Jason Benjamin | 1971-2021 - Night Serenade, 2016
Oil on linen
66 x 66 cm
Provenance:
Art Index, Sydney
Private Collection, Adelaide, acquired from above in 2018.
Signed, dated and inscribed verso.
Oil on linen
66 x 66 cm
Provenance:
Art Index, Sydney
Private Collection, Adelaide, acquired from above in 2018.
Signed, dated and inscribed verso.
Oil on linen
66 x 66 cm
Provenance:
Art Index, Sydney
Private Collection, Adelaide, acquired from above in 2018.
Signed, dated and inscribed verso.
Jason Benjamin’s Night Serenade radiates quiet elegance and poetic symbolism, blending the earthly and the ethereal in a way only he could achieve. The delicate interplay of light and shadow transforms magnolia blooms into luminous forms against a dark, starlit sky. The soft, warm hues of the petals contrast beautifully with the cool, infinite expanse of the background, creating a sense of intimacy and stillness.
The inclusion of a fluttering white butterfly adds a subtle yet profound narrative, suggesting themes of transformation, fragility, and transcendence. The meticulous attention to detail and Benjamin’s characteristic sensitivity to his subjects evoke an emotional depth that invites prolonged contemplation.
Provenance elevates the significance of this painting. Initially sourced through Art Index in Sydney, it was later acquired by a private Adelaide collection in 2018, where it has been carefully preserved. The work is signed, dated, and inscribed verso, confirming its authenticity and collectible value.
A masterful balance of naturalism and emotion, Night Serenade encapsulates Benjamin’s ability to evoke timeless beauty through his art, offering viewers an intimate glimpse into his contemplative and poetic world.
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