Overview
This is a monumental 5-by-6-foot work that utilizes the raw, industrial texture of plywood as a stage for a violent, gestural explosion of black oil paint.
1Identify
Preliminary identification
Large-Scale Abstract Expressionist 'Action Painting' on Plywood
Photo reference
5 uploaded photos
Story
In the mid-20th century, a radical shift occurred where the canvas was no longer a window into a scene, but an 'arena in which to act.' This piece follows that rebellious tradition, using a massive sheet of construction-grade plywood—a material usually hidden…
Maker / Origin
While the artist remains anonymous, the work belongs to the 'Process Art' tradition where the act of creation is as important as the final image.
Condition & Value
The plywood substrate shows some edge wear and a visible horizontal seam, which is expected for a piece of this size and material. Value is driven primarily by its 'statement piece' quality for interior design.
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