A New Large-Scale Triptych

This is my most recent work. A large-scale triptych, Inner Sanctum. These pieces were inspired by my trip to England last year - specifically, an ancient mound in the Wiltshire area, West Kennett, Long Barrow, which was used for ritual - and possibly a burial chamber. Inner Sanctum is meant to imply the sacred space versus giving a literal depiction. The pieces are oil on canvas with gold leaf. Because they are oversize pieces, they are grommeted vs stretched on stretcher bars. When exhibited - they will have more space between them.

I often work in threes. Even if the panels or prints aren't necessarily a triptych, I like to hang three works together. I like the relationships, each playing off the other - and creating a simple balance. The power of three.

Last year, a friend (and art collector) suggested I paint a large triptych - with each piece being the size of the piece she had just purchased - 7'h x 5'w. Hmmmm....... I thought about it and took the challenge. Actually it's not the first large triptych I've done. A few years back I did 3 paintings on 1/4" aluminum - each 7' high. They didn't remain together. Two are in the collection of an architect, and the other is still available in the Bay Area. But I digress...

I consider this work abstract symbolism - if one has to put it in a category. For me, it has elements of the mystical and the spirtual. It refers back to the ancients, those that were close to the earth, the moon, the sky, and the four elements - fire, water, wind, and earth.