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Direct gravure printed in brown

Wayne Thiebaud’s Crown Tart, created in 2015, is a limited edition direct gravure print in brown tones, measuring 15 by 17 inches. The artwork features a simple yet elegant depiction of a tart with a domed, crown-like top. Rendered in Thiebaud’s signature style, the piece emphasizes texture and form, with bold, expressive lines and shadows giving the dessert a sculptural quality. The use of monochromatic brown enhances the sense of nostalgia and evokes the warmth associated with baked goods. Thiebaud, known for his explorations of everyday objects, transforms this humble tart into an iconic, almost timeless subject through his distinctive approach.

Wayne Thiebaud (USA, 1920–2021) was a celebrated painter known for his vibrant depictions of everyday objects like cakes, pies, and gumball machines. His textured brushwork and use of bold color captured the charm of Americana. A key figure in American art, Thiebaud bridged Pop Art and realism.

Thiebaud Wayne

Crown Tart, 2015

Name: Crown Tart, 2015
SKU: 12799
Price: 11900.00 USD
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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.

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Mixed Media

Mixed MediaMixed media refers to artwork that incorporates more than one medium within a single piece. Unlike multimedia art, which combines distinct forms of visual art and often includes elements like sound, video, or digital media, mixed media focuses on combining traditional art materials, such as paint, ink, and collage. Mixed media art allows artists to achieve a wide range of effects and textures by layering and blending different materials.

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Edition of 35

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My sin as a painter is that I just want to paint anything I want to paint - and
repaint.

- Wayne Thiebaud

Wayne Thiebaud (b. 1920 USA, d. 2021 USA) was an American painter best known for his vibrant depictions of everyday objects, particularly his iconic paintings of cakes, pies, and other desserts. His work is celebrated for its rich use of color, thickly applied paint, and a keen sense of light and shadow, which give his subjects a three-dimensional, almost tactile quality. Thiebaud's style blends Pop art sensibilities with a deep appreciation for traditional American realism, creating works that are both nostalgic and visually striking. Although often associated with Pop Art due to his focus on consumer goods, Thiebaud's work is distinguished by its emotional depth and subtle commentary on the passage of time and the pleasures of life. His paintings have been widely exhibited in major museums, including the Whitney Museum of American Art and the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art, establishing him as a beloved figure in American art.

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Thiebaud Wayne

Crown Tart, 2015

38.1 x 43.2 cm

Thiebaud Wayne

Crown Tart, 2015

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Three Cows, 1991

Dark Hill River, 2002

Country City, 1988

Cut Cakes, 2015

Crown Tart, 2015

Trout Fishing in America, 1994

Neapolitan Pie, 1990

Cigars, 1979

Glassed Cand(...), 1980

Sundae Color

Tulip Sundae, 2015

Gum Machine, 1967/2023

City Edge, 1988

Clown, 1979

Olives, 1964

Dark Hill Ri(...), 2002

Suckers Stat(...), 1968

Rose, 1979

Neighborhood(...), 1984

Marina Ridge, 1997

Candy Apples, 1964

Delicatessen(...), 1965

Little Red S(...), 1971

Down 18th, 1979

Pies, 1964

Double Decke(...), 1964

Suckers, 1964

Cut Melon, 1964

Country City, 1988

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