Pomegranates (from the Fruits and Flowers Suite)
Donald Sultan
Print - 58.4 x 55.9 cm Print - 23 x 22 inch
$4,000
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Button Down Boogie Woogie,
2016
by Donald Sultan
Print : lithography 56 x 56 cm 22 x 22 inch
$3,070
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Numbered and limited to 80 copies
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Artwork location: Germany
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“Button Down Boogie Woogie," a screenprint by the renowned artist Donald Sultan, presents a captivating fusion of two artistic realms: the organic beauty of nature and the structured abstraction of geometric art. At its core, this piece serves as a homage, blending elements reminiscent of both Sultan's signature style and the iconic works of Piet Mondrian.
Central to the composition stands a solitary flower blossom, Sultan's ode to the delicate elegance found in nature's design. The blossom, rendered with Sultan's characteristic boldness and precision, exudes a sense of vitality and serenity amidst the surrounding chaos. Its petals, with their intricate details and subtle shading, draw the viewer's gaze, inviting contemplation of the inherent beauty within the natural world.
Behind the floral focal point, Sultan pays homage to Piet Mondrian, the pioneering figure of the De Stijl movement. Mondrian's influence is unmistakable in the background, where vibrant stripes intersect and overlap, forming a dynamic grid of color and form. These geometric elements, rendered with Sultan's distinct visual language, echo Mondrian's iconic compositions while infusing the piece with a sense of rhythm and movement.
“Button Down Boogie Woogie" is more than just a visual homage; it is a harmonious dialogue between two artistic visions. Sultan seamlessly melds the organic and the geometric, the fluid and the structured, to create a work that transcends boundaries and speaks to the universal language of art. In doing so, he invites viewers to explore the interconnectedness of all things and to appreciate the beauty that lies at the intersection of nature and abstraction.
In “Button Down Boogie Woogie," Donald Sultan masterfully navigates the tension between order and spontaneity, a theme that runs through much of his oeuvre. The juxtaposition of the meticulously rendered flower blossom against the vibrant, overlapping stripes creates a visual dialogue that is both dynamic and contemplative. Each element seems to assert its own presence while simultaneously harmonizing with the others, reflecting the interconnectedness of all things in the natural and constructed world.
Sultan's choice of the title “Button Down Boogie Woogie" adds another layer of intrigue to the piece. The reference to “Boogie Woogie," a style of blues-infused music characterized by its energetic rhythm and improvised melodies, injects a sense of playfulness and spontaneity into the work. This juxtaposition of the structured “Button Down" with the lively “Boogie Woogie" mirrors the tension between order and chaos, control and freedom, that permeates the artwork itself.
Moreover, the title nods to the historical context of Piet Mondrian's “Broadway Boogie Woogie," a seminal work that inspired Sultan's exploration of geometric abstraction. By referencing Mondrian's iconic piece, Sultan invites viewers to consider the lineage of artistic influence and the ongoing dialogue between past and present, tradition and innovation.
In essence, “Button Down Boogie Woogie" is a testament to Sultan's mastery of form, color, and composition, as well as his ability to imbue his work with layers of meaning and symbolism. It invites viewers to engage with the complexities of the human experience, to ponder the beauty of the natural world, and to revel in the ever-evolving language of art.
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Donald Sultan is an acclaimed American artist known for his distinctive large-scale paintings and prints. Born in 1951 in Asheville, North Carolina, Sultan received his art education at the University of North Carolina and the School of the Art Institute of Chicago. His work often combines elements of still life, abstraction, and minimalism, featuring iconic subjects such as flowers, fruits, and industrial objects. Sultan's art is characterized by bold, graphic forms rendered with a rich and tactile quality. He employs a unique technique that involves layering industrial materials such as tar and vinyl, resulting in textured and sculptural surfaces. Sultan's art has been exhibited worldwide, including at the Museum of Modern Art in New York and the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum. His significant contributions to contemporary art have established him as a prominent figure in the art world.
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