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Bernard Arnest
Bernard Arnest 1959 Abstract Still Life Oil Mid-Century Modern Painting
1959

Name: Bernard Arnest 1959 Abstract Still Life Oil Mid-Century Modern Painting
Brand: Bernard Arnest
Rating: 5 (42 reviews)

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About the Item

A vibrant and highly collectible 1959 oil on canvas by Bernard Arnest, this abstract still life represents a prime example of the artist’s mature mid-century modernist style - where traditional subject matter is reimagined through bold color, structure, and rhythmic abstraction. Arnest transforms a classic tabletop arrangement - fruit, foliage, and patterned textile- into a dynamic composition of interlocking forms and saturated color. Sweeping lines and layered shapes create a sense of movement and energy, while the nuanced ground anchors the composition with depth and balance. The result is a sophisticated interplay between representation and abstraction, a hallmark of Arnest’s most desirable work. Executed in oil with confident, painterly handling, the work reflects the broader evolution of postwar American modernism, where artists sought to reinterpret traditional genres through a contemporary lens. Arnest’s ability to maintain recognizable subject matter while pushing toward abstraction places him in dialogue with key mid-century movements, making works like this especially appealing to collectors bridging modern and traditional sensibilities. A Guggenheim Fellow and widely exhibited artist, Arnest held a significant position within American modernism, with exhibitions at major institutions including the Whitney Museum and the San Francisco Museum of Art. His long association with Kraushaar Galleries in New York and his role as Chair of the Art Department at Colorado College further solidify his importance within both national and regional art histories. Large-scale works from the late 1950s—particularly those that successfully merge still life with abstraction—are among the most desirable in Arnest’s oeuvre. This example stands out for its scale, color clarity, and compositional strength, making it equally compelling for serious collectors and design-driven interiors. Professionally framed and visually commanding, this painting offers both historical significance and strong decorative impact—an ideal acquisition for collectors of mid-century modern art, American abstraction, and Western modernist painters. Framed Dimensions: 43 x 36.75 x 1.5 inches Image Size: 40 x 34 inches Medium: Oil on canvas Date: 1959 Condition: Very good; professionally framed

Creator:
Bernard Arnest (1917 - 1986, American)
Creation Year:
1959
Dimensions:
Height: 43 in (109.22 cm)Width: 36.75 in (93.35 cm)Depth: 1.5 in (3.81 cm)
Medium:
Oil
Movement & Style:
Abstract
Period:
1950-1959
Framing:
Frame Included
Framing Options Available
Condition:
very good condition.
Gallery Location:
Denver, CO
Reference Number:
Seller: 266261stDibs: LU27311363122

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