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Open a larger version of the following image in a popup: John Kinnear, Tic Tac For Anna Bulgari; Attending the Diamond Ball, 1975
Open a larger version of the following image in a popup: John Kinnear, Tic Tac For Anna Bulgari; Attending the Diamond Ball, 1975
Open a larger version of the following image in a popup: John Kinnear, Tic Tac For Anna Bulgari; Attending the Diamond Ball, 1975

John Kinnear British Canadian, 1922-2003

Tic Tac For Anna Bulgari; Attending the Diamond Ball, 1975
oil on masonite
16 x 18 in
signed and dated bottom right

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Tic Tac For Anna Bulgari; Attending the Diamond Ball is a 1975 oil on masonite by John Kinnear, stands at 16 x 18 inches and features the artist's signature and...
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Tic Tac For Anna Bulgari; Attending the Diamond Ball is a 1975 oil on masonite by John Kinnear, stands at 16 x 18 inches and features the artist's signature and date at the bottom right. This work is a vibrant abstract expression, merging colour and form with energetic aplomb.

Kinnear employs a bold palette, where deep blues and vivid reds carve out space against swathes of black. These primary hues are punctuated by streaks and spots of secondary colours like orange and yellow, suggesting the glimmer of a ballroom's grandeur—a metaphorical nod to the Diamond Ball's splendor.


The abstraction hints at figures or forms, almost recognizable, as if caught in mid-motion or conversation. The title's reference to Anna Bulgari suggests a connection to luxury and high society, which the painting's dynamism and bright highlights could be said to mirror. The strokes are broad and confident, creating an impression of movement and festivity.


With the thick application of paint, Kinnear not only creates a visual impact but also a tactile one. Each brushstroke adds to a tapestry of layered textures, imbuing the work with depth. This piece encapsulates a moment of celebration, its abstract forms and colours together evoking the glittering atmosphere of an illustrious event.

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Provenance

- Nash Gallery, London, ON
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