Len Jessome
Amen
2011
Mixed media
96 × 74 × 4 cm
Unique
Location: Paris, France
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About the artwork
This figurative painting entitled Amen is by Canadian artist Len Jessome. It depicts a close-up of a face emerging from a dark background. The emotional intensity of the painting is heightened by the use of vivid colors, the red of the lips and the midnight blue of the background. The striking contrast makes a vivid impression on the viewer and creates a powerful atmosphere. Len Jessome's work places particular emphasis on the human figure. The title lends the painting a spiritual quality, reinforcing its expressionist character.
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This work is representative of Len Jessome's work, for the dramatic intensity it provokes. The monumental character of the human figure is amplified by the use of vivid colors. The work's enigmatic title allows for a variety of interpretations, giving the whole an enigmatic character.
About the artist
Born in Canada in 1968, Len Jessome lives and works in Hamilton, Ontario. In 2001, he left his company to devote himself fully to painting,
His work can be found in numerous private collections around the world. About his painting practice, he says he explores the ambivalent nature of the human being in contemporary society.
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