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Ink on newsprint, signed in pencil verso

Untitled (Angular Face) by Joe Bradley is a limited edition ink print from 2014 that presents a rough, expressive rendering of a face using minimalist strokes on newsprint. The artwork features a geometric, angular form, with bold lines suggesting facial features such as an eye and mouth. Bradley's choice of newsprint as a medium, combined with the textured, almost smudged ink application, imparts a raw, ephemeral quality to the piece. This simplicity captures an essence of abstraction, reminiscent of primitive or childlike drawing styles, inviting viewers to explore the interplay between spontaneity and form in contemporary art.

Joe Bradley (USA, 1975) is a contemporary artist recognized for his minimalist paintings and abstract compositions. Known for his use of bold, simplified forms and muted color palettes, his works explore the interplay between abstraction and representation, drawing inspiration from modernist traditions and art history.

Joe Bradley

Untitled (Angular Face), 2014

Name: Untitled (Angular Face), 2014
SKU: 9447
Price: 1300.00 USD
Availability: InStock

Form

Limited Edition Print

Limited Edition PrintA limited edition print is one of a number of prints made at the same time from one printmaking plate. A fixed number are made and signed by the artist, indicating the printing order, using the format 1/10, meaning first of ten prints.

Medium

Ink

InkInk is a colored liquid or paste used for writing, drawing, painting, and printing. The term also refers to the process of applying ink to mark, cover, stain, draw, or trace over pencil lines. Ink can be applied using various tools, such as pens, brushes, and quills.

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Edition of 100

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I think painting has that unique potential to project opposing viewpoints.
- Joe Bradley

Joe Bradley is widely recognised for his ironic and cynical take on art; his work is often produced under minimal effort, a Joe Bradley (b. 1975 USA) is an American contemporary artist known for his minimalist approach to painting and sculpture. Bradley's work often features simple, bold forms and a raw aesthetic that challenges traditional notions of refinement in art. His early works, characterized by their geometric simplicity, gradually evolved into more expressive, abstract forms, often executed on large canvases. Bradley's use of color and form is both playful and deliberate, drawing inspiration from Abstract Expressionism and Pop Art while maintaining a unique voice within the contemporary art world. His work has been celebrated for its ability to merge high and low art, creating pieces that are both accessible and intellectually engaging.

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What is minimalism?

Minimalism is a style in music and visual arts characterized by pared-down designs and simplicity. It began in Western art after World War II, gaining prominence particularly in American visual arts. Minimalism draws heavily on aspects of modernism and is often viewed as a reaction against Abstract Expressionism, as well as a precursor to post-minimal art practices. Prominent minimalist artists include Agnes Martin, Donald Judd, Robert Morris, Frank Stella, and Dan Flavin.

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Joe Bradley

Untitled (Angular Face), 2014

71.1 x 54.6 cm

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