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Honora BergMid Century Abstract Impressionist Monterey Bay Kelp Forestc 1960
c 1960
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Mid Century Abstract Expressionist Kelp Forest by Honora Berg
This mid century modernist landscape painting by Honora Berg (American, 1897-1985) depicts Monterey Bay's iconic kelp forests capturing the light coming through the water and the movement of the kelp's vertical forms contrasting with the negative space. The kelp's foliage is rendered in rhythmic, textured brushstrokes. Berg uses a rich palette of black, greens and and earthy reds, applied with layered, gestural strokes that evoke the movement of water and the vitality of this otherworld landscape. This work reflects Berg’s interest in abstracting natural forms through color modulation and surface texture, rather than strict representational accuracy. The result is an undersea landscape that feels alive and dynamic, inviting the viewer to experience the environment emotionally as much as visually.
Medium: Oil on board
Artist: Honora Berg
Signed: "H. Berg" verso
Unframed.
Size: 19"H x 14"W.
Provenance: Larry Miller (1958-2003) was a specialist in bay area abstract artists and purchased numerous bay area artists estates. He purchased the entirety of the Honora Berg Estate from Carson Galleries and we purchased many of those works directly from Larry.
- Creator:Honora Berg (1897 - 1985, American)
- Creation Year:c 1960
- Dimensions:Height: 19 in (48.26 cm)Width: 14 in (35.56 cm)Depth: 0.2 in (5.08 mm)
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- Condition:Good; minor edge wear consistent with age and use.
- Gallery Location:Soquel, CA
- Reference Number:Seller: D99101stDibs: LU54216544882
Honora Berg
Honora Berg, an Abstract Expressionist and Bay Area Figurative School artist, studied at the San Francisco Art Institute with David Park, Elmer Bischoff and James Budd Dixon. Berg's friend Edith Truesdell — David Park's aunt — suggested a move to California in 1951 to study under Park. She exhibited at the 25th Annual Drawing, Print and Sculpture Exhibition at the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art, 1961.
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