Ash WednesdayGeorge Shaw · 2005
2005
91.0 x 121.0 cm
British Council Collection
George Shaw (1966 –)
George Shaw (b. 1966) is a British contemporary artist renowned for his hyperrealistic paintings of suburban England. Using Humbrol enamel paints, he captures the beauty and melancholy of everyday life, earning him a Turner Prize nomination. Explore
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About this artwork
- Title: Ash Wednesday
- Artist: George Shaw
- Year: 2005
- Original dimensions: 91.0 x 121.0 cm
- Format: Landscape
- Copyright status: Under copyright
- Where to see it: British Council Collection
- Color hue: Green to Violet Spectrum
- Perceived brightness: shadow
Questions & Answers
What level of contrast does "Ash Wednesday" by George Shaw show?
The contrast level of "Ash Wednesday" by George Shaw is bold.
How harmonious are the colors of "Ash Wednesday" by George Shaw?
The colors of "Ash Wednesday" by George Shaw show a balanced harmony harmony. Harmony describes how the colors relate to each other.
In what year was "Ash Wednesday" by George Shaw created?
"Ash Wednesday" by George Shaw was created in 2005.
Who is the artist behind "Ash Wednesday"?
The artist behind "Ash Wednesday" is George Shaw. The work is catalogued under George Shaw's name.
What are the format and size of "Ash Wednesday"?
The format of "Ash Wednesday" is landscape, and the original measures 91 x 121 cm. Both are useful when planning a reproduction.
Does the copyright of "Ash Wednesday" by George Shaw allow reproductions?
The original "Ash Wednesday" is at the British Council Collection, and the work is still protected by copyright.
At what age did George Shaw make "Ash Wednesday"?
George Shaw made "Ash Wednesday" at the age of 39. The artist was born in 1966 and the work is dated 2005.