Silent Passage is a black and white abstract painting reminiscent of the 1960’s era. The composition speaks in contrasts: a weighted rectangular mass anchors the upper left, giving way to a thin searching drip, while a second monumental textured form stands apart on the right. Together they suggest a threshold, a conversation, a passage between worlds. The work is resolute in its restraint, using only black and white to achieve extraordinary depth and emotional resonance.
The palette is purely monochromatic, rich matte black applied with expressive physicality, building subtle texture against a clean white field. The surface rewards close inspection, revealing the energy of the artist’s hand at work.
“Two commanding forms rise from a luminous white ground,
separated by a silence that hums with tension and meaning.”
Perfect for art collectors, interior designers and lovers of black and white modern art and design. It offers a serene focal point for any curated contemporary interior, gallery wall or as a centerpiece in a collector’s study.
Silent Passage by Stephen Hansrote, is a black and white original abstract painting on artist canvas board panel. The title and artist signature and monogram are on the reverse. Presented in an ornate antiqued gold ribbed frame, this piece bridges the classical presentation with boldly contemporary content.
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ARTIST: Stephen Hansrote
TITLE: Silent Passage
PERIOD: 2025
HANDPAINTED: Yes
EDITION: Unique Original
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: United States
MEDIUM: Mixed media on artist canvas board.
CONDITION: The painting is in excellent condition and ready to hang.
FRAME: Gold ornate frame with rib pattern.
FRAME SIZE
HEIGHT: 18 in. (46 cm)
WIDTH: 15 in. (38 cm)
DEPTH: 1.63 in. (4 cm)
ARTWORK SIZE:
HEIGHT: 14 in. (36 cm)
WIDTH: 11 in. (28 cm)
