Elongated Triangles 4
Elongated Triangles 4
Signed Print
Bridget Riley
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Medium: Screenprint
Edition size: 75
Year: 1971
Size: H 103cm x W 42cm
Signed: Yes
Format: Signed Print
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Auction Results
| Auction Date | Auction House | Location | Hammer Price | Return to Seller | Buyer Paid |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| July 2024 | Kingham & Orme Auctioneers | United Kingdom | |||
| June 2024 | Koller Geneva | Switzerland | |||
| April 2024 | Brunk Auctions | United States | |||
| December 2023 | Forum Auctions London | United Kingdom | |||
| October 2022 | Cheffins | United Kingdom | |||
| March 2022 | Sotheby's London | United Kingdom | |||
| July 2020 | Sotheby's London | United Kingdom |
Meaning & Analysis
Released in 1971 in an edition of 75, Elongated Triangles 4 is one in a series of 6 prints. This print is a significant work in Bridget Riley’s oeuvre, demonstrating the inspiration Riley took from Georges Seurat’s Bridge of Courbevoie, which Riley studied meticulously for two years, noting how varying colour combinations create a sense of movement when perceived by the eye. Unquestionably, this is precisely what Riley is endeavouring to explore in this work, with electrifying colour combinations that dazzle and mesmerise.
The stability of Riley’s solid, horizontal lines are integral to the study of colour, which is inherently unstable, since the perception of colour is variable on external factors such as light and surrounding colours. The eye, when looking at one line of colour, perceives a hint of the next colour, creating a sense of movement and vibration. Here, rather than selecting just two colours, Riley has created a rainbow effect of three pastel hues, which darken in tone at alternating ends. Conceived from countless decisions regarding structure, scale, colour and composition, Riley’s works are mathematically precise and Elongated Triangles 4 is no exception.
Bridget Riley, a leading figure in the British Op-Art movement, has captivated audiences with her abstract paintings and prints that challenge visual perception. Born in London, 1931, Riley’s artistic journey evolved from semi-Impressionist beginnings to geometric mastery, significantly influencing modern art. Her groundbreaking artworks, from Movement In Squares to the vibrant Stripes series, explore optical phenomena and colour dynamics, creating mesmerising, dizzying effects. With a prolific career spanning over seven decades, Riley’s innovative designs and perceptual disruptions continue to shape contemporary British art, solidifying her enduring influence in the realm of abstract and modern art.
