Ferruccio Gard Art

Edwin Mieczkowski (American, 1929-2017) Broken Ice, 1976 Gouache and pencil on paper Signed, dated (Feb. 2, 1976) and titled lower right 27.5 x 37.75 inches 35 x 45 inches, framed Edwin Mieczkowski, born in Pittsburgh, was a leader of geometric and perceptual abstraction during the latter part of the 20th century. Mieczkowski's work first came to prominence in "The Responsive Eye" exhibition, the nation's first major exhibition of perceptual art, held at the Museum of Modern Art in New York in 1965. Mieczkowski was also featured in the 1964 article in Timemagazine that first used the term "Op Art" to describe paintings that manipulated visual cues in order to reorder and excite viewers' perceptual responses. With a complex aesthetic that over time has transcended mere tricks of optical art, Mieczkowski has spent nearly four decades producing geometrically paintings, drawings and sculptures, a genre of modern art that is known broadly as perceptual abstraction. His output of static and dynamic forms create a body of work, still largely intact, that uses visually disorienting, meticulously arranged lines, dazzling kaleidoscopic colors, and alluring juxtapositions of hue and tone, to playfully and seductively present new challenges for the viewer's eyes. The desired result is an optical effect of perpetual motion, harmonics and rhythm. . . . Along with Frank Hewitt and Ernst Benkert, Mieczkowski was a co-founder in 1959 of the Anonima* group that worked together in Cleveland and New York and declared itself free from the pressures of the art market and the pursuit of personal fame. Members of Anonima often left their works unsigned and vowed to shun the usual art market venues such as commercial galleries, biennials and competitions. Instead, they engaged in a rigorous, self-imposed program of painting exercises to explore the effects of geometry and color on visual perception. Although Mieczkowski's work hung side-by-side in the MOMA "Responsive Eye" exhibition with such colleagues as Josef Albers, Victor Vasarely, Richard Anuszkiewicz, Morris Louis, Kenneth Noland, Carlos Cruz-Diaz, Ad Reinhardt and Bridget Riley, all of whom went on to considerable fame and fortune, Mieczkowski chose to eschew commercial exhibition and career promotion. Instead, he spent 39 years teaching at the Cleveland Institute of Art and quietly executing a number of public art commissions while independently pursuing his own intuitive explorations in geometric abstraction. Mieczkowski pursued virtually no commercial sales of his work. Consequently, the body of work he left behind consists of hundreds of paintings, drawings and sculptures only recently viewed...

Richard Anuszkiewicz (American, 1930-2020) Temple of Evening Reds, 1983 Acrylic on canvas Signed verso 36 x 36 inches 36.75 x 36.75 inches, framed Richard Anuszkiewicz was born in E...

SPECTRE 2018 A ghostly figure with a gold halo has the words “Amissa” to his right, and “Anima Mea” to his left – hand-painted vertically in gold type. In Latin, “Amissa Anima Mea”...

In Pollenator No. 2, Kurt Herrmann expands his exploration of color and form in a radiant geometric abstraction. Executed in acrylic on a square canvas, the painting balances crisp p...

Abstract geometric painting by Houston, Texas artist Philip Durbin. Pink and blue hued painting incorporating geometric stencil-like patterns and abstract figure in a chef's uniform ...

“Burning Ember” is a captivating abstract artwork that captures the intensity of flame and heat through vivid, dynamic palettes and brushwork. The painting is characterized by bold s...

A new, shimmering work by world-renowed Giancarlo Impiglia. Born in Rome, Impiglia moved to New York in the 70s, where he established a signature style on the shoulders of modernis...

CIVILIZED TO DEATH 2019 Pink painting of a nude figure featuring typography which reads: “Civilized to Death.” A playful commentary on Nihilistic narcissism. Canvas is unframed. O...

In Upweller, Kurt Herrmann orchestrates a striking interplay of color, form, and movement in a vivid geometric abstraction. Executed in acrylic on a square canvas, the painting is de...

"Signaling Her Intentions" (2022) by Reen Axtell is an original handmade mixed media painting that depicts a woman on a horse with an abstract geometric background. About the artist...

Introducing "Golden Days 01" - a geometric abstract painting on round canvas inspired by the luxurious gold gilding of Chinoiserie tableware. Embrace the essence of summer with delicate leaf patterns and heart shapes intricately woven into the design. Radiating beauty at 20cm in diameter and 1.5cm in depth, this piece is crafted with acrylics on round canvas, exuding elegance and charm. As Jenny Uglow once said, "We might think we are nurturing our garden, but of course it’s our garden that is really nurturing us." Reflect on the splendour of summer, with blooming gardens and nature's golden touch encapsulated in this artwork. Experience the allure of metallique acrylic paint, infusing this piece with a soft luster that captivates the eye. Dive into the world of "Golden Days 01" and let the beauty of nature's embrace inspire you. Golden Days 01 (2022) is signed on the back and includes my Certificate of Authenticity . Art © 2019-2025 Fuen Chin...

Blue Ribbons canvas 18x24 framed 19.5x25.5x1, signed on reverse Fabrizio Breschi was born in 1950 in Italy, painter, sculptor. He started to paint when he was 6 years old, landscap...