Mirror Mirror Drawing

Drawing: Prisma Color on Paper. “Mirror Mirror” 2018 [from the series ca. 2016-present].

 Ebony & White Prisma Color Pencil on Winsor & Newton watercolor paper (drawing)

 12.00” H x 18.00” W (30.48 x 45.72 cm) 

”Mirror Mirror” is a breathtaking new piece in an ongoing series of eloquent works in which Jay Worth Allen celebrates life through the exploration of various aspects of womanhood: her plights, joys, beauty, and timeless inspiration to any and all who encounters her. In this work, the form of the female nude is used to interact with light within a dark backdrop — or, as the artist said after he finished the work "I think of them as twins jumping together in a field."

 Brilliantly articulated lights and darks on watercolor paper, Jay Worth has given us the form of two beautiful female nudes connected — unabashed figures leaning back in perfect harmony as if using their synergistic strength to hold (protect) the very light that illuminates their form amidst the black background. Once again, Jay Worth Allen has captured that private of moments when nothing in the world matters but the experiencing of pure and unadulterated tranquility.

 To delve a bit deeper into the underlying theme propelling this moving series — the Celebration of Life Through Woman, which is a favorite of this profound artist: Some critics have described this recurring theme in others’ works, as the freedom of womanhood laid bare. Yes, while we have seen this particular “freedom” in the works of past masters, such as Renoir, Rubens, and even Fragonard in which any reference to socio-economic status has been removed (rendering the subject “bare”), there is a marked departure from their women in Jay Worth Allen’s works. For him, the Celebration of Womanhood equals Beauty and Vulnerability, and, Strength, the resulting inherent synergistic combination of the two former attributes. “Mirror Mirror” is yet another brilliant work, portraying strength in perfect peace, created through the use of the artist’s signature “stark darks, bright whites, and vivid color” to fully emphasize his message.

 Jay Worth Allen is passionate. And as the artist, every facet of his work is imbued with that passion, which includes the materials he uses to create his art. “Mirror Mirror,” is created on high quality watercolor paper (as are all of his works on paper), instead of pastel, Ingres or other lighter papers usually found as a base for pastel works. Why? “The answer is simple.” —In his own words: “The reason I use watercolor [paper] for my drawings and pastels is because they are heavier, thicker, and stronger than other paper . . . that way, I can draw on the whole piece . . . including all the way past the edges!”

 “Mirror Mirror” is a new work, which is part of an ongoing series that been deemed an “extremely important work” by collectors and critics alike, as several earlier works have been shown in several U.S. museums, galleries, and private settings and are in collections throughout the world. 

[To learn more about this particular work, the series, and this magnificent artist’s inspiration, please see other artworks being offered here at Saatchi Art, and in particular, the painting Diana Dreams of Flying — [https://www.saatchiart.com/art/Painting-Diana-Dreams-of-Flying/733729/2263912/view] — and several other works in this collection. 

Additional works in this ongoing series will be offered here as well; please visit Jay Worth Allen's profile for more information, and to view other works currently being offered through Saatchi Art. We appreciate and encourage any comments. Thank you.

A quick note on framing & mounting: For the best display of “Mirror Mirror,” the work should be mounted by floating — to ensure every touch of the artist's hand is experienced.

 Regarding shipping, this work will be shipped flat, protected in archival plastic and board and unframed, all in accordance with Saatchi Art's shipping policies. (Please see additional photos of this work for a visual of the aforementioned shipping description.)

Drawing:Pencil on Paper

Original:One-of-a-kind Artwork

Size:18 W x 12 H x 0.1 D in

Delivery Time:Typically 5-7 business days for domestic shipments, 10-14 business days for international shipments.