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Artist: Thornton Dial
Nobody at Home
By Thornton Dial, Sr.
Located in Atlanta, GA
In Thornton Dial's assemblage, masklike faces with staring eyes and open mouths emerge from a dense maze of layers streaked in red, white, blue, and black. Ropes painted brown snake over the surface, twisting into bodies that stretch from one side of the painting to the other. Additional objects have been attached to the surface—a paint-covered metal grill at the top and a wire rack on the right edge, for example—which accentuate the artwork's sculptural appearance. The resulting lattice of colors, forms, and objects gives the impression that, if the artwork's strata were excavated, much more could be discovered.
In many respects, "excavation" is an appropriate way to approach Top of the Line (Steel).By layering paint and objects that Dial collects from around his home in Bessemer, Alabama, a suburb of Birmingham, the artist creates a series of evocative relationships. Dial encourages viewers to look closely at the artwork, excavating meaning from the interplay of forms and even from the title, which has several interpretations. For example, "top of the line" refers both to a position in an assembly line...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Thornton Dial Paintings
Materials
Oil
$110,500
Unnamed
By Thornton Dial, Sr.
Located in Atlanta, GA
Born in Emelle, Alabama in 1928, artistic giant Thornton Dial - who never learned to read or write - rose to the pinnacle of contemporary art history over a thirty year trajectory th...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Thornton Dial Paintings
Materials
Mixed Media
$84,500
Ground Level: Slash
By Thornton Dial, Sr.
Located in Atlanta, GA
In Thornton Dial's assemblage, masklike faces with staring eyes and open mouths emerge from a dense maze of layers streaked in red, white, blue, and black. Ropes painted brown snake over the surface, twisting into bodies that stretch from one side of the painting to the other. Additional objects have been attached to the surface—a paint-covered metal grill at the top and a wire rack on the right edge, for example—which accentuate the artwork's sculptural appearance. The resulting lattice of colors, forms, and objects gives the impression that, if the artwork's strata were excavated, much more could be discovered.
In many respects, "excavation" is an appropriate way to approach Top of the Line (Steel).By layering paint and objects that Dial collects from around his home in Bessemer, Alabama, a suburb of Birmingham, the artist creates a series of evocative relationships. Dial encourages viewers to look closely at the artwork, excavating meaning from the interplay of forms and even from the title, which has several interpretations. For example, "top of the line" refers both to a position in an assembly line...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Thornton Dial Paintings
Materials
Mixed Media
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Find a wide variety of authentic Thornton Dial paintings available for sale on 1stDibs. You can also browse by medium to find art by Thornton Dial in mixed media, paint, acrylic paint and more. Much of the original work by this artist or collective was created during the 21st century and contemporary and is mostly associated with the abstract style. Not every interior allows for large Thornton Dial paintings, so small editions measuring 46 inches across are available. Customers who are interested in this artist might also find the work of Wilson Henry Irvine, Steven Guy Bilodeau, and Virginia Rogers. Thornton Dial paintings prices can differ depending upon medium, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $84,500 and tops out at $110,500, while the average work can sell for $84,500.
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- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Thornton Dial primarily used spray paint and found materials to produce his art. The self-taught American artist frequently combined organic elements like tree branches with man-made items, such as discarded rebar, barbed wire and rags. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Thornton Dial art.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Thornton Dial is an American artist best known for his large-scale assemblage paintings. Thornton Dial’s artwork covered topics such as civil rights, natural disasters and current events. Thornton Dial’s work has been displayed around the world at large culture institutions, such as the Whitney Biennial. Shop a selection of Thornton Dial artwork on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 30, 2024How much Thornton Dial art is worth will depend on its size, medium, history, condition and other factors. In 2023, the artist’s mixed media on canvas work Sneakin' In fetched $277,440 at auction. The piece is a fine example of Dial's assemblages, often including found materials. Through his work, Dial sought to raise awareness about sociocultural issues, environmentalism and historical events. A certified appraiser or experienced art dealer can evaluate any pieces you own to help you determine how much they may be worth. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Thornton Dial art.