Original artwork description:

An archive piece painted in 2015.

Britain's asylums were closed from the mid 1980's onwards. This artwork is based on photographs taken on a visit to a derelict asylum on the outskirts of London, that was soon to be demolished. These spaces hold a strange and lingering atmosphere, perhaps imbued by their former use, although all derelict buildings, for me, hold a quiet fascination. Left empty for so long, nature had begun to reclaim these spaces, with damp progressing to plant life, peeling walls and undulating floors.

This artwork is created using oil paint and wax, on board. At the time, Anselm Kiefer's work was widely displayed in London, and I was heavily influenced by his use of mixed media.

Signed on the rear and signed Certificate of Authenticity provided.

This piece will be carefully wrapped in tissue, foam board and recycled bubble wrap, then placed in a sturdy cardboard box.

Tracking code provided.

Materials used:

Oil paint and wax on board

Tags:

#urban #contemporary #texture #light #memories #architecture #brown #quiet #decay #interior #asylum #windows #doorway #reclaimed #anselm kiefer