Night Crawlers Sale

Ryan Cronin (2007)

Cronin's monochromatic composition "Night Crawlers" presents a minimalist interpretation of a night sky, inspired by an unlikely source: a New York City snow parking sign. The work is dominated by a black expanse punctuated with irregularly placed white circles and a prominent crescent moon, evoking a celestial landscape. A white strip at the bottom, marked by a solitary 'X', anchors the piece, referencing its street sign origin. This 'X', characteristic of Cronin's technique, serves as a visual counterpoint to the night sky elements, strategically guiding the viewer's eye across the plane of the canvas. Through this deliberate use of marks and high-contrast forms, Cronin creates a dynamic visual journey within a seemingly simple composition. The piece exemplifies the artist's talent for elevating the mundane, transforming an everyday object into a contemplative work that invites reflection on both the vastness of the night sky and the potential for art in unexpected places.

Original Dimensions: W48" X H48"
  • Regular price $826.00
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