Duane BrownUsed Books, Oil Painting2023
2023
About the Item
Artist Comments
A figure, viewed from above, confronts an overwhelming mass of books, echoing the anxieties about the saturation of information in contemporary society. The scene captures a moment that resonates with themes of information overload, curation, and the ways people engage with knowledge. These subjects are highly relevant in today's art world. A version of this artwork appeared on the cover of Pomegranate London (#3) in the UK.
About the Artist
Artist Duane Brown captures everyday life with a focus on intimate, often overlooked moments. Originally from Northern California and now based in New Mexico, Duane began as a photo-realist but found new energy in expressive painting after years of working as a caricature artist. “I found the freedom of improvisation in my brushstrokes to be a more rewarding way to express my vision,†shares Duane. His scenes often unfold instinctively, drawing references from live models, 3D software, personal photos, and even paused frames from old movies. Duane paints from a home studio, where he can easily respond to bursts of inspiration day or night. Outside of painting, he reads newspapers and periodicals aloud for the New Mexico Commission for the Blind—a role that adds unexpected meaning to the visual nature of his work.
Words that describe this painting: book, library, bookstore, aerial, perspective, birds-eye-view, man, interior, impressionism, people, oil painting, brown
Used Books
Duane Brown
Oil painting on canvas board
Varnished and Ready to frame
One-of-a-kind
Signed on front
2023
18 in. h x 12 in. w x .12 in. d
0 lbs. 12 oz.
- Creator:Duane Brown
- Creation Year:2023
- Dimensions:Height: 18 in (45.72 cm)Width: 12 in (30.48 cm)Depth: 0.12 in (3.05 mm)
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- Condition:Used Books. Duane Brown. Oil painting on canvas board. Varnished and Ready to frame. One-of-a-kind. Signed on front.
- Gallery Location:San Francisco, CA
- Reference Number:Seller: 805331stDibs: LU922117020312
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