Sheep, 2011
Painting : acrylic · 25 x 25 x 2 cm 9.8 x 9.8 x 0.8 inch · Ready to hang
£1,775
1 775 £GB
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Type
Painting : Unique artwork
Condition
Artwork sold in perfect condition, not framed, ready to hang
with stretcher frame
Authenticity
Sold with certificate of Authenticity from the artist
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Signature
Hand-signed by artist
Dimensions ( cm • inch )
25 x 25 x 2 cm 9.8 x 9.8 x 0.8 inch Height x Width x Depth
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Description
The gaze of an animal captures all the attention here. This acrylic painting focuses on the figure of a sheep. The approach is stripped down. The composition favors a tight framing. The face occupies almost all the space.
The white background blends with the animal's light coat. Only a few lines suggest volume and forms. The work on the shades of gray brings a subtle depth. The eyes, focal points of the canvas, express a form of melancholy.
The influence of minimalism guides every stroke. The line is precise, without artifice. The subject, recurring in the artist's journey, becomes a symbol of innocence and fragility. This work plays on the contrast between the simplicity of the motif and the symbolic charge of the gaze.
Created in 1990, this piece testifies to a mastery of void and light. The signature is discreetly placed in the bottom right. The square format accentuates the frontal and intimate aspect of the portrait.
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Menashe Kadishman (1932–2015) was an influential Israeli painter and sculptor known for his unique artistic vision that blended minimalist influences with deeply symbolic themes. Born in Tel Aviv, he studied sculpture under Moshe Sternschuss and Rudi Lehmann before moving to London in 1959. There, he immersed himself in the minimalist art movement and formed connections with artists such as Anthony Caro. His first major exhibition took place at the Grosvenor Gallery, marking the beginning of an international career.
Kadishman’s early experiences as a shepherd in a kibbutz during the 1950s had a profound impact on his art. This connection to nature and animals became a defining element of his work, culminating in his 1978 Venice Biennale installation, where he famously presented a flock of painted sheep. This theme remained central throughout his career, with his expressive depictions of sheep becoming his signature motif. In the 1990s, Kadishman also created powerful works for the Jewish Museum in Berlin, addressing themes of memory, loss, and the victims of war and violence, particularly in reference to the Holocaust. His contributions to Israeli art were recognized in 1995 when he received the prestigious Israel Prize.
Kadishman’s legacy continues to thrive in the global art scene. His works remain highly sought after by collectors, and his sculptures and paintings are frequently displayed in major museums and exhibitions worldwide. Recent retrospectives have revisited his impact on contemporary sculpture and painting, shedding new light on his innovative use of color and form. His sheep paintings, in particular, continue to resonate with audiences, symbolizing themes of sacrifice, innocence, and collective memory. His public sculptures, many of which stand in Israel and beyond, remain lasting testaments to his artistic and cultural influence.
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