2025 "028-25" Abstract Expressionist Tangerine & Cobalt Painting by Mark Lewis

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Evaluation Offered directly from the private collection of the artist’s family, this original work by Mark Lewis (b. 1958) carries … Read more Evaluation Offered directly from the private collection of the artist’s family, this original work by Mark Lewis (b. 1958) carries an impeccable American provenance. Lewis is the great-grand-nephew of the legendary Hall of Fame pitcher Denton True “Cy” Young. While the world honors the Cy Young name for athletic mastery, this collection celebrates the family’s creative excellence. Direct stewardship by the artist’s kin ensures a seamless heritage line, making this piece a significant asset for collectors of contemporary fine art with deep American roots.

The Piece "028-25" is a masterful exploration of complementary contrast and visceral energy. The composition centers on a luminous, textured White core that appears to push through layers of vibrant Tangerine Orange and deep Cobalt Blue. Bold, architectural Black sweeps provide a skeletal structure, creating a "shattered" geometric effect that is a hallmark of Lewis's action-painting style. This piece highlights the artist's cinematic background; the heavy impasto and sweeping forms create a "living" surface that changes as light hits the textures. Housed in a custom Black gallery frame, the work serves as a high-energy focal point for modern or transitional estates.

The Artist Mark Lewis’s path to the canvas is a uniquely American story. After serving as a veteran in the U.S. Navy and finding success as a Hollywood actor (with credits in ER and Anger Management), Lewis turned his focus to abstract expressionism in 2006. This varied life experience—from military discipline to the visual storytelling of the film industry—is distilled into his work. Based in Southern California, Lewis is celebrated for his "non-flat" technique, utilizing high-relief textures to ensure his paintings respond dynamically to their environment.

Condition

Condition: Excellent. The paint surface is stable and pristine, featuring high-relief gestural texture and vibrant color saturation.

Frame: The Black gallery frame is in new, gallery-ready condition and provides a sophisticated, modern finish.

Specifications

Medium: Acrylic on Canvas

Dimensions: 25"H x 21"W (Framed)

Authentication: Hand-signed by Mark Lewis; includes an official COA. See less