2025 "040-25" Abstract Expressionist Cobalt & Crimson 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 "040-25" is a visceral exploration of kinetic energy and color tension. The composition is defined by an explosive interplay of Cobalt Blue and Crimson Red, anchored by a cool Steel Gray and White atmospheric ground. Lewis utilizes a signature "Action Painting" style, where bold, architectural Navy/Black gestural sweeps create a sense of "shattered" geometry and rotational force. This piece highlights the artist's Hollywood background; the heavy impasto and sweeping forms create a "living" surface that feels cinematic—as if a moment of high-speed motion was frozen on canvas. Housed in a premium Brushed Gold gallery frame, the warm metallic surround provides a sophisticated, luxurious contrast to the cool blues and fiery reds of the composition.

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 and layered impasto 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, high-clarity 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: 25"H x 21"W (Framed - Landscape Orientation)

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