1977 Oil Painting by Lillian Bendz

This oil on canvas by Lillian Bendz brings together a warm palette of rich textures. Thick layers of paint remind us of terracotta surfaces that almost assume the qualities of soft clay-like slabs. This sculptural approach to handling paint is further emphasised through the dark lines, that give the impression the artist has carved her way through paint.

The composition of this work is structured through bold lines. We can see how the artist has used this dark linework to cut across the canvas to create grids and forms in the negative spaces. Triangular shapes direct our eye across the canvas and act as a frame around the variations in colour.