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May 28, 2018

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LOT 95

Lot 95

BRIAN KIPPING

BRIAN KIPPING
Lot 95 Details
BRIAN KIPPING

ARTIST’S PARTY

oil on canvas
signed, titled and dated 1999 on the reverse
24 ins x 36 ins; 61 cms x 91.4 cms

Estimate $6,000-$8,000

Realised: $19,200
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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BRIAN KIPPING
  • BRIAN KIPPING
Provenance:

Private Collection, Toronto

Note:

As a painter, Brian Kipping (1953-2007) is best known for his urban landscapes, with evacuated night cities - in particular, downtown Toronto - illuminated by the chiaroscuro glow of street lights. Artist’s Party presents a much more intimate perspective: the inside of a large room, filled with light and people. Despite the clamour of the party, the figures remain obscured and indistinct; much of the focus is given to the space above, echoing the vacancies of his street paintings. The image vibrates with a bleary energy, and the whole room seems to double and animate with activity that is immediately felt rather than seen. The image radiates with a mesmerising glow, the room filling with the buzz of half-remembered conversations and warm after images. Absent of recognisable figures, Kipping brings attention to a moment in time that is general rather than specific, and speaks to his belief of ‘paintings as painting,’ art free of function.

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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
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  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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