Bridget Riley 'Large Fragment 2'
Bridget Riley 'Large Fragment 2'
Bridget Riley
'Large Fragment 2'
2009
Screenprint in three colours on wove paper
149.9 x 106 cm
Signed, dated and titled in pencil by the artist
Edition of 50
Sold Framed
£32,000.00
Representing the artist’s continued exploration of colour and form, ‘Large Fragment 2’ with overlapping its waves creating a sense of rhythmic movement and harmony. The work gives the impression of a three-dimensional space unfolding before the viewer's eyes producing one of Riley’s iconic optical effects.
By juxtaposing complementary or contrasting hues, Riley creates visual tension and depth within her artworks, imbuing her work with a sense of energy. Her exploitation of optical illusions makes her 2D canvases move, vibrate and sparkle, allowing the viewer to reflect on how they feel physically when observing. This was the main goal of the optical art movement, which became popular in the 1960’s through the works of Riley, Victor Vasarely and Richard Anuskiewicz.
Image Credit: Johnnie Shand Kydd for New York Times
Bridget Riley
Bridget Riley is a British artist renowned for her groundbreaking contributions to the Op Art movement. Born in London, Riley initially pursued a career in illustrating before turning to abstract painting in the late 1950s. Her distinctive style consists of vibrant geometric patterns and optical illusions, creating mesmerising visual effects that challenge perception. Her influential works have been exhibited in prestigious galleries worldwide and have left an indelible mark on the art world, inspiring generations of artists.
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