Description
A 1986 self-portrait acrylic on paper painting titled Artist Growing out of the Ground by the American artist Harry Hilson (1935-2004). Illustrated in bright orange over gray upon a blue and green ground, Hilson depicted himself as a flower with an intense gaze and heavy brow and beard. Unframed, the painting is titled, signed, and dated to the bottom.
Harry Hilson was active from the 1950s-2000. He created a variety of works, including oil paintings, ink drawings, wool tapestries, and more. His studios could be found in New York, Los Angeles, and Aspen.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Minor bending to corners. Age appropriate wear.
Origin:
United States
Materials & Techniques:
Acrylic Paint, Paper
Details:
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Art Subjects: Abstract, Landscape, Figure, Portrait
Frame Type: Unframed
Country of Origin: United States
Harry Hilson was active from the 1950s-2000. He created a variety of works, including oil paintings, ink drawings, wool tapestries, and more. His studios could be found in New York, Los Angeles, and Aspen.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Minor bending to corners. Age appropriate wear.
Origin:
United States
Materials & Techniques:
Acrylic Paint, Paper
Details:
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Art Subjects: Abstract, Landscape, Figure, Portrait
Frame Type: Unframed
Country of Origin: United States
Condition
Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Minor bending to corners. Age appropriate wear.
Buyer's Premium
20%
Dimensions
30 x 22 x 0.01 in
1986 "Artist Growing Out of the Ground" Abstract Acrylic Self Portrait Painting by Harry Hilson
Estimate $320-$680
Starting Price
$160
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Aug 19, 2026, 4:00 PM EDTNew York, NY, United States
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