Renowned American artist Peter Halley, known for his captivating geometric abstractions, has joined forces with Avant Arte to unveil a striking new limited edition print titled “Rising High II.”
Peter Halley: A Pioneer of Geometric Art
Hailing from New York City, Halley gained prominence in the 1980s alongside iconic figures of the East Village art scene like Jeff Koons, Keith Haring, and Jean-Michel Basquiat. Influenced by the works of Josef Albers and Piet Mondrian, Halley’s signature compositions feature bold, boxy forms crafted using fluorescent acrylic and Roll-a-Tex, a medium that lends a unique texture to his pieces. His art often serves as a commentary on the increasingly geometric nature of contemporary urban spaces, with elements like barred windows symbolizing societal isolation.
The Influence of Structure in Halley’s Artwork
Reflecting on his approach, Halley once remarked, “I don’t think of my paintings as abstract, I sometimes use the word ‘diagrammatic.’” He explained how he aimed to utilize the language of abstract painting to visually represent the structured spaces of modern society, depicting enclosed cells and prisons through his distinctive square forms and thick conduits.
Rising High II: A Unique Artistic Collaboration with Avant Arte
Collaborating with London’s esteemed studio, Make-Ready, “Rising High II” boasts silkscreen overprints featuring metallic shimmer, glitter, gloss varnish, and intricate gold leaf details, lending the artwork a captivating three-dimensional quality. Limited to just 40 editions, collectors have the opportunity to acquire framed or unframed versions of this captivating piece exclusively online, priced at $5,083 USD and $4,400 USD, respectively.
