Hunt Slonem Orange Bunny For Sale

About this work

Hunt Slonem has established himself as one of the most distinctive voices in contemporary American painting, recognized internationally for his prolific exploration of nature-based subjects rendered through an expressionist lens. His work resides in over 250 museum collections worldwide, including the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Whitney Museum of American Art, and the Guggenheim, cementing his position as a significant figure whose market presence continues to strengthen across both primary and secondary channels. *Orange Bunny* exemplifies Slonem's celebrated rabbit series, a body of work he has developed and refined over several decades. The artist's fascination with rabbits stems from their symbolic resonance across cultures—representing luck, fertility, and spiritual significance in various traditions, particularly within the Chinese zodiac, which holds personal meaning for Slonem. Executed in oil on wood, this intimate 10 x 8 inch composition showcases his characteristic approach: bold, gestural brushwork that builds texture and movement while the figure emerges from a vibrant chromatic field. The warm orange tonality demonstrates Slonem's sophisticated understanding of color as both atmospheric element and emotional conductor. The wood substrate, a preferred surface for the artist, lends a particular luminosity and depth to the oil medium, allowing the painted surface to breathe in ways that canvas does not. This 2026 work represents Slonem's continued commitment to his established visual vocabulary while maintaining the spontaneity and energy that collectors have come to expect from his practice. For acquisition inquiries regarding this work by Hunt Slonem, please contact Guy Hepner in New York.