David Salle
David Salle, born in 1952, grew up in the Midwest, which influenced his artistic development.
Born: 1952, Norman, Oklahoma
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Recognition
Postmodern artist who designed American Ballet costumes and had a stint of directing Hollywood films. His wide array of art has been shown in the Whitney Museum, Tate Modern, Guggenheim.
Intent
Salle's edgy images inhabit an area between awareness and the haze of sleep.
In a contemporary update of the artist's book illustrating creative texts, Salle illuminates a screenplay for film by the director Paul Schrader.
Ceres Take
The skill of this collectible is indicative from other Salle works that sold for over $500K.
PARENT TECHNIQUE
Etching
Etching is a form of printmaking that involves creating designs on a copper plate, using an acid-resistant material like wax or resin. The artist scratches through this material to expose the metal underneath. The plate is then submerged in an acid bath, which bites into the exposed areas, creating grooves....
