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Joann Gedney
"Untitled" Joann Gedney, Mid-Century, Modernist Abstract Composition, Grey, Blue

circa 1960

$18,000
£13,594.66
€15,916.23
CA$25,572.87
A$26,017.09
CHF 14,910.39
MX$313,261.94
NOK 174,274.96
SEK 175,039.80
DKK 118,988.11

About the Item

Joann Gedney Untitled, circa 1960 Signed lower right Oil on canvas 34 x 36 inches Provenance Private Collection, New Jersey Joann Gedney emerged as a pioneering force in the art world during a time when women artists faced significant challenges. Despite the male-dominated nature of the art scene, Gedney fearlessly forged her career, leaving an indelible mark on the art world with her innovative works. Gedney’s artistic practice encompassed a wide range of mediums, including paintings, drawings, works on paper, and sculpture. Her compositions were characterized by gestural brushstrokes, bold lines, and the skillful use of color and shapes. Drawing inspiration from the Abstract Expressionist movement, Gedney’s works exuded a sense of energy and emotion, inviting viewers to explore the depths of their own subconscious. While Gedney’s contributions to the New York School are often overlooked in mainstream narratives, she was an active participant in the movement and played a crucial role in its development. As a founding member of March Gallery, one of the cooperative spaces associated with the New York School, Gedney helped create a platform for artists to showcase their work and foster a sense of community within the art world. In her early paintings, Gedney seamlessly blended abstraction and representation, often depicting landscapes in a unique and captivating manner. Her ability to capture the essence of nature through her bold brushstrokes and vibrant color palettes showcased her exceptional talent and artistic vision. As she continued to evolve as an artist, Gedney delved deeper into abstraction, pushing the boundaries of her own creativity and exploring new artistic territories. Despite her shift towards abstraction, Gedney never completely abandoned representation in her work. A notable example of this can be seen in a series of ceramic figures she produced. These sculptures, with their expressive depictions of the human face and body, served as a testament to Gedney’s profound understanding of the power of the human form as a means of artistic expression.
  • Creator:
    Joann Gedney (1925 - 2013, American)
  • Creation Year:
    circa 1960
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 35.5 in (90.17 cm)Width: 37.5 in (95.25 cm)
  • Medium:
    Canvas,Oil
  • Movement & Style:
    Abstract Expressionist
  • Period:
    1960-1969
  • Condition:
  • Gallery Location:
    New York, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1841217828632

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