Name: The interpretation of line no.13
SKU: 20806
Availability: InStock

The interpretation of line no.13

$4,000.00

LIODA CONRAD

Fine Artist | Cape Town, South Africa
Represented by Color Me Africa Fine Arts Gallery

“Art is not a pursuit, but an inherent aspect of my being. As a creator, I am driven by an innate desire to express the beauty of the world around me.”

Artist Statement

Lioda Conrad is a Cape Town–based fine artist whose work reflects a deep, lived connection to the African continent. Born and raised in Africa, she draws inspiration from its landscapes, wildlife, and people, translating these elements into expressive compositions that celebrate Africa’s spirit, movement, and emotional depth.

Formally trained in the visual arts, Conrad’s practice balances technical discipline with intuitive freedom. Her work captures Africa not only as a physical place, but as a source of identity, memory, and cultural resonance. Respected South African art masters have recognized her work as a meaningful and impactful contribution to contemporary African fine art.

Description

Medium: Oil and Tar on Archival Binding Paper
Size: 47 x 47 inches
Signature: Signed
Shipping: Shipped Framed
Authenticity Certification: Included

In The Interpretation of Line no. 13, Lioda Conrad elevates the simplest visual element—the line—into a powerful, meditative statement. Sweeping bands of ochre and muted gold move across a deep, atmospheric ground, their surfaces interrupted by raw textures and subtle abrasions created through the use of oil and tar. The materiality is unapologetic, tactile, and commanding.

The repetition of curved linear forms suggests rhythm, continuity, and coded language—marks that feel both ancient and contemporary. Conrad’s restrained palette heightens the emotional weight of the composition, allowing texture, contrast, and movement to take precedence. The interplay between darkness and illumination creates a quiet tension, inviting contemplation rather than immediate resolution.

At an impressive 47 x 47 inches, this large-scale work holds architectural presence, making it a statement piece within a serious contemporary collection. The Interpretation of Line no. 13 speaks to collectors drawn to bold abstraction, material experimentation, and works that explore the foundational language of mark-making with depth and sophistication.