Large Tom Hayward Abstract Figural Painting, Cubist Style Faces, Neutral Tones

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Large Tom Hayward Abstract Figural Painting, Cubist Style Faces

A commanding and visually impactful large-scale signed abstract figural painting by … Read more Large Tom Hayward Abstract Figural Painting, Cubist Style Faces

A commanding and visually impactful large-scale signed abstract figural painting by Tom Hayward, executed in a sophisticated neutral palette of warm taupe, cream, ivory, soft gray, and charcoal black. Measuring an impressive 48 x 57 inches, this work offers exceptional wall presence and is ideally suited as a statement piece in a refined interior.

The composition presents a rhythmic grouping of five stylized, mask-like faces arranged in an interlocking, Cubist-inspired structure. Bold black contour lines define overlapping forms, creating a strong architectural framework, while elongated features and simplified almond-shaped eyes introduce a calm, introspective expression. The visual language subtly recalls early modernist figuration—most notably the influence of Pablo Picasso—while remaining firmly grounded in a contemporary decorative aesthetic.

The surface displays expressive texture and layered brushwork, with nuanced tonal variation that adds depth and movement. The interplay of matte passages and slightly raised paint enhances the tactile quality, inviting close inspection while maintaining strong visual impact from across the room.

Hayward’s restrained palette enhances versatility, allowing the painting to integrate seamlessly into modern, mid-century, Brutalist, or transitional interiors. Its large scale is particularly desirable, making it ideal above a sofa, credenza, or dining room sideboard, or as a focal point in a gallery wall or design-forward commercial space.

Signed lower right Tom Hayward.

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Artist: Tom Hayward
Origin: United States
Circa: Late 20th Century (circa 1970s–1990s)
Medium: Acrylic or mixed media on canvas (to be confirmed)
Style: Contemporary / Cubist Inspired / Abstract Figural
Dimensions: 48 in High × 57 in Wide x 1 in Deep See less