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Sean Scully — Planes of Light
Sean Scully

Planes of Light

Planes of Light is a powerful woodcut in colours by Sean Scully, printed on handmade paper with full margins, showcasing his signature exploration of geometric abstraction through bold, layered bands of colour. The work exemplifies Scully's mastery of rhythm and texture, with the woodcut medium lending a raw, tactile quality to the interlocking planes that pulse with warmth and depth. The generous margins of the handmade paper enhance the meditative presence of the composition, inviting the viewer to contemplate the interplay between light, colour, and form.

Medium
Woodcut in colours, on handmade paper, with full margins,

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Evening & Day Editions

June 12, 2014

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Sean Scully, Planes of Light

Planes of Light is a powerful woodcut in colours by Sean Scully, printed on handmade paper with full margins, showcasing his signature exploration of geometric abstraction through bold, layered bands of colour. The work exemplifies Scully's mastery of rhythm and texture, with the woodcut medium lending a raw, tactile quality to the interlocking planes that pulse with warmth and depth. The generous margins of the handmade paper enhance the meditative presence of the composition, inviting the viewer to contemplate the interplay between light, colour, and form.

Medium
Woodcut in colours, on handmade paper, with full margins,
Seen at
Phillips, New York, London, Hong Kong

Related themes

Geometric, Serene, Color, Minimalist, Irish, Woodcut, Modern, Light, Abstract, Contemporary

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