John Tunnard 1900-1971
Abstract Composition
signed
painted circa 1942
inscribed P 162 verso
painted circa 1942
inscribed P 162 verso
oil on gesso prepared board
49.5 x 59.5 cms (19½ x 23½ ins)
framed: 68.5 x 79 cms (27 x 31 ins)
framed: 68.5 x 79 cms (27 x 31 ins)
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In the paintings of the early 1940s, Tunnard developed his own style of abstract Surrealism. Abstract Composition has many of his signature devices, the distant planet referencing his fascination with...
In the paintings of the early 1940s, Tunnard developed his own style of abstract Surrealism. Abstract Composition has many of his signature devices, the distant planet referencing his fascination with deep space and the hourglass figure situated to the right of the painting an illusion to time.
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Private collection, 1994 - 20182
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