Hard Edge art

What is Hard Edge Art?

Hard Edge art is a style of abstract painting that became popular in the 1960s. It features areas of color separated by crisp, sharp edges that are painted with geometric precision. The term hard-edge painting was coined by art critic Jules Langsner to describe this approach, which contrasts with the softer, more fluid forms of other abstract styles.
Cornish Coast 2: Gribbin Peninsula

Julian Opie

Cornish Coast 2: Gribbin Peninsula, 2017

Limited Edition Print

Mixed Media

USD 7,800

Cornish Coast 2: Gribbin Head

Julian Opie

Cornish Coast 2: Gribbin Head, 2017

Limited Edition Print

Mixed Media

USD 7,800

Cap: Boston Statuette

Julian Opie

Cap: Boston Statuette, 2020

Sculpture / Object

Bronze

USD 17,500

Denim Waistcoat: Boston Statuette

Julian Opie

Denim Waistcoat: Boston Statuette, 2020

Sculpture / Object

Bronze

USD 17,500

Dress: Boston Statuette

Julian Opie

Dress: Boston Statuette, 2020

Sculpture / Object

Bronze

USD 17,500

Winter 09

Julian Opie

Winter 09, 2012

Limited Edition Print

Inkjet print

USD 8,400

Melbourne Statuettes: Plastic Bag

Julian Opie

Melbourne Statuettes: Plastic Bag, 2018

Sculpture / Object

Bronze

USD 17,950

Melbourne Statuettes: Cardigan

Julian Opie

Melbourne Statuettes: Cardigan, 2018

Sculpture / Object

Bronze

USD 18,950

Melbourne Statuettes: Backpack

Julian Opie

Melbourne Statuettes: Backpack, 2018

Sculpture / Object

Bronze

USD 15,600

Poproke forest

Takashi Murakami

Poproke forest, 2011

Limited Edition Print

Lithograph

EUR 4,625

Black Headed Gull (from Small Birds)

Julian Opie

Black Headed Gull (from Small Birds), 2020

Limited Edition Print

Mixed Media

USD 10,800

Swamp Hen (from Small Birds)

Julian Opie

Swamp Hen (from Small Birds), 2020

Limited Edition Print

Mixed Media

USD 10,800

Melbourne Statuettes: Telephone

Julian Opie

Melbourne Statuettes: Telephone, 2018

Sculpture / Object

Bronze

USD 18,950

Long Hair: Boston Statuettes

Julian Opie

Long Hair: Boston Statuettes, 2020

Sculpture / Object

Bronze

USD 14,200

Leggings: Boston Statuettes

Julian Opie

Leggings: Boston Statuettes, 2020

Sculpture / Object

Bronze

USD 14,200

Medieval Village 2

Julian Opie

Medieval Village 2, 2019

Limited Edition Print

Mixed Media

USD 4,400

Dada

Also known as Dadaism, Dada was a literary and artistic movement that began in 1916 in Zurich, Switzerland. It emerged as a rejection of rationalism and nationalism, which were seen as contributing factors to World War I. The movement had political undertones and was strongly anti-war. Dada activities included demonstrations, gatherings, and the publication of literary and art journals that explored cultural and political topics.

East Indian ink

India ink is a medium made from fine soot, known as lampblack, combined with water and a binder, usually shellac, to create a black, waterproof ink. It has been used in India since the 4th century BC. Artists use India ink for writing, drawing, and painting due to its deep black color and permanence.

Provenance

Provenance refers to the chronology of ownership, location, or custody of an artwork. Tracing an object's provenance helps establish its authenticity and historical context by documenting its ownership history, storage locations, and custody over time. This process often involves expert opinions, comparative analysis, and scientific testing to provide evidence of the artwork’s origin and history.

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