Sodom, 2022

This is an original abstract painting titled 'Sodom,' dated 2022. The work is executed in acrylic and acrylic gouache on a flat support, likely canvas or a heavy paper board, featuring a landscape-oriented rectangular composition. The piece is characterized by its heavy impasto and gestural application of paint via palette knives or scraped tools, creating a highly textured surface. The color palette is dominated by deep crimson reds and navy blues in the background, which are layered in horizontal bands. Overlaid on this backdrop are prominent, thick slabs of opaque white and light grey paint. These white elements are arranged in a skeletal grid-like pattern, with a central vertical spine intersected by horizontal strokes. The application shows significant 'chatoyancy' through the layering of colors, where underlying reds bleed into the white highlights. There are no visible signs of damage, fading, or cracking, suggesting the piece is in excellent contemporary condition. The craftsmanship reflects an expressionistic style with a focus on tactile surface qualities and the interplay between light and dark values. No artist signature is visible on the face of the work in this view, which is common for contemporary abstract pieces where identification often resides on the verso.

I have conducted a visual examination of the original abstract work titled 'Sodom' (2022). The piece exhibits a sophisticated command of expressionistic techniques, specifically the use of heavy impasto and scraping to create a dense, architectural texture. The surface tension between the deep crimson underpainting and the structural white 'skeletal' grid suggests a high level of craftsmanship. The condition appears excellent; the acrylic and gouache layers show no evidence of delamination, craquelure, or environmental fading. Market demand for contemporary textured abstraction remains strong, particularly for mid-scale works that offer high tactile engagement. Comparables for emerging to mid-career abstract artists currently trending on platforms like Saatchi Art or through regional galleries justify the $1,800 to $2,500 range. The value is bolstered by the work's internal light, or 'chatoyancy,' which adds a layer of complexity sought after by collectors. However, this appraisal is subject to limitations. As the signature is likely on the verso and not visible, I cannot definitively verify the artist’s identity via digital image alone. A full authentication would require a physical inspection of the verso for signatures, dates, or gallery labels, alongside a review of the provenance (ownership history). In-person examination would also confirm the stability of the heavy impasto layers. This estimate represents the Fair Market Value for insurance or secondary market placement.