Hellmouth,
2010
Steve Johnston
Painting : oil, acrylic, mixed media
25 x 60 x 2 cm 9.8 x 23.6 x 0.8 inch
€1,800
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25 x 60 x 2 cm 9.8 x 23.6 x 0.8 inch Height x Width x Depth
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Artwork location: Italy
Artwork sold in excellent condition.
This artwork presents a vivid and surreal landscape, dominated by rich reds, pinks, and blues. The left side features an enigmatic ladder ascending into a cloud-filled sky, symbolizing aspiration or escape. The sky’s swirling, chaotic energy contrasts sharply with the calm, horizontal lines of the ladder. On the right, a dynamically stylized creature with sharp, exaggerated features appears to be a dragon, its mouth open in an expressive, almost fierce manner. Surrounding it, abstract foliage bursts with vibrant greens and blues, blending into the tumultuous, colorful background. The use of contrasting colors and bold brushstrokes invokes a sense of tension and movement, inviting viewers to interpret the interplay between the elements. This piece stands out for its imaginative use of symbolism and color, creating a compelling narrative that challenges conventional perceptions of reality.
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Primo Piano LivinGallery • Italy
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Steve Johnston was born in Glasgow(Scotland) in 1956. He previously worked as a photographer based in London, working for magazines such as Vogue, I-D, etc. Work published in various books and magazines included the Pink Punk Book, Smile i-D, Vogue and Time magazine. Exhibited widely in Tate Britain, Hayward gallery, Metropolitan Museum of Art New York, SHOWstudio London and i-D touring exhibitions worldwide.
Steve is also represented in the permanent collection of the Arts Council of England. Steve returned to painting in 1991. Since 2004, Steve's work has been successfully published as limited edition prints, with many of them selling out, and original Steve Johnstons are collected worldwide.
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