Abstract Figural Embrace (Love Series)
Original painting on stretched canvas • Lindon (Hand-signed lower right)
Style & Movement
Contemporary Neo-Expressionism with influences of Pop Art and Cubist abstraction (reminiscent of Picasso’s later line work and Peter Max’s color palette)
Medium & Technique
Acrylic on canvas using color-field blending, wet-on-wet transitions, and heavy black impasto linework (squeeze-bottle or thick brush application)
Creation Period
Late 20th to Early 21st Century (Circa 1990-2010)
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 24 x 20 inches (sight); Vertical/Portrait format
Subject Description
Composition featuring two stylized, interlocking profile figures in an embrace. The left figure is rendered in greens and yellows with a singular red 'eye', while the right figure utilizes blue, purple, and yellow tones. The background consists of a vibrant orange-to-pink gradient. The narrative suggests connection, intimacy, and joyful abstraction through organic, fluid shapes.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Very Good; the paint film appears stable with vibrant pigment retention and no visible craquelure.
Estimated Market Value
$400 - $1,200 (based on decorative contemporary market and similar 'listed' local artists)
Auction Estimate
$250 - $600
Provenance History
Likely acquired from a contemporary gallery or art fair; no visible exhibition labels or stamps on the front. Private collection origin indicated by common household setting.
Art Historical Significance
A representative example of late 20th-century decorative abstraction that bridges the gap between high modernism and commercial pop art. It demonstrates the democratization of the avant-garde aesthetic for the residential market.
Notable Features
Distinctive 'Lindon' signature in black pigment; heavy physical texture on the black outlines contrasting with the smooth gradient background; high-quality silver-toned gallery frame with crackle-patina finish.
Condition Issues
Minor surface dust; slight abrasions to the silver-leaf finish of the wooden frame. No structural canvas damage noted.
Conservation Recommendations
Maintain in a climate-controlled environment away from direct UV light to prevent fading of the fluorescent pink and orange pigments. Professional cleaning of the frame's molding is recommended.