1960’s British Surrealist Oil Painting – “Needs of Life”

Title: 1960’s British Surrealist Oil Painting – “Needs of Life”
Medium: Oil on board, unframed
Size: 6 height x 3 width
Condition: Good
Provenance: all the paintings we have by this artist have come from the artists estate

Description: “Needs of Life” is a captivating composition that combines abstract geometric forms with organic elements. The painting centers on a vibrant red floral form with detailed orange and white accents, bursting forth like an essential symbol of life. This organic centerpiece is surrounded by layers of bright yellow and deep green tones, grounded in a sense of earthy vitality.

Above the central figure, the background unfolds in waves of interconnected lines, softly detailed with pink dots and blue hues. These diagonal patterns suggest both structure and fluidity, resembling rain, roots, or pathways of interconnected systems—a visual metaphor for life’s fundamental interconnectedness and nourishment.

The artist’s careful use of layered textures and complementary colors creates a dynamic sense of balance. This work invites the viewer to explore the essential and abstract nature of life itself.

We have been offering similar works from this collection for years, appreciating the artist’s talent for capturing emotion through abstraction.

We have several similar size works offered for sale here. In this wonderful size format, they offer tremendous interior design capabilities, perhaps being grouped in sets of 2, 4, 8, or even 12!