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Christopher Mudgett Art

American, b. 1982

Christopher Mudgett (b. 1982, USA) stands among the most compelling voices in contemporary painting, inhabited by a singular vision that merges the raw urgency of expressionism with the structural rigor of early-20th-century modernism.

Known for his bold reduction of the human form and his command of stark black-and-white imagery, Mudgett has developed a visual language that is both immediately recognizable and deeply rooted in the lineage of modernist drawing and print traditions. His paintings and works on paper distill subjects to their essence, creating compositions that feel at once ancient and incisively modern, evoking the clarity of classical draftsmanship while embracing the conceptual rigor of minimalism.

Born with a natural inclination toward line, gesture, and psychological resonance, Mudgett has spent his career exploring how little is needed to say the most. His practice is marked by a commitment to refinement, discipline, and continuity; each body of work builds consciously upon the last, forming an evolving investigation into identity, form, and the silent power of reduction. His studio, a private crucible of research and experimentation, remains the central axis of his life as an artist.

Mudgett’s work has garnered the attention of collectors, curators, and cultural institutions worldwide, who recognize in his practice the rare combination of formal restraint and expressive potency.

With an international collector base and exhibition history that continues to expand, Mudgett stands as a significant voice in 21st-century American art—an artist whose dedication to his craft and uncompromising clarity of vision position him firmly within the unfolding narrative of contemporary art history.

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Woman with Clasped Hands
Woman with Clasped Hands

Woman with Clasped Hands

By Christopher Mudgett

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Woman with Clasped Hands, 2017 by Christopher Mudgett A striking embodiment of strength and introspection, Woman with Clasped Hands (2017) challenges traditional portrayals of the f...

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2010s Contemporary Christopher Mudgett Art

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Woman with Dog
Woman with Dog

Woman with Dog

By Christopher Mudgett

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Woman & Dog, 2017 Christopher Mudgett In Woman & Dog, 2017, Mudgett delivers a visually, mentally, and emotionally invigorating tour de force that explores the profound and unspoken...

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2010s Contemporary Christopher Mudgett Art

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Woman Writing
Woman Writing

Woman Writing

By Christopher Mudgett

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Woman Writing, 2018 Christopher Mudgett Christopher Mudgett’s Woman Writing (2018) captures the intimate yet universal act of creation through a powerful interplay of abstraction a...

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2010s Contemporary Christopher Mudgett Art

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Cat, 2023
Cat, 2023

Cat, 2023

By Christopher Mudgett

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Cat, 2023 By Christopher Mudgett Rendered in Mudgett’s unmistakably powerful style, this striking black-and-white linocut distills the essence of a cat into a bold, abstracted form....

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2010s Contemporary Christopher Mudgett Art

Materials

Ink, Archival Paper, Linocut

Woman
Woman

Woman

By Christopher Mudgett

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Woman, 2015 Christopher Mudgett Woman (2015) is a striking portrait that distills the essence of the female face into an elegant interplay of line, form, and tone. Executed in oil o...

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2010s Contemporary Christopher Mudgett Art

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Figure IV
Figure IV

Figure IV

By Christopher Mudgett

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Figure IV, 2024 By Christopher Mudgett Christopher Mudgett's Figure IV is a striking exploration of form, abstraction, and the erotic in its purest, most evocative essence. Executed...

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2010s Contemporary Christopher Mudgett Art

Materials

Ink, Archival Paper

Woman & Child
Woman & Child

Woman & Child

By Christopher Mudgett

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Mother & Child, 2016 By Christopher Mudgett This powerful and emotive original oil painting from the artist's 2016 "Mother & Child" series encapsulates a profound moment of tenderne...

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2010s Contemporary Christopher Mudgett Art

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Woman Drawing
Woman Drawing

Woman Drawing

By Christopher Mudgett

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Woman Drawing, 2023 Christopher Mudgett In Woman Drawing (2023), Christopher Mudgett offers a quietly powerful portrayal of a woman absorbed in the act of creation. Executed in his...

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2010s Contemporary Christopher Mudgett Art

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Canvas, Oil

Head of Woman
Head of Woman

Head of Woman

By Christopher Mudgett

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Blonde Woman, 2016 By Christopher Mudgett Christopher Mudgett’s Blonde Woman (2016) is a striking embodiment of the artist's mastery in portraiture, showcasing both the emotional d...

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2010s Contemporary Christopher Mudgett Art

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Head of Woman
Head of Woman

Head of Woman

By Christopher Mudgett

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Head of Woman, 2017 Christopher Mudgett Head of Woman is a captivating and enigmatic portrait that draws viewers into its world with increasing depth upon each viewing. The subject’...

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2010s Contemporary Christopher Mudgett Art

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Figure III
Figure III

Figure III

By Christopher Mudgett

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Figure III, 2024 By Christopher Mudgett Figure III is a commanding work that speaks to both the raw energy of abstraction and the seductive power of the human form. Painted in stark...

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2010s Contemporary Christopher Mudgett Art

Materials

Ink, Archival Paper

Woman in Gris
Woman in Gris

Woman in Gris

By Christopher Mudgett

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Woman in Gris, 2018 Christopher Mudgett A quintessential example of Mudgett’s evocative modernism, Woman In Gris (2018) captures a profound moment of stillness through its delicate...

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2010s Contemporary Christopher Mudgett Art

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Blonde Woman
Blonde Woman

Blonde Woman

By Christopher Mudgett

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Blonde Woman, 2017 by Christopher Mudgett In Blonde Woman (2017), Mudgett presents a striking portrait that pulses with raw emotion, inviting the viewer into an intimate, almost mag...

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2010s Contemporary Christopher Mudgett Art

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Head of Woman
Head of Woman

Head of Woman

By Christopher Mudgett

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Head of Woman, 2018 Christopher Mudgett Raw and emotional, Head of Woman (2018) is a striking example of the oil paintings created during Christopher Mudgett's "Gray Period." With ...

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2010s Contemporary Christopher Mudgett Art

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Gray Woman
Gray Woman

Gray Woman

By Christopher Mudgett

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Gray Woman, 2018 Christopher Mudgett Gray Woman is a captivating abstract portrait that draws viewers into an evolving visual dialogue. Through bold lines, fluid shapes, and a dist...

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2010s Contemporary Christopher Mudgett Art

Materials

Canvas, Oil

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