2025 "029-25" Abstract Expressionist Sage & Parchment Painting by Mark Lewis

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Evaluation Offered directly from the private collection of the artist’s family, this original abstract by Mark Lewis (b. 1958) carries … Read more Evaluation Offered directly from the private collection of the artist’s family, this original abstract 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 knows the Cy Young name for athletic precision, this work highlights the family's artistic lineage. Direct stewardship by the artist’s kin ensures a seamless history of ownership, making this piece a significant heritage asset for collectors of both contemporary fine art and American history.

The Piece "029-25" is a visceral study in organic texture and tonal subtlety. The palette is a sophisticated arrangement of Deep Sage and Forest Green, balanced by Parchment White and Charcoal. Unlike his high-contrast primary works, this piece utilizes a "shattered" geometric effect that mimics the natural patterns of stone or frost. The composition features heavy, "non-flat" impasto and intricate veining that captures the eye and invites close inspection. This piece reflects Lewis’s background as a Hollywood actor; the work is inherently cinematic, using light and shadow to create a sense of depth and movement that shifts throughout the day. Presented in a statement Brushed Gold gallery frame, the work serves as a sophisticated, grounded anchor for high-end minimalist or "Organic Modern" interiors.

The Artist Mark Lewis’s path to the canvas is a uniquely American story. A U.S. Navy veteran who traveled the world, Lewis later found success as an actor in Hollywood, with credits in ER and Anger Management. This varied life experience—from military discipline to visual storytelling—is distilled into his "living art." Based in Southern California, Lewis is celebrated for textured surfaces that respond dynamically to their environment, bridging the grit of his Midwestern roots with West Coast modernist aesthetics.

Condition

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

Frame: The Brushed Gold gallery frame is in new, gallery-ready condition and provides a sophisticated, warm finish.

Specifications

Medium: Acrylic on Canvas

Dimensions: 23"H x 27"W (Framed - Landscape Orientation)

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