Artwork
Mandy
Mandy is a print by Celia Paul. It dates from 2006 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Overview
Mandy is a print by Celia Paul, a British artist recognized for introspective portraits, landscapes, and London cityscapes viewed from her Bloomsbury studio.
Subject & Meaning
The subject of Mandy is likely a close relative or friend, given Paul's practice of depicting family members and intimates. The portrait conveys quiet intensity and intimacy, characteristic of Paul's small-scale printed works.
Technique & Style
Mandy was created using soft-ground etching, a technique Paul adopted around 2002 to achieve softer, more ethereal effects, akin to her pencil drawings, often resulting in a 'haunting otherworldly feel'.
History & Provenance
Mandy was produced in collaboration with Dorothea Wight at Studio Prints, Paul's primary printmaking partner from 2002 onwards.
Context
Mandy reflects Paul's shift towards softer etching techniques, diverging from her earlier hard-ground etchings, and aligns with her exploration of capturing subtle, personal moments.
Legacy
As part of Paul's body of intimate portraits, Mandy contributes to her reputation for crafting contemplative, deeply personal artworks that explore the nuances of familiar relationships.
Artist & collection
Artist
Celia Paul made intimate black-and-white prints that center on people and places tied to her life.
