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The Magnification

2007

Belgian, born 1963

Brodahl has been painting quietly and steadfastly for many years, but only recently is being exhibited more widely. Her careful renderings of harshly contrasting elements are often difficult for the eye to process, and the mixing of sacred and profane imagery makes paintings such as this even more challenging for viewers. The Belgian branch of Surrealism-think Rene Magritte-is alive and well in her hands.

Oil on linen

63 x 38 1/2 in. (160 x 97.8 cm)

Fully opened: 64 x 88 1/2 in.

Purchased with funds from Richard and Betty Hedreen

2007.112

Provenance: Purchase from Marc Foxx Gallery, Los Angeles, California

Not currently on view

Resources

Exhibition HistoryLos Angeles, California, Marc Foxx Gallery, October, 2007, (10/2007)

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