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John Plumb
1927-2008

John Plumb 1927-2008

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Open a larger version of the following image in a popup: John Plumb, Colour Ladder
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John Plumb 1927-2008

Colour Ladder
painted circa 1970
estate stamp verso
acrylic on cotton duck
202 x 106 cms (80 x 42 ins)
framed: 205 x 109 cms (81 x 43 ins)
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  • (View a larger image of thumbnail 1 ) John Plumb, Still Life (with Meat Mincer & Mangle)
  • (View a larger image of thumbnail 2 ) John Plumb, Still Life (with Meat Mincer & Mangle)
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At the beginning of his career, in 1953, and again in 1957, he was represented in two of the abstract exhibitions of the Artist International Association. In 1960, he also...
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At the beginning of his career, in 1953, and again in 1957, he was represented in two of the abstract exhibitions of the Artist International Association. In 1960, he also featured in the groundbreaking 'Situation' exhibition alongside Bridget Riley, Robyn Denny and William Turnbull. Constantly seeking new directions, his work progressed through distinct chronological phases which included the 1960s 'Tape Paintings' and into the 1970s with the 'Chance' and 'Colour Ladder' series. Typically, large-scale and with a randomly selected palette, this painting exemplifies his use of irregular optical devices.
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Purchased directly from the artist in 2007
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