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Ann Aspinwall
Crepe de Chine III Minimal Abstract Line Screenprint w Undulating Waves, 20x30

2020

$1,400
£1,055.51
€1,234.33
CA$1,981.56
A$2,017.23
CHF 1,161.70
MX$24,309.56
NOK 13,484.03
SEK 13,604.56
DKK 9,225.74

About the Item

In Crepe de Chine III, Ann Aspinwall transforms the quiet language of line into a meditation on movement, surface, and depth. Composed of hundreds of hand-drawn, undulating lines rendered in a soft seafoam green against a rich, earthen brown ground, the screenprint evokes both natural topographies and the tactile elegance of its namesake fabric. The lines swell and recede across the surface, forming subtle diagonal currents that suggest wind, water, or the slow shifting of dunes—imagery that remains intentionally open, allowing the viewer’s perception to gently drift. Aspinwall’s practice is rooted in repetition and restraint, and this work exemplifies her disciplined yet expressive approach. Each line, though seemingly simple, participates in a complex visual rhythm, creating an optical vibration that shifts with distance and light. From afar, the composition reads as a cohesive field; up close, its meticulous construction and slight variations reveal the artist’s hand and the physicality of the process. The result is a work that feels both meditative and dynamic, balancing order with organic irregularity. The color palette is restrained but resonant. The cool linear elements hover above the warm ground, producing a subtle spatial tension that enhances the illusion of depth. This interplay lends the print a quiet sophistication and a contemporary sensibility, making it equally compelling as a focal point or as part of a thoughtfully curated interior. Printed with precision yet retaining an intimate, human touch, Crepe de Chine III reflects Aspinwall’s ongoing exploration of pattern as a lived experience rather than a fixed system. The work invites sustained looking, rewarding patience with moments of visual discovery. Serene, immersive, and quietly commanding, this screenprint exemplifies the artist’s ability to transform minimal means into richly layered visual experiences. Signature: Signed and dated lower right corner
  • Creator:
    Ann Aspinwall (1976, American)
  • Creation Year:
    2020
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 19.5 in (49.53 cm)Width: 29.5 in (74.93 cm)
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  • Gallery Location:
    New York, NY
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: AA0911stDibs: LU41636560472

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