
Alexander Pope
1983
Julian Schnabel's portrait of Alexander Pope employs oil and epoxy resin on canvas to create a textured, expressionistic representation of the 18th century English poet. The work demonstrates Schnabel's characteristic maximalist approach, layering materials and gestural marks to convey psychological depth rather than strict likeness. Through the combination of traditional and unconventional media, Schnabel transforms the historical subject into a contemporary meditation on portraiture and artistic presence.
- Medium
- oil and epoxy resin on canvas
- Spotted At
- Auction House · Phillips
🔨 Auction Lot
Modern & Contemporary Art Day Sale
October 11, 2024
Lot 34
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