Post-Modern Mixed Media Diptych, by George Caso

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Post-Modern Mixed Media Diptych, by George Caso
American, late 20th century
Signed lower left: “Caso”

A striking and architecturally scaled … Read more Post-Modern Mixed Media Diptych, by George Caso
American, late 20th century
Signed lower left: “Caso”

A striking and architecturally scaled post-modern abstract diptych by American artist George Caso, distinguished by its layered geometry, refined color harmonies, and sophisticated use of mixed media. Executed as a two-panel composition, the work demonstrates Caso’s interest in balance, spatial tension, and the dialogue between planar form and surface texture.
The composition is built from overlapping curvilinear and rectilinear shapes, rendered in a restrained yet luminous palette of terracotta red, slate blue, teal green, parchment white, and ochre, punctuated by applied gold leaf accents. These metallic elements introduce both visual rhythm and material contrast, catching light subtly and reinforcing the work’s sculptural presence. Fine splatter fields and incised linear elements further animate the surface, lending depth and movement without overwhelming the composition.

The diptych format allows the image to read as a unified whole while retaining a dynamic asymmetry—an approach closely aligned with postmodern abstraction of the late 20th century, where architectural references, collage sensibilities, and painterly experimentation converge. Caso’s handling of surface—combining opaque and translucent passages—suggests both painterly discipline and a tactile, almost relief-like quality.

Presented in matching brushed metal frames, the work is ready for installation and well-suited to modern, contemporary, or design-forward interiors. Its scale and format make it particularly effective over a console or sofa or in a corporate or gallery setting.

Overall dimensions: 48" W x 60" H
Panel 1: 30" W x 60" H
Panel 2: 18" W x 60" H

A confident and visually compelling example of American postmodern abstraction, offering strong decorative impact alongside thoughtful material execution. See less