Description
"Rising" 1971 Hard Edge Abstract oil on canvas by J.C. Gillespie, Signed and Framed
Towering at an impressive 9 feet tall (108" x 32" x 2"), you are going to need high ceilings for this one!! This painting feels timely in the most beautiful way. The sun rising to meet a rainbow of colorful interlocking keyholes - all ascending towards the sky and an Expressionist mountain peak. Seriously, I could go on and on but why over think it?
This impressive painting with it's soaring heights, skillful abstract hard edge, and joyful pop art rainbow colors, simply feels GOOD. It's fun & wildly optimistic. The artist has captured an almost child-like exuberance with this piece.
This painting came to me through the son of the original collector. Purchased from a San Francisco gallery in the early 1970s. It's a large, linear size but can also be hung horizontally.
Open to all reasonable offers.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Painting and frame are in excellent condition. There may be minor scratches/imperfections on black satinwood frame .
Origin:
United States
Materials & Techniques:
Canvas, Oil Paint, Wood
Details:
Art Subjects: Abstract, Geometric, Landscape, Patterns, Pop Culture, Architecture
Country of Origin: United States
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Frame Type: Framed
Towering at an impressive 9 feet tall (108" x 32" x 2"), you are going to need high ceilings for this one!! This painting feels timely in the most beautiful way. The sun rising to meet a rainbow of colorful interlocking keyholes - all ascending towards the sky and an Expressionist mountain peak. Seriously, I could go on and on but why over think it?
This impressive painting with it's soaring heights, skillful abstract hard edge, and joyful pop art rainbow colors, simply feels GOOD. It's fun & wildly optimistic. The artist has captured an almost child-like exuberance with this piece.
This painting came to me through the son of the original collector. Purchased from a San Francisco gallery in the early 1970s. It's a large, linear size but can also be hung horizontally.
Open to all reasonable offers.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Painting and frame are in excellent condition. There may be minor scratches/imperfections on black satinwood frame .
Origin:
United States
Materials & Techniques:
Canvas, Oil Paint, Wood
Details:
Art Subjects: Abstract, Geometric, Landscape, Patterns, Pop Culture, Architecture
Country of Origin: United States
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Frame Type: Framed
Condition
Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Painting and frame are in excellent condition. There may be minor scratches/imperfections on black satinwood frame .
Buyer's Premium
20%
Dimensions
108 x 32 x 2 in
1971 "Rising" Hard Edge Abstract Geometric Oil Painting by J. C. Gillespie, Framed
Estimate $4,400-$8,440
Starting Bid
$2,200
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