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Sue Carlson
Etude in Cerulean, 40x30In. Blue Striped Abstract Vertical Contemporary Painting

2018

$3,500
£2,669.69
€3,046.63
CA$4,921.92
A$5,401.92
CHF 2,838.79
MX$64,281.77
NOK 36,288.16
SEK 33,160.19
DKK 22,761.38

About the Item

This contemplative abstract painting presents a refined exploration of rhythm, restraint, and chromatic nuance. Composed of layered horizontal bands in varying intensities of cerulean, cobalt, and soft sky blue, the work unfolds like a visual meditation on light, atmosphere, and duration. Subtle shifts in density and saturation guide the eye across the surface, creating a sense of movement that is both measured and immersive. Executed in oil on linen, the surface reveals the artist’s deliberate process—brushstrokes remain visible, occasionally interrupted by delicate speckling and tonal variations that introduce texture and quiet tension. These nuanced fluctuations prevent uniformity, allowing each band to assert its own presence while remaining in harmonious dialogue with the whole. The restrained palette amplifies this effect, evoking associations with sea horizons, shifting skies, or the passage of time recorded in strata. The composition balances precision and intuition, where repetition becomes expressive rather than rigid. The linen support adds warmth and subtle tooth, enhancing the tactile quality of the paint and underscoring the work’s material intelligence. Both minimal and emotionally resonant, the painting rewards sustained looking, offering a calm yet dynamic presence that adapts beautifully to contemporary interiors. This work exemplifies a sophisticated approach to abstraction—one that privileges nuance, surface, and tempo over overt gesture—making it a compelling addition to a thoughtfully curated collection.
  • Creator:
    Sue Carlson (American)
  • Creation Year:
    2018
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 40 in (101.6 cm)Width: 30 in (76.2 cm)Depth: 1.5 in (3.81 cm)
  • Medium:
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  • Condition:
  • Gallery Location:
    New York, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU416317375402

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