Paul Rousso Ultramarine Scene^ For Sale

About this work

Paul Rousso has established himself as one of the most distinctive voices in contemporary American sculpture, known for his innovative manipulation of flat cultural artifacts into three-dimensional forms that challenge our perception of familiar objects. Working from his Charlotte studio, Rousso has developed a proprietary technique involving hand-sculpted thermoplastic polyester that allows him to transform two-dimensional imagery into crumpled, folded, and creased sculptural works that occupy an intriguing space between painting and sculpture. Ultramarine Scene^ exemplifies Rousso's continued exploration of surface, depth, and the physicality of color itself. At an imposing 44 by 82 inches with a seven-inch depth, the work commands significant wall presence while inviting close examination of its intricate topography. The ultramarine palette references both the historical significance of this pigment—once more valuable than gold—and contemporary considerations of how color functions when liberated from the flat plane. Rousso's application of acrylic paint across the undulating thermoplastic surface creates shifting tonal relationships as light moves across the sculptural folds, producing an experience that cannot be replicated in photography or print. Rousso's work has found placement in numerous private and institutional collections, with his pieces consistently performing well at auction and demonstrating reliable secondary market activity. His approach resonates particularly with collectors interested in the intersection of pop sensibility and formal sculptural investigation. This 2026 work represents his ongoing refinement of technique and his deepening engagement with pure chromatic expression. For acquisition inquiries regarding this work by Paul Rousso, please contact Guy Hepner directly.