Pastel and watercolour paint on paper.
1990-2000.
31.7 x 24 cm. 
Hand signed in Arabic by Etel Adnan. 
Framed. 
 
Etel Adnan’s ‘Untitled Colour Study’ is a rare original work on paper. In excellent condition, the piece blends paint and pastels to engage colour with form. Known for her abstract landscapes, Adnan brings a poetic sensibility to her works, which pulse with emotional clarity. Throughout her career, Adnan approached colour as a language which was shaped by her diverse cultural background. As demand for Adnan’s work continues to grow, pieces like this have become increasingly sought after for their delicacy and the way they reflect the artist’s lifelong commitment to blending visual art with cultural experience.
 
Etel Adnan (1925-2021) was a widely celebrated Lebanese-American artist, writer and poet. Adnan drew great inspiration from spirituality and the two cultures she experienced; she was born in Beirut and moved to America where her career gained momentum. Adnan is famous for her abstract compositions and vibrant colour palettes, having worked across various mediums to include paint, tapestry, drawing and ceramic. She has exhibited extensively internationally and in recent years her artworks have become increasingly sought after.