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Stephen Hall
Contemporary Artist
New York City

A Blight On The Landscape
2025
Acrylic on Canvas
26 x 32


A common black plastic garbage bag, set against a lush, verdant landscape, is elevated in significance by a meticulously painted trompe-l'œil gilt wood frame rendered directly onto the canvas. This artistic device suggests a sense of historical importance, challenging perceptions of waste and value. As the second piece in this series of faux-framed paintings, it continues the exploration of how context shapes meaning, prompting viewers to reconsider the impact of human consumption on the natural world.

From the Collection

Photo of State Of The Union

State Of The Union
32 x 26

Photo of There, There Bear

There, There Bear
36 x 28
acrylic on canvas

Photo of American Romance

American Romance
28 x 24
acrylic on canvas

Photo of Koi on Coal / Not Tonight, Anthracite

Koi on Coal / Not Tonight, Anthracite
28 x 24
acrylic on canvas

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