monogram and Dated 1991. This large and impressive painting evokes a range of emotions and interpretations. With its thought-provoking imagery , the artist skilfully uses colour and composition capturing the raw essence of human emotions. The young man with a hat on the wrong way, facing away from the interior scene and staring out of the window, represents a sense of disconnection and detachment. It suggests a desire to escape or avoid facing the challenging aspects depicted within the painting. The woman crawling on her knees towards a broken toy with a missing wheel and the dead rabbit on a blue box symbolises a feeling of loss, abandonment, or longing for something that is no longer present. The provocative woman standing in a vibrant red tight-fitting cat suit symbolises , temptation, power and sensuality , her boldness contrasts with the vulnerability of the crawling woman. Her presence creates a sense of tension and intrigue within the painting. . The old man sitting on a box holding his nose suggests a reaction to something unpleasant a sense of discomfort symbolising a distaste and dissatisfaction with the current state of affairs. The painting captures a complex array of emotions and narratives. Its modernist style allows for individual interpretation, inviting viewers to bring their own perspectives to understand its meaning . The Painting is clearly by an accomplished artist , who requires further research . This painting serves as a powerful example of the artist's talent and artistic vision. The attention to detail, skilful use of color and composition, and the ability to evoke deep emotions demonstrate the artist's talent. Actual painting 120cm x 93cm Including frame 128cm x 100cm
  • Creation Year:
    1991
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 50.4 in (128 cm)Width: 39.38 in (100 cm)Depth: 1.19 in (3 cm)
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  • Condition:
  • Gallery Location:
    Hoddesdon, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2723214198322

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