Raupe - 20th Century Mixed Media Talking Heads

Description

Acrylic, Oils, mother of pearl, eggshell, shellac, and many more mediums are combined to create a truly unique abstract composition. This piece is rendered through the uncommon technique of laying down silver leaf over a wooden panel. This is painted over and rubbed back to create metallic highlights and a glowing metallic sheen over the whole painting. There is also a relief created with white eggshell mosaic and a mother of pearl luster. An intense colour palette of reds, yellows, and green gives the scene a nuanced finish. The piece is finished with a very high gloss lacquer that enhances the intensity of colour and metallic undertones. On thick, heavy board. Signed indistinctly.

Condition

There are some minor scratches to the surface of the artwork, but it is otherwise in good condition.

Size

99 x 99cm (39" x 39")