About the Work
Jesse Littlefield creates his geometric compositions by fusing the process of printmaking with the gesture of abstraction. He begins by silkscreening ink through blank screens onto swaths of muslin, using the screen for its textural advantages rather than a mode of image making. He then cuts out shapes and applies them in overlapping layers on canvas, allowing the folds and loose threads of the fabric to remain as part of the composition. Phantom Stain is graphic and delicate, with subtle marks and color variation peeking through the bold black of its carefully constructed form. Littlefield's work is informed by his background in graffiti, as well as art history - within his compositions, one can see ties to Henri Matisse, Gerhard Richter, and Jean Arp.
Artist Biography
Jesse Littlefield (b. 1977, Massachusetts) has mounted a solo installation at Exhibition A, as well as a solo show at Zieher Smith & Horton (New York) and a two-person exhibition alongside Sadie Laska at Harper’s Books (East Hampton, NY). Littlefield has participated in group exhibitions at Galeri Jacob Bjorn (Aarhaus, Denmark) and Gallery Steinsland Berliner (Stockholm), and was included in “Bad Fog” curated at Eddie Martinez at Martos Gallery (New York). His work was also included in Barry McGee’s exhibition at the Institute of Contemporary Art in Boston in 2013. Jesse Littlefield lives and works in Hudson Valley, New York.
Authentication & Resale
This work is accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity signed and numbered by the artist.
Be sure to keep your Certificate of Authenticity (COA) in a safe place. We are unable to replace or reissue COAs.
Framing
Framed artwork is custom framed once it is ordered. Allow 3-5 weeks for framing and delivery.
FRAME
All of our frames are made from sustainably sourced engineered hardwood that is manufactured in the USA. Frames are available in Black or White Matte and Walnut.
MAT
Prints are hinged to a conservation quality, acid-free and lignin-free Cellulose matboard, using acid-free polyethylene cloth tape. Each mat’s surface paper is fade and bleed resistant and is attached to a conversation quality foam-core board. Some of our work (typically those pieces with a deckled edge) is floated on the matboard with spacers to separate the artwork from the glazing.
GLAZING
We use museum quality .060 mm plexiglass to frame your work. It blocks 82-85% of UV rays to prevent color fading from exposure to light, protecting your art for years to come.
DIMENSIONS
Our White and Black frames have a ⅞” wide flat face and are 15/16” deep. Mats are 1” wide for prints up to 8” x 10”. Mats are 2” wide for prints larger than 8” x 10”.
Our Natural and Walnut frames have a ¾” wide flat face and are 1 ⅛” deep. Mats are 1” wide for prints up to 8” x 10”. Mats are 2” wide for prints larger than 8” x 10”.
Any artwork that is floated will be placed in a frame that has a ⅝” wide flat face and is 1 5/16” deep. Work will be floated with a 1” border around it.
Shippings & Returns
Unframed work ships within 5 business days of your order. Framed artwork is custom framed once it is ordered. Please allow 2-4 weeks for framing and delivery. Need it faster? Expedited options may be available by emailing service@exhibitiona.com. All work ships from the US. International customers are responsible for any customs, duty, or VAT charges.
If you change your mind after placing your order, please email us at service@exhibitiona.com within 24 hours. We will not be able to accommodate cancellations for framed orders after that time period (as your frame will have been ordered and cut within that time period). We may not be able to accommodate your request to cancel your order for an unframed work after 24 hours if it has been packaged and processed by our fulfillment center.
We are unable to accept returns on custom framed artwork. Our general policy is that we do not accept returns. If your print arrives damaged or does not meet your expectations, you may be eligible for a replacement or return. Any issues must be reported within 5 business days of receipt by emailing service@exhibitiona.com.
