Art | Chloe — Masterful Modernist Portrait by Harry Charles Tim (Framed & Signed)
£2,200.00
Description
"Chloe" is a commanding presence, utilizing a restricted but vibrant palette to explore the boundaries of contemporary portraiture. It is a work that demands—and rewards—sustained attention.
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Chloe — Signed Modernist Portrait from the Artist’s ‘Longhead’ Series
By Harry Charles Tim (Framed & Signed)
"Chloe" is a commanding presence, utilizing a restricted but vibrant palette to explore the boundaries of contemporary portraiture. It is a work that demands—and rewards—sustained attention.
The central motif of the elongated neck is a sophisticated nod to the School of Paris (specifically the influence of Modigliani), re-engineered here with a sharper, more geometric Modernist sensibility. This elongation creates an elegant verticality that elevates the subject to a near-iconic status.
The painting is defined by its dramatic "Midnight" ground. This near-black void pushes the vibrant reds of Chloe’s hair and dress toward the viewer, creating a visual "pop" that is balanced by the cool, translucent skin tones and the subject's guarded, enigmatic expression.
Tim employs a confident impasto technique. The brushwork is deliberate and visible, adding a physical topography to the canvas. The contrast between the broad, flat planes of color in the clothing and the more delicately sculpted features of the face showcases a mature artist in full control of his medium.
The work is housed in a bold, sympathetic gilded frame. The gold leaf acts as a third primary color, reflecting the warm undertones of the red paint and providing a traditional "window" for this strikingly modern subject.
Condition Report
Great condition
Measurement
Height: 86 cm / 33.9 inches
Width: 60 cm / 23.6 inches
Depth: 2 cm / 0.8 inches
Weight: 2.1 k.g / 4.6 lbs
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