Bidspirit auction | Paul Hoffmann (1962), Mid-Century Abstract

Paul Hoffmann (1962), Mid-Century Abstract Mixed Media on Canvas - This mid-century abstract composition is a mixed media work on stretched canvas, featuring heavy impasto and sgraffito techniques. The monochromatic palette of gray, black, and cream highlights a complex arrangement of organic, swirling forms and repetitive textured patterns, achieved through the use of tools to create relief on the surface. A signature and date are present along the lower right edge, transcribed as Paul Hoffmann '62. The painting is unframed, with its dark-painted canvas edges visible. The verso displays the raw canvas and wooden stretcher bar with a wire hanging mechanism. No gallery labels or stamps are present. The artwork exhibits fine craquelure throughout the thicker impasto layers, consistent with its age. There is minor surface soiling and light wear visible along the edges of the canvas.