


Hunt Slonem American, b. 1951
Orange Wing Amazons, 2024
Oil on canvas
40 x 40"
202502-5672
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Hunt Slonem’s 'Orange Wing Amazons' is a vibrant and dynamic composition featuring three orderly rows of turquoise and yellow parrots set against a bold, electric orange background. The birds, depicted...
Hunt Slonem’s "Orange Wing Amazons" is a vibrant and dynamic composition featuring three orderly rows of turquoise and yellow parrots set against a bold, electric orange background. The birds, depicted with Slonem’s signature gestural brushstrokes, exude energy and movement, their expressive forms enhanced by thick layers of paint and rich texture. The contrast between the cool tones of the parrots and the fiery backdrop creates a striking visual harmony, making the piece feel both structured and spontaneous. "Orange Wing Amazons" embodies Slonem’s fascination with exotic wildlife, infusing his neo-expressionist style with vivid color and rhythmic repetition.