Glowing Tree

Gabor Peterdi

Created:
Movement:
1958
Abstract Expressionism
key Notes:
Abstract Expressionism, Luminous Foliage
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Dimensions:
Image/plate: 50.3 × 60.4 cm (19 13/16 × 23 13/16 in.); Sheet: 57.4 × 66.7 cm (22 5/8 × 26 5/16 in.)
medium:
Color etching, engraving and lift ground aquatint on white wove paper
Difficulty:
Expert
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story of the work:

"Glowing Tree" by Gabor Peterdi is a work that reflects the artist's interest in nature and abstract expressionism, characterized by vibrant colors and dynamic forms. Peterdi, a Hungarian-born American artist, was known for his innovative printmaking techniques and his ability to convey emotional intensity through his depictions of natural subjects.

Description of the work:

"Glowing Tree" by Gabor Peterdi is a color etching, engraving, and lift ground aquatint that depicts a stylized tree rendered with intricate line work and vibrant hues, creating a dynamic interplay of light and shadow. The composition is characterized by its textured surface and the use of contrasting colors, which enhance the visual impact and emphasize the tree's luminous quality against the white wove paper.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Art Institute of Chicago

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Glowing Tree