Untitled Abstract Composition
Mixed media painting and relief on heavy textured support • Michel Dupont (Contemporary Canadian artist from Frelighsburg, Quebec)
Style & Movement
Contemporary Abstract Expressionism / Contemporary Tactile Abstraction
Medium & Technique
Mixed media, acrylic, heavy impasto, collage elements, and textural building materials on a molded substrate
Creation Period
Late 20th century to early 21st century
Dimensions & Format
Estimated 36 x 48 inches (91 x 122 cm), rectangular landscape format
Subject Description
An abstract, diptych-like composition divided vertically with heavily textured borders. The left side features fiery red and dark brown tones with vertical linear elements, while the right side incorporates pale cream fields accented with delicate blue and dark linear strokes. The thick, rugged, crust-like borders add a sculptural quality to the work.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good condition, stable with inherent textural irregularities typical of heavy mixed media works
Estimated Market Value
CAD $1,500 - $3,000
Auction Estimate
CAD $1,000 - $2,000
Provenance History
Acquired directly from the artist Michel Dupont, residing in Frelighsburg, Quebec, Canada, with regional private collection history
Art Historical Significance
Representative of contemporary Quebec abstraction, showcasing the regional interest in heavy texture, materiality, and expressive surface manipulation popular in post-Automatiste Canadian art
Notable Features
Heavy sculptural framing with a shadow box effect, highly tactile and organic border crust, and split panel visual arrangement
Condition Issues
None apparent from visual inspection; normal dust accumulation in deep crevices of the textured surface
Conservation Recommendations
Keep in a climate-controlled environment away from direct sunlight; gentle dusting with a soft, dry brush recommended for maintenance
Collector Notes
Michel Dupont from Frelishburg Québec Canada