Floral Composition with Geometrics
Contemporary painting on stretched canvas • Contemporary artist; stylistic affinities with decorative abstract painters such as Tracy Miller or elements of Fiona Rae
Style & Movement
Contemporary Abstraction; Mixed Media Lyricism
Medium & Technique
Mixed media including acrylic, oil, ink, and graphite; features glazing, layering, dripping, and fine-line drawing
Creation Period
Early 21st Century (c. 2010s-2020s)
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 48 x 60 inches; Large-scale landscape format
Subject Description
An abstract narrative combining organic floral motifs (mandala-like flowers) with geometric elements (circles, loops, and dots). The composition uses a warm peach and gold palette with cool grey and blue accents, exploring the tension between gestural washes and precise graphic illustrative marks.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Excellent; well-maintained in a residential environment with no visible surface degradation
Estimated Market Value
$3,000 - $7,000 USD
Auction Estimate
$2,000 - $4,500 USD
Provenance History
Likely acquired through a contemporary art gallery or direct artist commission; resides in a private collection
Art Historical Significance
A representative example of 21st-century decorative abstraction that bridges the gap between high-art formalist concerns and interior design-driven aesthetics. It reflects the post-digital trend of combining disparate visual languages (graffiti-like loops and traditional botanical illustration).
Notable Features
Distinctive use of over-lapping transparent washes (pentimenti) and the contrast between the heavy textural blue loops and the delicate, almost architectural linework of the floral stamps.
Condition Issues
None visible; surface appears stable with consistent pigment adhesion and no sign of UV fading
Conservation Recommendations
Maintain in a climate-controlled environment (45-55% RH); avoid direct sunlight to preserve delicate yellow and peach glazes; dust lightly with a dry microstatic brush if necessary