2025 "047-25" Abstract Expressionist Crimson & Emerald Green Painting by Mark Lewis

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Evaluation Offered directly from the private collection of the artist’s family, this original abstract carries an impeccable line of American … Read more Evaluation Offered directly from the private collection of the artist’s family, this original abstract carries an impeccable line of American provenance. Mark Lewis (b. 1958) 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 an ironclad heritage line, making this work a significant asset for collectors of contemporary fine art with deep historical roots.

The Piece "047-25" is a visceral exploration of kinetic energy and high-relief texture. The palette is a bold, complementary arrangement of Crimson Red and Forest Green, punctuated by luminous White gestural strikes. Lewis utilizes an aggressive "Action Painting" style, where thick impasto and sweeping, multi-directional strokes create a "living" surface that feels both theatrical and multi-dimensional. This piece highlights the artist's Hollywood background; the composition captures a sense of raw, frozen motion that responds dynamically to shifting natural light. Housed in a custom Black gallery-grade frame, the work serves as a commanding focal point for modern or maximalist interiors.

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 heavy textures to bridge 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 vibrant color saturation.

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

Specifications

Medium: Acrylic on Canvas

Dimensions: 21"H x 25"W (Framed - Landscape Orientation)

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