Tony Sleeping, 2000
Elizabeth Peyton

Print : Screen Print

49 x 62 cm 19.3 x 24.4 inch

€3,500

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Numbered and limited to 300 copies

1 copy available

Signature

Hand-signed by artist

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Dimensions cm inch

49 x 62 cm 19.3 x 24.4 inch Height x Width x Depth

Framing

Not framed


Tags

Portrait

figurative

Sleeping

Sleeping Beauty

Young British Artists

Black

Artwork sold in perfect condition

Artwork location: Germany

This artwork is a masterful representation of abstract expressionism, rendered in a monochromatic palette that evokes a sense of profound introspection. Dominated by shades of grey, the painting portrays an enigmatic figure, whose indistinct features and flowing lines suggest a state of dreamlike contemplation. The artist's use of bold, sweeping brushstrokes imparts a dynamic fluidity, creating a tension between the defined and the undefined, the tangible and the ethereal. The interplay of light and shadow is meticulously crafted, with darker hues enveloping the outer edges, drawing the viewer's gaze towards the lighter, central areas. This contrast not only emphasizes the figure's form but also imbues the composition with a hauntingly ethereal quality. A notable aspect of this piece is the artist's adept manipulation of texture. The thick, almost sculptural application of paint in certain sections juxtaposes with smoother, more translucent layers, adding depth and complexity. This textural variance invites the observer to explore the painting's surface, uncovering new details upon closer inspection. The abstract nature of the work allows for varied interpretation, making it a profoundly engaging piece that challenges and stimulates the viewer's imagination. Its emotive power lies in its ambiguity, evoking a spectrum of feelings and thoughts as one contemplates the figure's serene yet elusive presence. In summary, this artwork stands as a compelling testament to the artist's skill in abstract expressionism. Its unique combination of monochromatic coloration, dynamic brushstrokes, and textured layers creates an arresting visual experience that resonates deeply with its audience.

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Elizabeth Peyton, Tony Sleeping
United States  • 1965

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Born in 1965 in Danbury, Connecticut, Elizabeth Peyton went on to study at the School of Visual Arts. In 1993, she held a solo show of drawings in room 828 of the historic Chelsea Hotel, launching her career in the art world. By her second solo exhibition in 1995 at Gavin Brown's enterprise, she had achieved widespread acclaim, and has held major exhibitions ever since. 

Peyton is a contemporary American painter best known for her intimate, small-scale portraits of celebrities, friends, and historical figures. Characterized by transparent washes of pigment, Peyton's paintings address notions of idolization and obsession. Notable figures she has painted include Kurt Cobain, Barack Obama, and David Bowie. Peyton has chosen New York as her home and place of work.

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