Second Winter
2021
A turbulent composition of fragmented figures and chaotic forms fills the canvas in Ahmed Alsoudani's *Second Winter* (2021), rendered in acrylic with the artist's signature blend of raw, visceral energy. Swirling lines and distorted bodies collide in a dense visual field, evoking themes of conflict, memory, and psychological unrest. The work reflects Alsoudani's ongoing exploration of trauma and the human condition, drawing from both personal history and broader narratives of violence and survival.
- Medium
- acrylic on canvas
- Dimensions
- Signed
- Yes
- Spotted At
- Auction House · Phillips
Notes
Execution: Painted in 2021, in the United States. Exhibition History: New York, Marlborough Gallery,;
🔨 Auction Lot
Modern & Contemporary Art: Online Auction
February 24, 2026
Estimate: $15,000 – $20,000
Sold: $20,640
Lot 6
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