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"No Holding Back I and II" Acrylic, Pencils Abstract Paintings in Black & White

Creator: Karina Gentinetta
Offered by: Karina Gentinetta

Description
"No Holding Back I and II" 2021, 60" x 48" each. Pair of large vertical abstract paintings (diptych) consisting of acrylic and pencils by Argentine born artist Karina Gentinetta (featured in Elle Decor, the New York Times, Traditional Home, Veranda Magazine, Luxe Magazine and most recently Introspective Magazine). This work is a raw display of emotion at a very basic and primal level. Muted pencil markings are contrasted with bold, black pencil strokes evoking an explosion of passion, energy, and real human emotions. Childlike in their composition, there is a sense of vulnerability about these works which has a beauty all its own. Together or alone, each painting explodes with energy. Painted in warm hues of carbon black with white acrylic undertones against a light grey taupe. Measures: 5ft x 4 ft, vertical orientation. Professionally framed in natural maple wood floating frames. Commissions available in this or other sizes by contacting the artist.

Karina Gentinetta's vast and audacious canvases are inspired by her home city of New Orleans. A litigator for thirteen years, Gentinetta found herself at a crossroads after losing her family home and the majority of her possessions during Hurricane Katrina. Turning to art and design for solace, the self-taught artist was inspired to leave her law practice to pursue her creative passions in the shocking aftermath of the storm.

Redolent of the shattered landscape of New Orleans in the wake of Hurricane Katrina, Gentinetta’s paintings evoke the broken frames of flooded homes and the city's devastated infrastructure. Downed telephone lines, random piles of debris and condemned buildings are all present in the thick brushstrokes and intrepid lines that mark each canvas. The artist uses materials that are purposely indicative of construction sites, including wall plaster, varnish and house paint acrylics, imbuing the works with both a subjective symbolism and forceful aesthetic.

Using a monochromatic color scale, the stark paintings juxtapose opposing sentiments including vulnerability and strength, chaos and balance. The bold, abstract compositions speak to a multiplicity of themes including grief and despair, but above all celebrate the triumph of rebirth and hope over loss and devastation.

Gentinetta’s works have received national and international recognition and have been featured in such publications as The New York Times, Elle Décor, Luxe, Veranda, Traditional Home, More Magazine and most recently, 1stdibs' Introspective Magazine. Her works can be viewed on 1stdibs online and personally at the Gallery at 200 Lexington Ave. at the New York Design Center.

Commissions may be requested.

More Information

Documentation:	Signed
Notes:	Signed on front. Signed and dated on back.
Origin:	United States
Period:	New
Materials:	pencils, charcoal, acrylic
Condition:	New.
Creation Date:	2021
Styles / Movements:	Abstract Expressionism, Black & White, Minimalism
200 Lex Booth #:	11
Incollect Reference #:	511331

Dimensions

W.	48 in;	H.	60 in;	D.	2.5 in;
W.	121.92 cm;	H.	152.4 cm;	D.	6.35 cm;

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