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Gretchen Albrecht, Sky Edge (B), 1973
Gretchen Albrecht, Sky Edge (B), 1973
Gretchen Albrecht, Sky Edge (B), 1973
Gretchen Albrecht, Sky Edge (B), 1973
Gretchen Albrecht, Sky Edge (B), 1973
Gretchen Albrecht, Sky Edge (B), 1973
Gretchen Albrecht, Sky Edge (B), 1973

Gretchen Albrecht

Sky Edge (B), 1973
acrylic on canvas
1510 x 1280mm
1555 x 1325mm framed
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Gretchen Albrecht is a prominent New Zealand artist renowned for her abstract works, particularly those that explore the relationship between colour, form, and space. Sky Edge (B) is a striking...
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Gretchen Albrecht is a prominent New Zealand artist renowned for her abstract works, particularly those that explore the relationship between colour, form, and space. Sky Edge (B) is a striking example of the artist’s early exploration of colour fields and minimalism. The start of the 1970s was a time of significant artistic development for Albrecht, as she began to move away from figurative forms and toward an abstracted style that would define much of her later work. During this period, she first began using thinned acrylic paint rather than oil on canvas. This move facilitated greater experimentations with pigment, most specifically its absorption into raw fabric. Sky Edge (B) captures Albrecht’s use of this technique, materialising in a composition that evokes the vastness of a natural landscape whilst simultaneously blurring the boundaries of abstraction.

Sky Edge (B) features bands of colour that seem to flow seamlessly into one another. The dominant blues and purples are reminiscent of the sky at twilight, with the varying shades creating depth and movement. The composition suggests a horizon line, dividing the earth and sky, yet remains abstract enough to allow for multiple interpretations. The edges of the colours bleed into one another, creating a sense of fluidity and organic transition. Albrecht's work is often associated with the colour field movement, drawing comparisons to artists like Mark Rothko and Barnett Newman. However, her connection to the New Zealand environment sets her apart, infusing her work with a distinct sense of place.

This painting is a testament to Gretchen Albrecht's ability to convey complex emotional and atmospheric conditions through abstract means. The painting is a powerful example of her early work and provides insight into the development of her unique artistic voice. Through her exploration of colour and form, Albrecht captures the essence of the landscape, creating a visual experience that is at once meditative and evocative.
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Provenance

Private Collection, Australia

Exhibitions

Dawson's Gallery, Dunedin 1973
Group Exhibition, Spring Catalogue 2024, 25 September - 19 October 2024, Gow Langsford Gallery, Auckland, New Zealand
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