
Palazzo Ducale 33
2008
A dynamic explosion of shattered glass and vibrant enamel paint creates a raw, visceral surface that pulses with chaotic energy. Shimamoto's action-based technique transforms destruction into creation, as jagged shards embed themselves within the richly colored paint, casting dramatic shadows and refracting light across the canvas. The work reflects the artist's Gutai spirit, challenging traditional notions of painting by embracing accident, force, and the physical properties of unconventional materials.
- Medium
- enamel and broken glass on canvas
- Spotted At
- Auction House · Phillips
🔨 Auction Lot
20th Century & Contemporary Art & Design Evening Sale
November 26, 2017
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