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Artist: Peter Ellenshaw
Volcano Eruption - Explosive Fire Lava Flow from Hell
Volcano Eruption - Explosive Fire Lava Flow from Hell

Peter EllenshawVolcano Eruption - Explosive Fire Lava Flow from Hell, 1983 circa

$12,500

Volcano Eruption - Explosive Fire Lava Flow from Hell

By Peter Ellenshaw

Located in Miami, FL

A Fiery Hell is depicted as a volcano that spews flames and lava dust into the air. According to the Peter and Harrison Ellenshaw Family Archive, this work was shown to Stanly Kubrick for a Paradise Lost, movie concept. Peter had created matte paintings for Kubrick's Spartacus in 1960 and they continued their professional friendship for years to come. Peter did some collaboration with TRON in 1982. Unfortunately, the movie concept for John Miltons, Paradise Lost, was not brought into production. An erupting volcano is also an powerful metaphor for many human conditions. Ellenshaw (1913–2007) was a highly regarded matte painter and special-effects creator whose filmography includes Old Yeller (1957), Swiss Family Robinson...

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1980s Surrealist Peter Ellenshaw Abstract Paintings

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Find a wide variety of authentic Peter Ellenshaw abstract paintings available for sale on 1stDibs. You can also browse by medium to find art by Peter Ellenshaw in masonite, oil paint, paint and more. Much of the original work by this artist or collective was created during the 1980s and is mostly associated with the Surrealist style. Not every interior allows for large Peter Ellenshaw abstract paintings, so small editions measuring 30 inches across are available. Customers who are interested in this artist might also find the work of Valton Tyler, Roberto Matta, and Yuri Martinez Ramos. Peter Ellenshaw abstract paintings prices can differ depending upon medium, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $10,000 and tops out at $10,000, while the average work can sell for $10,000.

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