This exhibition took place at our previous Southport location.
Southport, CT—On November 6th, Hollis Taggart Southport is pleased to present, Line, Shape, Color, and Form, a group exhibition featuring paintings and sculpture that examines the ground-breaking artistic pursuits of the second half of the twentieth century. The show explores the revolutionary styles, techniques and materials activated by various movements, such as Modernism,Surrealism, Abstract Expressionism, Pop Art, and Minimalism. It highlights the works of somefamiliar luminaries of this period, Allan D'Arcangelo, William Baziotes, Chryssa, Sam Gilliam,Man Ray, and Theodoros Stamos, while showcasing pieces by influential artists that defined theera including, Mike Bidlo, Lynn Chadwick, Ynez Johnston, Sven Lukin, Roy Newell, Julius To-bias, Idelle Weber, and Alan Wolfson. The exhibition will open in our Southport location (330Pequot Avenue) and will be on view through December 11.
From the late 1940s to the end of the twentieth century, many artists radically abandon styles of the past and explored new artistic approaches. They exploited the physical quality of their mediums, abandoning conventional structured compositions and direct representations. The artists'unique act of creation took priority and in doing so the lexicon of abstraction, line, shape, colour,and form, dominated their new representations of reality. As William Baziotes stated in an interview published in Perspectives, Vol. 1, no. 1 (Hunter College: NY, 1947-1948, p. 2), 'Once Isense the suggestion I begin to paint intuitively. The suggestion then becomes a phantom thatmust be caught and made real. As I work, or when the painting is finished, the subject revealsitself.' Line, Shape, Color, and Form is a visual celebration of the extraordinary diverse styles,themes, and techniques executed during the second half of the twentieth century.
'We are delighted to present an exemplarily collection of paintings and sculpture by distinguished artists that together illustrate the depth and variety of practices during this period intime' said Paul Efstathiou. 'This exhibition highlights our commitment to bring exceptional andscholarly programming to Fairfield County.'
Founded in 1979, Hollis Taggart presents significant works of American art, showcasing the trajectory of American art movements from the Hudson River School to American Modernism andthe Post-War and Contemporary eras. Its program is characterised by a deep commitment toscholarship and bringing to the fore the work of under-recognised artists. The gallery has sponsored several catalogue raisonné projects, most recently for the American Surrealist artist KaySage, and has been instrumental in advancing knowledge of such artists as Alfred Maurer,Arthur B. Carles, and more recently, Theodoros Stamos, Marjorie Strider, and Michael (Corinne)West. In the summer of 2019, the gallery announced the formal expansion of its primary marketbusiness and focus on the presentation of contemporary work. It continues to expand its roster ofcontemporary artists, focusing on emerging and mid-career talents. With more than 40 years of experience, Hollis Taggart is widely recognised by collectors and curators for its leadership, expertise, and openness, on matters of art history, and market trends and opportunities. Thegallery's flagship location is in Chelsea, and it also operates a space in Southport, Connecticut.
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Man Ray, Adam and Even (Mythology with Red Iron) (1966 ). Unique lithograph on Rives paper. 22 1/4 x 30 inches (56.5 x 76.2 cm). Courtesy Hollis Taggart.