
Image of Light
1986
This large scale tapestry presents an abstract composition of horizontal striations in warm tones of gold, orange, red, and deep burgundy, punctuated by areas of cream and white that suggest luminosity. Woven from wool and synthetic threads, the work creates a rhythmic visual field where color shifts and layered horizontal bands evoke landscapes suffused with atmospheric light, though remaining fundamentally non representational. The textile surface demonstrates the artist's command of the loom as a medium for painting with thread, producing subtle gradations and a tactile surface that engages both visual and haptic perception. This work reflects the artist's exploration of light, color, and materiality within the modernist textile tradition that emerged from mid century studio practices.
- Medium
- Wool and synthetic thread; tapestry
- Overall
- Spotted At
- Gallery · Tina Kim Gallery
Notes
Tina Kim Gallery, Frieze New York 2026, Booth A9, The Shed, May 13–17, 2026. Inquiries: info@tinakimgallery.com.
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