Florence Putterman (1927-2021) - Acrylic & Sand on Canvas

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Florence Putterman (1927 - 2021) - Animal Legends VI - Acrylic & Sand on Canvas - 48" H x 44" … Read more Florence Putterman (1927 - 2021) - Animal Legends VI - Acrylic & Sand on Canvas - 48" H x 44" W

About the Artist

Florence Putterman (1927–2021) was an American abstract artist celebrated for her richly textured, emotionally resonant compositions that explore memory, movement, and metaphor. Working primarily in acrylic and mixed media, she developed a distinctive style marked by layered surfaces, expressive color, and a strong sense of rhythm and structure. Her work reflects a lifelong engagement with modernist abstraction while remaining deeply personal and intuitive. Putterman’s paintings are held in numerous public and private collections, including major institutions such as The Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Art Institute of Chicago, and the Philadelphia Museum of Art, among many others.

About the Painting

This dynamic acrylic and sand painting features a richly layered surface where bold, gestural forms intersect with vibrant fields of turquoise, coral, and earthen tones. Textural passages of sand add a tactile, almost sculptural quality, enhancing the sense of movement and depth across the composition. Abstract symbols, spirals, and sweeping arcs suggest an intuitive visual language that feels both playful and mysterious. The result is an expressive, contemporary work that invites close viewing and personal interpretation. See less