Still Life #28

By Tom Wesselmann SKU:198709

Tom Wesselmann's "Still Life #28," painted in 1964, holds profound artistic significance. This work reimagines traditional still life by merging everyday objects like a vase, fruits, and a glass into a bold, captivating composition. The fusion of flat colors, clean lines, and tangible objects challenges the boundary between two and three dimensions. Through this innovative approach, Wesselmann creates a dynamic visual experience that engages the viewer in a conversation about representation, abstraction, and the essence of art itself. "Still Life #28" stands as a remarkable example of Wesselmann's ability to provoke thought while celebrating the ordinary, making it a very special painting within his oeuvre.

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Title: “”Tom Wesselmann’s Bold Innovation: Still Life #28″”
Year Painted: 1964

Tom Wesselmann’s masterpiece, “”Still Life #28,”” painted in 1964, is a captivating departure from conventional still life traditions. This artwork exemplifies his ability to bridge the gap between two and three dimensions while engaging with the essence of representation and abstraction.

In this composition, Wesselmann transforms everyday objects – a vase, fruits, a glass – into a visually striking and harmonious arrangement. His use of flat colors and clean lines creates an interplay between the tangible and the conceptual. The objects appear both as solid forms and as abstract shapes, inviting viewers to ponder the nature of representation and perception.

“”Still Life #28″” represents Wesselmann’s audacious approach to art-making. By fusing realism with abstraction, he challenges artistic norms and invites viewers to explore the boundaries of their visual understanding. This work prompts a conversation about the relationship between objects and their artistic representation, a theme that is central to the understanding of art itself.

What makes this painting truly special is its capacity to engage the viewer in an intellectual dialogue while retaining its aesthetic allure. The composition demands the viewer’s active participation, encouraging contemplation on the interplay between form and meaning. Wesselmann’s masterful manipulation of space and color creates an enigmatic visual experience that resonates with audiences across time.

“”Still Life #28″” serves as a microcosm of Wesselmann’s artistic philosophy, wherein he celebrates the ordinary by rendering it extraordinary. This approach, emblematic of the pop art movement, resonates with modern sensibilities by challenging notions of high and low art and inviting a reevaluation of the everyday.

In conclusion, “”Still Life #28″” stands as a testament to Tom Wesselmann’s innovative spirit and his capacity to infuse everyday subjects with intellectual depth. Its fusion of representation and abstraction, along with its dynamic engagement with viewer perception, sets it apart as a very special painting within his body of work. Wesselmann’s creation continues to captivate, inspiring discussions about the essence of art, representation, and the boundaries of perception.

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Original size:
152.4 x 121.9 cm (width x height)
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Minimal order width:
50 cm
Maximum order width:
183 cm

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