
Description
Showing Shade is an original watercolor on archival paper. Two sly figures, wildly gesturing, a wink and a nod, standoffish in tone, unstable push and pull dynamic.
BIOGRAPHY
As a native New Yorker, Joe Ginsberg studied painting and sculpture from an early age. Inspired by the tides of nature, his paintings are frequently created outdoors, incorporating and reflecting the effects of prolonged exposure to the elements. His works often weather naturally, revealing the unexpected, organic disposition of environmental chemistry, reflecting earth's natural patina and patterns of time. What he refers to as "Electric Nature." Robert Mahoney, a veteran art critic observed "If his images seem to want to jump off the canvas, it is because they have been worked on by nature herself "¦ the weathering works like a decorative enzyme that encourages tidal surges of mirages"
Joe Ginsberg studied textile design at Fashion Institute of Technology, graphic design at The School of Visual Arts, filmmaking at NYU and printmaking at Pratt Institute where he went on to teach this medium as well.
SELECTED EXHIBITIONS
Woman Pulling at the Threads of Social Discourse, MoCa Westport, CT
Palazzo de Piro, Malta
The Direct Art Modern Project @ Scope, NYC
The Contemporary Art Modern Project @ Hamptons , NY Virtual Art Fair, Online
The Rooms of Joseph Ginsberg @The Camp Gallery, Westport, CT
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Original water color on paper as intended.
Item ships flat.
Listed as "some imperfections" to align with platform standards.
Dimensions:
Height: 22 in.
Width: 30 in.
Depth: 0.01 in.
Category: Paintings
Origin: United States
Materials: Paper, Watercolor
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In the rare event that the item did not conform to the lot description in the sale, Chairish Auctions specialists are here to help. Buyers may return the item for a full refund provided you notify Chairish Auctions within 5 days of receiving the item.
BIOGRAPHY
As a native New Yorker, Joe Ginsberg studied painting and sculpture from an early age. Inspired by the tides of nature, his paintings are frequently created outdoors, incorporating and reflecting the effects of prolonged exposure to the elements. His works often weather naturally, revealing the unexpected, organic disposition of environmental chemistry, reflecting earth's natural patina and patterns of time. What he refers to as "Electric Nature." Robert Mahoney, a veteran art critic observed "If his images seem to want to jump off the canvas, it is because they have been worked on by nature herself "¦ the weathering works like a decorative enzyme that encourages tidal surges of mirages"
Joe Ginsberg studied textile design at Fashion Institute of Technology, graphic design at The School of Visual Arts, filmmaking at NYU and printmaking at Pratt Institute where he went on to teach this medium as well.
SELECTED EXHIBITIONS
Woman Pulling at the Threads of Social Discourse, MoCa Westport, CT
Palazzo de Piro, Malta
The Direct Art Modern Project @ Scope, NYC
The Contemporary Art Modern Project @ Hamptons , NY Virtual Art Fair, Online
The Rooms of Joseph Ginsberg @The Camp Gallery, Westport, CT
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Original water color on paper as intended.
Item ships flat.
Listed as "some imperfections" to align with platform standards.
Dimensions:
Height: 22 in.
Width: 30 in.
Depth: 0.01 in.
Category: Paintings
Origin: United States
Materials: Paper, Watercolor
Shipping:
Your purchase is protected:
In the rare event that the item did not conform to the lot description in the sale, Chairish Auctions specialists are here to help. Buyers may return the item for a full refund provided you notify Chairish Auctions within 5 days of receiving the item.
Condition
Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Original water color on paper as intended.
Item ships flat.
Listed as "some imperfections" to align with platform standards.
Item ships flat.
Listed as "some imperfections" to align with platform standards.
Buyer's Premium
20%
Showing Shade, 2009. Contemporary, Abstract Expressionism. Watercolor on Paper. Shades of Jade Gre
Estimate $1,900-$3,750
Starting Price
$1,900
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