Tom Phillips Mixed Media Collage Ignorance Striking Out Landmarks Framed

Tom Phillips Ignorance Striking Out Landmarks Collage. Approximate Dimensions: Art area: 65mm x 66mm (2.6" x 2.6") Frame: 175mm x 175mm (6.9" x 6.9"). Condition: Good, with no issues noted. The central composition features a square design, with a dark textured background patterned in a grid of diamond shapes. The background incorporates blended shades of green, blue, and yellow, interspersed with black areas, creating a reflective, dynamic effect reminiscent of mosaic tiles.

Two irregularly shaped text collages are overlaid on the background. The upper text reads "ignorance, " while the lower reads "striking out landmarks, " highlighting themes of erasure and cultural loss.

The dark grid is bordered by a bold, purple hand-painted frame, its textured brushwork adding an organic, hand-crafted aesthetic to the piece. The artwork is mounted on a cream-coloured mat, set within a chrome-finished metallic frame.

The mat subtly contrasts the vibrant colours of the central piece, while the frame adds a modern finish. The artwork bears indistinct pencil inscriptions on the lower corners: one in the lower left, and a faint signature in the lower right.

Tom Phillips, renowned for his innovative works combining text and imagery, was celebrated for his long-running project. And his contributions to British contemporary art. This work reflects his signature style, merging abstraction, literary themes, and layered textures to provoke thought and reflection.

Given its compact size, this framed piece is ideal for display in smaller spaces or as part of a curated gallery wall. Its layered and textured design invites the viewer to reflect on its symbolic elements and artistic intent.

Age: Likely mid to late 20th century. Artist: Tom Phillips CBE, RA. Material: Mixed media on paper. Dimensions: Art area 65mm x 66mm (2.6" x 2.6"), Frame 175mm x 175mm (6.9" x 6.9"). Tom Phillips Mixed Media Collage Ignorance Striking Out Landmarks Framed.