05/28/2026
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Tony Tascona was a pioneer of Canadian abstraction, particularly known for his innovative use of industrial materials and techniques. "After Image" (circa 1973) is a monumental work executed on aluminum, a substrate the artist favored for its flat, non-porous surface that allowed for high-precision finishes. The composition is organized into three horizontal bands: two vibrant red-orange sections at the top and bottom, and a central white field containing a series of overlapping circular forms and thin, rhythmic lines.
The title refers to the visual phenomenon where an image persists in one's vision after the initial stimulus is removed, a concept Tascona explores here through the subtle "ghosting" of the circles. These central forms are intersected by delicate horizontal lines that suggest motion and structural tension. By applying acrylic to aluminum—a technique he refined while working in the aerospace industry—Tascona achieved a sleek, architectural quality that bridges the gap between painting and industrial design. This work is a primary example of his mature style, characterized by geometric clarity, a balanced use of negative space, and an interest in the modern, technological aesthetic of the 1970s.
🖼️ Tony Tascona, "After Image", circa 1973. Estimate: $5,000 – $7,000
