
Former Painting
1985
This ethereal composition presents a glowing classical urn or trophy vessel positioned centrally against a dark, atmospheric background. Flanking the luminous golden form are two ethereal white figures with outstretched wings, rendered in soft, ghostly tones that suggest angelic or allegorical presences. The interplay between the brilliant internal light emanating from the vessel and the surrounding shadow creates a sense of spiritual or transcendent significance. The work employs gestural, abstracted brushwork that evokes both classical iconography and contemporary expressionist sensibilities.
- Medium
- Paintingsigned, titled and dated 1985 (on the reverse)oil on linen
- Overall
- Spotted At
- Auction House · Sotheby's
Notes
Contemporary Day Auction, Sotheby's, sale on 2026-05-15.
🔨 Auction Lot
Contemporary Day Auction
May 15, 2026
Estimate: $8,000 – $12,000
For Sale
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