Small Framed Ribbon Painting Giant Striped Bow, Abstract Minimal Fun

Description

A small acrylic painting made in 2023 by Amanda Andersen. "Metal Jacket" is from a series of small paintings of … more A small acrylic painting made in 2023 by Amanda Andersen. "Metal Jacket" is from a series of small paintings of black and white ribbons inspired by a Minimal Christmas. / Minimal Valentine.. An elegant, intimate piece of art, depicting a delicate ribbon that is tied firmly in a structured, sharp, bow on a solid grey background. The contrasting black and white stripes are festive and decorative, echoing celebration and the joy of giving or receiving a gift. This work on canvas encapsulates the graceful essence of an elegant ribbon, swirling in a passionate dance of fluidity and poise. The type of delicious bow that might decorate precious jewellery. Its seamless entwining upon itself speaks volumes of love and commitment, rendered with meticulous strokes that lend it symbolic weight, embodying profound emotions and enduring connections.

Acrylic paint on canvas, on wooden stretchers. Includes natural wooden frame pictured; ready to hang.
Size of artwork 9.4 x 11.8 in. (24 x 30 cm.)
Size with Frame: 10.6 x 13 x 1.1 in. (27 x 33 x 3 cm.)
Canvas initialed on the back. Ships in a box from Hamburg, Germany.
Canvas initialed on the back. Ships in a box from Hamburg, Germany.

About the artist: Amanda Andersen has been working for over 10 years as a professional artist; working mostly in acrylic paint on canvas. Her work balances minimal compositions with bold, high-contrast patterns and vibrant colors, navigating a space between the abstract and figurative. Inspired by the rigid lines of Agnes Martin and organic forms of Eva Hesse, she also adores fantasy films, surrealism, brutalist architecture and a really smooth gradient. Her work has shown internationally, including: the Kunstraum Kreuzberg in Berlin, Tiny Creatures in Los Angeles, the National Centre for Contemporary Arts State Museum in St Petersburg. less