An intriguing and highly expressive original mixed media artwork titled Trojan Dreams, executed on handmade, deckle edged paper. The composition combines ink, watercolour, and spontaneous gestural mark-making to create a striking portrait that is both evocative and deeply personal.
The work displays strong Neo Expressionist influences, with its bold linear drawing, layered colour washes, and energetic surface treatment. Stylistically, the artwork is reminiscent of the expressive portraiture associated with artists such as Robert Hodgins and Walter Battiss, while also reflecting the experimental spirit of contemporary South African studio artists working between the 1970s and early 1990s.
Beautifully framed and ready to hang, Trojan Dreams offers a distinctive visual presence, making it an engaging addition to a contemporary interior, collector’s wall, or curated art collection.
Condition:
In good as-is cleaned condition — sturdy and well-maintained, showing gentle signs of age consistent with vintage pieces.
Dimensions:
66cm W x 2.5cm D x 86cm H
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