Description
Striking 1970s acrylic bas relief titled "The Racers" by American artist Marilyn Lilygren. A dynamic regatta scene unfolds across four sculpted panels, each featuring abstracted sailboats in motion"”rendered with vigorous texture and rhythm in a palette of sun-faded creams, ochres, and seafoam greens.
Created using Lilygren's signature process of layered acrylic polymer medium and metallic pigments on masonite, the piece is etched, built up, and hand-painted to create a deeply dimensional Brutalist effect. The piece is then sealed in a subtle glaze that highlights both the natural variation in the material and the kinetic sweep of the scene.
Professionally framed in a vintage metallic edge over warm taupe / mushroom brown linen, this work is a bold fusion of Brutalist texture, mid-century coastal flair, and tactile minimalism. A standout piece for collectors of American studio art, yacht club memorabilia, or vintage modernism.
In the style of Paul Evans, Marc Weinstein, Curtis Jere
Artist: Marilyn Lilygren (American, mid-20th c.)
Title: The Racers
Medium: Acrylic bas relief on masonite
Dimensions (framed): 33.5" W x 14.5" H x 1.5" D
Signed: Lower left
Condition: Excellent vintage condition; original framing and artist label on reverse. Minor wear to edges consistent with age.
Style Keywords:
Brutalist | Coastal Modern | Nautical Art | Abstract Relief | 1970s Studio Craft
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Excellent
Origin:
United States
Materials & Techniques:
Sculpture Materials
International: No International Shipping for this auction.
Combined shipping: Please ask about combined shipping for multiple lots before bidding.
Created using Lilygren's signature process of layered acrylic polymer medium and metallic pigments on masonite, the piece is etched, built up, and hand-painted to create a deeply dimensional Brutalist effect. The piece is then sealed in a subtle glaze that highlights both the natural variation in the material and the kinetic sweep of the scene.
Professionally framed in a vintage metallic edge over warm taupe / mushroom brown linen, this work is a bold fusion of Brutalist texture, mid-century coastal flair, and tactile minimalism. A standout piece for collectors of American studio art, yacht club memorabilia, or vintage modernism.
In the style of Paul Evans, Marc Weinstein, Curtis Jere
Artist: Marilyn Lilygren (American, mid-20th c.)
Title: The Racers
Medium: Acrylic bas relief on masonite
Dimensions (framed): 33.5" W x 14.5" H x 1.5" D
Signed: Lower left
Condition: Excellent vintage condition; original framing and artist label on reverse. Minor wear to edges consistent with age.
Style Keywords:
Brutalist | Coastal Modern | Nautical Art | Abstract Relief | 1970s Studio Craft
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Excellent
Origin:
United States
Materials & Techniques:
Sculpture Materials
International: No International Shipping for this auction.
Combined shipping: Please ask about combined shipping for multiple lots before bidding.
Condition
Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Excellent
Buyer's Premium
20%
Dimensions
15 x 30 x 1.5 in
1970s Brutalist Nautical Bas Relief "The Racers" by Marilyn Lilygren – Framed Sailing Regatta
Estimate $200-$600
Starting Price
$130
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The Collector's Edit II
Jul 31, 2026, 7:00 PM EDTNew York, NY, United States
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