Tony Scherman
TONY SCHERMAN “VENDEI” ENCAUSTIC, 1998
Tony Scherman (b. 1950) is one of the most collected and celebrated Canadian artists working today. He is renowned internationally for his work, typically executed in encaustic – a mix of beeswax, oil, and pigment – which is one of the most difficult mediums to work in.
His moody palette and sumptuous subjects, whether contemporary, historical or allegorical, often reference the titans of figurative painting ranging from Goya to Manet.
This moody depiction of a single peony is a fantastic example of Scherman’s singular aesthetic and technique. Rich, textured layers of creamy mauve and deep purple are seemingly spontaneous but masterfully controlled, creating a balanced composition that captures the peony’s abundance.
Unique to this work is the flower’s downward position, showcasing the weight of its head that is supported by a single, delicate stem. While peonies are voluminous and intricate, they have a notoriously short blooming season of about seven days, making them exceptionally impressive and extremely ephemeral.
Tony Scherman’s work can be found in nearly every public collection in Canada as well as many international museums, including LACMA (Los Angeles) and Centre Pompidou (Paris).
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“Vendei”
Canada, 1998
Signed and dated by artist
Encaustic on wax paper
19.25”H 18”W (sheet)
29"H 26.75"W (framed)
Excellent condition
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