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Philip Taaffe — Spiraling Portal
Philip Taaffe

Spiraling Portal

A mesmerizing vortex of intricate patterns and vibrant colors draws the eye inward toward a luminous central point, evoking a sense of cosmic passage and transcendence. Taaffe's signature fusion of decorative and symbolic motifs — referencing Islamic geometry, biological forms, and Op Art — creates a richly layered surface that pulses with rhythmic energy. The interplay of oil and collaged paper on linen adds tactile depth and complexity, reinforcing the work's hypnotic sense of movement and transformation.

Medium
oil and paper on linen

🔨 Auction Lot

20th Century & Contemporary Art Day Sale

November 10, 2015

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Philip Taaffe, Spiraling Portal

A mesmerizing vortex of intricate patterns and vibrant colors draws the eye inward toward a luminous central point, evoking a sense of cosmic passage and transcendence. Taaffe's signature fusion of decorative and symbolic motifs — referencing Islamic geometry, biological forms, and Op Art — creates a richly layered surface that pulses with rhythmic energy. The interplay of oil and collaged paper on linen adds tactile depth and complexity, reinforcing the work's hypnotic sense of movement and transformation.

Medium
oil and paper on linen
Seen at
Phillips, New York, London, Hong Kong

Related themes

Abstract Art, Portal Motif, Male Artist, Mixed Media, Oil And Paper On Linen, Contemporary Artist, Mystical Mood, American Artist, Ornamental Patterns, Spiral Motif, Geometric Abstraction, Portal Imagery, Spiritual Imagery, Oil On Linen, Late 20th Century, Neo-Geometric, Warm Tones, Vibrant Colors, Neo-Expressionism, Collage Elements, Decorative Abstraction

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