Dennis Sakelson (20th/21st Century, Bucks County, PA) - Energetic Abstract Expressionist Study on Cardboard

This striking abstract expressionist work by Dennis Sakelson showcases the artist's distinctive approach, blending bold drips, splashes, and layered textures in a rich palette of yellows, oranges, reds, blues, and blacks against a weathered ground. Executed in oil (or mixed media) on cardboard, the composition captures the spontaneous, gestural energy characteristic of mid-20th-century abstraction, with echoes of Jackson Pollock's drip technique and a unique Bucks County sensibility. Signed "D. Sakelson" in two locations—lower right when displayed vertically and lower right when oriented horizontally—this piece measures 17" wide by 21" high, presented in a simple black frame that enhances its raw, modern appeal. The painting exhibits vibrant color retention and a textured surface, with minor wear consistent with its age, making it a compelling addition to contemporary or eclectic interiors. This work is one of five distinct pieces by Dennis Sakelson offered in this auction, part of a cohesive collection that reflects the artist's diverse explorations in abstract form. Sakelson, a prolific Bucks County, Pennsylvania artist active in the late 20th and early 21st centuries, is celebrated for his impulsive, colorful abstractions often created with impasto and drip techniques, maintaining a steady following among regional collectors.