Bill Komodore, Rain, Oil Painting, 2006

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Bill Komodore - Optical Art Series - Large Geometric Abstract Oil Painting An electrifying example of Bill Komodore’s masterful engagement … Read more Bill Komodore - Optical Art Series - Large Geometric Abstract Oil Painting An electrifying example of Bill Komodore’s masterful engagement with Op Art, this geometric abstraction pulses with rhythmic energy and visual tension. Komodore, a Greek-American artist known for his precise, illusionistic compositions, studied under Mark Rothko and carried forth a deep understanding of color theory and spatial dynamics. This striking piece exemplifies Komodore’s command of linear patterning and spatial depth. Crisp, diagonal blue-and-white stripes create a mesmerizing optical effect, drawing the viewer into an ever-shifting perceptual experience. The work is emblematic of the Op Art movement, standing alongside the legacies of Bridget Riley and Victor Vasarely. About the Artist: - Bill Komodore (1932-2012) was an influential abstract and Op Art painter. - Studied under Mark Rothko, absorbing color field theory and visual dynamism. - Exhibited internationally, with works held in notable private and institutional collections. - Known for bold compositions that challenge perception and movement. This piece is a rare opportunity for collectors to acquire a work by an under-recognized yet pivotal artist in 20th-century geometric abstraction. Ideal for modern interiors, corporate collections, and serious Op Art enthusiasts. Bill Komodore was included in the major Op exhibitions of the 1960s, including: MoMA’s "The Responsive Eye" 1965; the Albright-Knox’s "Plus by Minus" 1966; the Museum of Fine Arts, "Boston’s Multiplicity" 1966; and the Cincinnati Art Museum’s "Art in Motion" 1965. At the Whitney Museum of American Art, Komodore was included in "Young America: Thirty Artists under Thirty-Five" in 1965, "Artists Under Forty" in 1968, and the annual exhibitions of 1965 and 1967. This piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no
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