GINO HOLLANDER acrylic and ink on paper

Description

Mid 20th century Modernist Ink & Acrylic Abstracted Painting of Sailboat by Gino Hollander American, C.1975. This small and impactful composition features a base layer of expressive acrylic textured strokes, emulating the energetic crash of wind and ocean waves. The black use of ink outlining the form of a boat is enveloped by the blue and white of the foaming waves, the top of the mast emerging from the stormy strokes. A part of the abstract expressionist movement and an early adopter of acrylic paint, Gino Hollander created expressive and ethereal spaces with incredible energy and presence. A striking piece fitted with a linen floater in a gilt-wood gallery frame. Signed by the artist on the front right in excellent condition. This piece comes with a programme from his exhibition in Scottsdale Arizona 1980 where the painting was purchased.

Measures in frame, 45 cm width x 35 cm height, unframed 29 cm width x 23 cm height.

More about the artist.

Eugene F. Hollander or Gino Hollander (1924 – August 27, 2015) was an American painter. He began painting in New York City during the years of the abstract impressionist movement. 

New York City

In the mid-20th century, he was a successful filmmaker along with his wife Barbara Hollander before he started painting in 1960. He became one of the group that defined this movement and whom all hung out at the famous Cedar Tavern. Acrylic paint was just emerging at that time and Hollander was among the first to explore its possibilities. From 1960-1962, he had his studio and the first Hollander Gallery where his paintings were sold to the likes of Jacqueline Kennedy, Steve McQueen and Ralph Lauren.

Spain

Despite having experienced initial success in New York, Hollander moved his family to Spain in 1962, to find his voice in painting. He often bartered paintings to support his family while he continued developing his style. Hollander and his wife Barbara took their children on archaeological trips, following the road construction crews which were building new highways throughout Spain, unearthing ancient treasures.

Aspen

After nearly 20 somewhat reclusive years in Aspen Colorado, during which he appeared in the film “Mountain Town”, Hollander gave in to his lungs’ demands in the near 8,000-foot altitude and moved with his wife Barbara to Ojai, California.

California

Hollander died, surrounded by his family, at the age of 91 in Newport Beach, California.