Contemporary + Modern: Art & Design
Fri, Jan 28, 2022 01:00AM EST
Lot 51
NICOLAS AFRICANO / The Reflection (1974 Acrylic)
Sold for
$275
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Nicolas Africano
(Illinois, b. 1948)
The Reflection, 1974
Acrylic on carpet backing
14 1/2" x 15"
Modeled after Nicolas Africano's wife Cynthia, the image centers on a figure interacting with her reflection in the midst of an expansive blue environment. Presented in a wooden frame that measures 24" x 24".
Provenance: From the Bill & Ellen Morgan collection. Bill Morgan is a professor emeritus of English at Illinois State University in Normal, Illinois. It was there that he befriended Nicolas Africano, and he quickly became a patron and collector of the Africano's work as well; for a time Morgan rented Africano a room, occasionally accepting artwork in lieu of payment. This far-reaching collection from an early adopter gives a unique opportunity to access rare early works and get an expansive view of the artist during several pivotal moments in his journey.
Alternate spelling: Nicholas Africano
Very good condition, noting some moisture staining to the mat at the bottom right. No notable issues were observed under blacklight inspection.
(Illinois, b. 1948)
The Reflection, 1974
Acrylic on carpet backing
14 1/2" x 15"
Modeled after Nicolas Africano's wife Cynthia, the image centers on a figure interacting with her reflection in the midst of an expansive blue environment. Presented in a wooden frame that measures 24" x 24".
Provenance: From the Bill & Ellen Morgan collection. Bill Morgan is a professor emeritus of English at Illinois State University in Normal, Illinois. It was there that he befriended Nicolas Africano, and he quickly became a patron and collector of the Africano's work as well; for a time Morgan rented Africano a room, occasionally accepting artwork in lieu of payment. This far-reaching collection from an early adopter gives a unique opportunity to access rare early works and get an expansive view of the artist during several pivotal moments in his journey.
Alternate spelling: Nicholas Africano