WALTON FORD "PESTVOGEL" 2016
Walton Ford (b. 1960) is an American artist renowned for his artworks that vividly portray historic wildlife, flora, and fauna reminiscent of naturalist illustrations heightened with elements of fantasy.
Rich in allegory, Ford's works celebrate biodiversity while offering a critical examination of humanity's historical impact on the natural world.
Ford's dynamic compositions are rendered with remarkable precision, bringing to life complex depictions of animals through vibrant colors and intricate details. The artist fills his images with subtle symbols and precise details, creating a tapestry of layered meaning throughout his work.
"Pestvogel" features a florescent throated kingfisher perched atop a tree. Rendered in a tropical palette, the serene ecosystem occupies the foreground of the work, positioning the viewer as an observer of this intimate natural habitat.
Looking beyond the tranquil scene reveals a much more sinister reality. Powerful explosions illuminate the backdrop, exposing the natural environment engulfed in flames. Like the best of his work, Ford employs juxtaposition to illustrate the impact of colonialism and industrialization on the natural world.
Ford's work is celebrated in numerous public collections including the Museum of Modern Art (New York), the Smithsonian American Art Museum (Washington, D.C.), and the Princeton University Art Museum (New Jersey).
Questions about this piece? Contact us or call +1.416.704.1720.
Visit our Toronto gallery on Thursdays or by appointment.
"Pestvogel"
2016
Six plate color print with etching and aquatint on Somerset satin paper
Signed and dated by the artist, bottom right
From an edition of 65
40"H 30.75"W (work)
Very good condition
Original: $16,000.00
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WALTON FORD "PESTVOGEL" 2016
Walton Ford (b. 1960) is an American artist renowned for his artworks that vividly portray historic wildlife, flora, and fauna reminiscent of naturalist illustrations heightened with elements of fantasy.
Rich in allegory, Ford's works celebrate biodiversity while offering a critical examination of humanity's historical impact on the natural world.
Ford's dynamic compositions are rendered with remarkable precision, bringing to life complex depictions of animals through vibrant colors and intricate details. The artist fills his images with subtle symbols and precise details, creating a tapestry of layered meaning throughout his work.
"Pestvogel" features a florescent throated kingfisher perched atop a tree. Rendered in a tropical palette, the serene ecosystem occupies the foreground of the work, positioning the viewer as an observer of this intimate natural habitat.
Looking beyond the tranquil scene reveals a much more sinister reality. Powerful explosions illuminate the backdrop, exposing the natural environment engulfed in flames. Like the best of his work, Ford employs juxtaposition to illustrate the impact of colonialism and industrialization on the natural world.
Ford's work is celebrated in numerous public collections including the Museum of Modern Art (New York), the Smithsonian American Art Museum (Washington, D.C.), and the Princeton University Art Museum (New Jersey).
Questions about this piece? Contact us or call +1.416.704.1720.
Visit our Toronto gallery on Thursdays or by appointment.
"Pestvogel"
2016
Six plate color print with etching and aquatint on Somerset satin paper
Signed and dated by the artist, bottom right
From an edition of 65
40"H 30.75"W (work)
Very good condition
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Walton Ford (b. 1960) is an American artist renowned for his artworks that vividly portray historic wildlife, flora, and fauna reminiscent of naturalist illustrations heightened with elements of fantasy.
Rich in allegory, Ford's works celebrate biodiversity while offering a critical examination of humanity's historical impact on the natural world.
Ford's dynamic compositions are rendered with remarkable precision, bringing to life complex depictions of animals through vibrant colors and intricate details. The artist fills his images with subtle symbols and precise details, creating a tapestry of layered meaning throughout his work.
"Pestvogel" features a florescent throated kingfisher perched atop a tree. Rendered in a tropical palette, the serene ecosystem occupies the foreground of the work, positioning the viewer as an observer of this intimate natural habitat.
Looking beyond the tranquil scene reveals a much more sinister reality. Powerful explosions illuminate the backdrop, exposing the natural environment engulfed in flames. Like the best of his work, Ford employs juxtaposition to illustrate the impact of colonialism and industrialization on the natural world.
Ford's work is celebrated in numerous public collections including the Museum of Modern Art (New York), the Smithsonian American Art Museum (Washington, D.C.), and the Princeton University Art Museum (New Jersey).
Questions about this piece? Contact us or call +1.416.704.1720.
Visit our Toronto gallery on Thursdays or by appointment.
"Pestvogel"
2016
Six plate color print with etching and aquatint on Somerset satin paper
Signed and dated by the artist, bottom right
From an edition of 65
40"H 30.75"W (work)
Very good condition
