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Norman Lewis — Night Vision
Norman Lewis

Night Vision

1952

"Night Vision" is an oil on linen painting by Norman Lewis, the pioneering African American abstract artist known for his contributions to Abstract Expressionism. The work exemplifies Lewis's distinctive approach to abstraction, characterized by dynamic compositional elements and a sophisticated use of color and form that suggest nocturnal imagery without representational specificity. Created during a period when Lewis was developing his mature abstract vocabulary, the painting demonstrates his ability to evoke atmospheric and emotional qualities through non objective means.

Medium
oil on linen

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Modern & Contemporary Art Day Sale, Morning Session

November 20, 2024

Lot 17

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Norman Lewis, Night Vision, 1952

"Night Vision" is an oil on linen painting by Norman Lewis, the pioneering African American abstract artist known for his contributions to Abstract Expressionism. The work exemplifies Lewis's distinctive approach to abstraction, characterized by dynamic compositional elements and a sophisticated use of color and form that suggest nocturnal imagery without representational specificity. Created during a period when Lewis was developing his mature abstract vocabulary, the painting demonstrates his ability to evoke atmospheric and emotional qualities through non objective means.

Medium
oil on linen
Year
1952
Seen at
Phillips, New York, London, Hong Kong

Related themes

Dark, 20th Century, Mysterious, Atmospheric, Non-Representational, American, Nocturnal, Large Scale Painting, Post-War, Social Commentary, Abstract Expressionism, Oil On Linen, Urban Landscape, Blue And Black, African American Artist, Oil on Canvas, Mystical, Vision

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