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Orange dot
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The Composition of Form and Color
The work, titled Orange dot, is an oil painting executed on hardboard. It was completed in 1953. The composition centers on a singular, circular form set against a background of varied tones. This central element is characterized by a specific orange hue that contrasts with the surrounding field. The surface of the painting exhibits the physical properties of oil paint, where the application of pigment creates a tangible presence on the hardboard substrate. The arrangement of shapes and the distribution of color define the visual structure of the piece.
Technical Execution and Materiality
The artist utilized oil on hardboard to achieve the specific textures present in the work. The interaction between the medium and the support influences the way light hits the surface. The following details characterize the physical nature of the object:
- Medium: Oil on hardboard
- Dimensions: 50.8 x 61.0 cm board
- Frame dimensions: 60.5 x 70.5 x 6.3 cm
The application of the paint suggests a controlled hand, focusing on the relationship between the central orange shape and the negative space that surrounds it. The edges of the dot are defined by the transition of color, creating a clear boundary between the subject and the background.
Historical Context and Provenance
This painting is held within the collection of the Art Gallery of NSW. It was acquired by the institution in 1953. The work is categorized as a painting and is currently not on display. The piece exists as a part of the permanent record of the gallery, having been identified by the accession number 8732. Its presence in the collection links it to the mid-twentieth-century period of Australian art history.
Questions & Answers
Which print setup is suggested for "Orange dot" by John Passmore?
medium size, square orientation: that is the print setup suggested for "Orange dot" by John Passmore.
What colors dominate "Orange dot" by John Passmore?
The color identity of "Orange dot" by John Passmore: an earthy palette, dominated by walnut (#6f4426).
Where and for what purpose is "Orange dot" recommended?
"Orange dot" by John Passmore is recommended for conversation, ideally in a living room. Use and space together guide where a reproduction fits.
Artist Biography
The Life and Artistic Journey of John Passmore
Born in Redfern, Australia, John Richard Passmore began his professional life as a signwriter's assistant after leaving school at thirteen. He pursued formal training at the Julian Ashton Art School, where he studied alongside Jean Bellette and Paul Haefliger. Seeking further education, he traveled to England to study at the Westminster School of Art under Bernard Meninsky and Mark Gertler. During his time in England, which included service as a conscript in the Royal Air Force, he worked as a layout artist with Lintas. While staying in a cottage in Suffolk, he produced landscape compositions that were strongly influenced by Paul Cézanne.
Upon returning to Australia in 1951, Passmore became a significant educator, teaching at the Julian Ashton School, the Newcastle Technical College, and the East Sydney Technical College. His teaching philosophy encouraged students to view subjects through a lens of mathematical shapes, facets, and a connection of rods, emphasizing tone and structure. His own body of work occupied a space between expressionism and abstraction.
Legacy and Final Years
Passmore's later years were marked by a period of reclusive painting following a heart attack in the early 1960s. His final weeks were spent in a home for the destitute near his birthplace. In a notable turn regarding his estate, Passmore left his collection of 270 paintings to an acquaintance, Elinor Wrobel, while his son was left £70,000. This bequest was subject to an out-of-court settlement, after which Wrobel retained control of the estate, eventually leading to the opening of a museum displaying over forty of his works.
His artistic legacy is preserved in several major institutions, including:
John Passmore
1904 - 1984 , Australia
Quick Facts
- Artistic Movement Or Style: Abstract impressionist
- Artists Or Movements Influenced By This Artist:
- John Olsen
- Keith Looby
- Colin Lanceley
- Artists Who Influenced This Artist: ['Paul Cézanne']
- Full Name: John Richard Passmore
- Nationality: Australia
- Notable Artworks: ['Poppies, fruit and skull']
- Place Of Birth: Redfern, Australia
- Date Of Birth: 1904
- Date Of Death: 1984
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