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Thomas W Benton - $8,500 (Greenwood Village)
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Available now is an exceptional and rare work by the legendary Aspen, Colorado artist Thomas W. Benton (1930–2007). Dated 1968, this piece comes from Benton's most prestigious "Fine Art" period, pre-dating his famous political "Gonzo" collaborations with Hunter S. Thompson.
TECHNICAL EXCELLENCE & UNIQUE MEDIUM
Titled "Mountain After Sesshu," this work is a stunning technical fusion of Western Abstract Expressionism and Eastern Zen philosophy.
The Material: Executed in vibrant Synthetic Base Paint on Natural Silk.
The Technique: Benton utilizes the Haboku (Splashed Ink) style of Japanese master Sesshu Toyo, creating a glowing, atmospheric mountain peak that seems to radiate from the deep-black negative space.
Texture: The silk substrate creates a unique cellular, porous texture that is a hallmark of Benton’s high-end experimental works.
IMPECCABLE PROVENANCE & AWARD HISTORY
This is not a mass-produced poster. It is an award-winning exhibition piece. The reverse retains its original "Own Your Own" (OYO) competitive entry form from the Pueblo Regional Museum/Sangre de Cristo Arts Center.
AWARD: Specifically marked with the prestigious "JUROR'S CHOICE" label.
SIGNATURE: Hand-signed and dated "Thomas W. Benton 68" in the lower right.
ASPEN HISTORY: Includes his original studio P.O. Box address in Aspen, CO.
NOTE: There's little room to Negotiate.
Condition: Colors remain incredibly vibrant and saturated. The synthetic paint is stable on the silk substrate. (Note: Frame shows light vintage wear consistent with age; labels preserved on reverse).