Julian Brown: Serso Spectrum Portrait Pink into Gold
Julian Brown
Watercolour on HP mould made cotton 300gsm paper
Signed in pencil
41 x 31cm (unframed)
Proof of provenance is included with the artwork.
Exclusive to Smithson Gallery
BEHIND THE ARTWORK
“The title ‘Serso’ comes from a Polish game about balance and poise. Loaded brushstrokes of watercolour glide across the surface in transparent bands of colour that sit in different spaces depending on how much pigment or pressure is applied. I like to think of these brushstrokes like bands of elastic that push and pull the tension in the painting in different directions. Black spots hover between these spaces and are created by drips of paint that fall from a distance and form perfect circles when landing on the picture plane. The tension of the work is hung on a fine balancing act between the unpredictability of the human hand and the perfection of the surface and materials.“
– Julian Brown
Read our Exclusive Artist Interview with Julian Brown
FRAMING
Framed works are presented mounted with an acid-free bevelled-edge mountboard into a handmade, hand-painted tulip wood frame. This is available in White, Lime Wash, Dark Brown and Black Ink Stain, as per the images below.
Please note your colour preference or framing enquiry in the order notes when placing your order.
Framing is 2-4 weeks as standard. We are happy to hold up samples against your purchased artwork and discuss which finish works best. Alternative mouldings, frame style or size are available upon request, do not hesitate to contact us to discuss further.
WHITE
LIME WASH
DARK BROWN
WHITE
GLASS OPTIONS
We frame with standard glass which is included in the price, however, we do recommend specialist glass that contains UV & anti-reflective qualities to ensure the archival qualities, depth of colour and metallic leaf are maintained. Please see the price options below:
Anti Reflective 70% UV
+ £70.00
Anti Reflective 92% UV
+ £100.00
Anti Reflective 99% UV (Museum Quality)
+ £125.00
This can be invoiced following your order placement, please note any specialist glass requests in your order notes.
SHIPPING
Shipping costs are calculated according to artwork size, framing and delivery location with our dedicated art courier, as below:
Unframed:
UK £20 / Europe £50 / Rest of World £100
Framed:
UK £35 / Europe £95 / Rest of World £150
We take our responsibility of caring for the artworks very seriously, and whether framed or unframed we package artworks with the utmost care and protection using high quality sustainable materials. Unframed works are always packaged flat to ensure artworks arrive in excellent condition, however, please get in touch if you would like to discuss options.
Please note the buyer must take responsibility for covering any taxes incurred for shipping outside of the UK. All artworks are covered by insurance when in transit.