Donald Sultan Art

After finishing his mfa degree from the art institute of chicago donald sultan moved to new york in 1975 to begin his career as an artist.

Donald sultan art.

Sultan born 1951 is an american painter sculptor and printmaker particularly well known for large scale still life paintings and the use of industrial materials such as tar enamel spackle and vinyl tiles. 1951 is a leading contemporary artist who first rose to prominence in the late 1970s as part of the new image movement. Donald sultan s large scale still life paintings are filled with rich iconography provocative objects like bulbous fruits set against a tar black background. He has been exhibiting internationally in prominent museums and galleries and his works are included in important museum collections all over the globe.

Born in asheville north carolina sultan moved to new york city in 1975 upon completion of his advanced studies. View artworks listed within the last 30 days favorite listings. Sultan is the recipient of numerous honors and awards for his artistic achievements. The series speaks to the impermanence of all things.

Although primarily classified as a still lifes sultan maintains that his works despite their representational objects flowers lemons eggs buttons are first and foremost abstract. Sultan uses recurring imagery such as flowers playing cards and lemons to create colorful still lifes framed by tar black backgrounds. Free shipping on many items browse your favorite brands affordable prices. Sultan is an american painter sculptor and printmaker particularly well known for large scale still life paintings and the use of industrial materials such as tar enamel spackle and vinyl tiles.

Contact information donald sultan. Donald sultan is a contemporary painter best known for his use of industrial materials to depict everyday subjects. At first he was supporting himself by helping other artists construct lofts during the day and painting at night. Donald sultan art for sale 32 listings.