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Alison HymanHot Dreams
$6,800
£5,113.14
€5,912.36
CA$9,596.68
A$10,412.88
CHF 5,523.84
MX$127,869.32
NOK 68,311.93
SEK 64,691.32
DKK 44,133.29
About the Item
Alison Hyman’s oil painting “Hot Dreams” is a powerful exploration of intimacy, vulnerability, and subconscious desire, rendered in a luminous palette of fiery reds, oranges, and ochres. The reclining figure pulses with an almost dreamlike intensity, the expressive brushwork infusing the composition with movement, emotion, and psychological depth. The subject appears suspended in a liminal space between reality and reverie, drawing the viewer into a realm of raw sensuality and introspection.
The figure’s pose—one hand resting delicately on flowing red fabric—suggests a tension between comfort and emotional weight, as if caught between repose and longing. Hyman’s masterful use of thick, sculptural strokes lends the face a serene yet enigmatic presence, contrasting with the dynamic energy of the surrounding hues. Shadows and highlights ripple across the body, enhancing its form with a tactile sensuality that extends beyond the visual.
The background, a rich abstraction of dark, nebulous forms, evokes an internal dreamscape, reinforcing the painting’s psychological intensity. The ambiguity of space allows for open interpretation, inviting viewers to immerse themselves in the fluid interplay of memory, desire, and imagination.
“Hot Dreams” by Alison Hyman is a mesmerizing work that speaks to collectors and enthusiasts of contemporary figurative art, modern expressionism, and evocative portraiture. This painting transcends the traditional boundaries of portraiture, offering a compelling meditation on the subconscious, emotional resonance, and the blurred edges of reality and dream.
- Creator:Alison Hyman
- Dimensions:Height: 48 in (121.92 cm)Width: 48 in (121.92 cm)Depth: 2 in (5.08 cm)
- More Editions & Sizes:One of a KindPrice: $6,800
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- Gallery Location:West Hollywood, CA
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU1758216891702
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