Milton Avery

Biography

Milton Avery: Between Impressionism and Abstract Expressionism

American artist Milton Avery (1885-1965) is a key figure in modern art, often described as a bridge between Impressionism and Abstract Expressionism. His iconic “Dunes and Sand II” (1960) is an excellent example. With his elegant simplicity and subtle palette, Avery invites us to a serene contemplation, capturing the essence of a landscape oscillating between reality and dream. Recent major retrospectives at London’s Royal Academy of Arts and Hartford’s Wadsworth Atheneum have celebrated Avery’s unique legacy, reaffirming his growing importance and undeniable place in art history.

In 1960, Milton Avery’s collaboration with the Gloria Ross Gallery was part of a broader movement of dialogue between modern painters and master weavers. Gloria Ross, a visionary in the field of textile art, initiated collaborations with renowned artists such as Helen Frankenthaler, Kenneth Noland and Robert Motherwell, all driven by a common goal: to transcend the traditional limits of painting by exploring the possibilities of tapestry. Avery, with his minimalist compositions and mastery of color fields, is part of this line of contemporary artists who have found in textiles a new means of expression.

Thanks to this partnership, Avery is contributing to an artistic tradition aimed at translating his paintings into textile creations while preserving their visual power. The Gloria Ross Gallery doesn’t just transpose Avery’s works; it reinvents the very idea of tapestry, creating a dialogue with major twentieth-century artistic movements such as lyrical abstraction and colorful expressionism.

Today, we invite you to discover the works of Milton Avery in our collection at Galerie Hadjer. His tapestries testify to the harmony between color and form, while celebrating the heritage of an artist who combined tradition and innovation. Immerse yourself in a world where painting meets textiles, and explore how Avery redefined the contours of modern art.