堂本尚郎

紐約，Hammerless畫廊
現藏者購自上述來源

This work is in very good condition overall. There are signs of handling and wear along the edges of the canvas. There is a minute loss at the upper edge 1cm from the upper left corner, as well as a small area of surface craquelure 12cm from the top edge and 30cm from the left edge. Under UV light inspection there is evidence of small spots of retouching at the four corners. Framed under Plexiglas.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

堂本尚郎是與今井同輩的藝術家，同樣於一九二八年出生，自一九五五年於法國僑居十年，早期曾屬「不定形」抽象學派，並於美國畫家山姆·弗朗西斯原有的巴黎左岸工作室創作。堂本剛到法國不久，他的作品便添上一層抽象主義韻味。《二次元組合No. 15》著重黑彩與白地之間的平衡。構圖中強烈的明暗對比，令人想像到天地宇宙的玄妙關聯。堂本巧妙結合西方傳統構圖與東方哲學的自由詩意，實是眾多日本藝術家中的先鋒之一。