“The Day We lost Him”
"The Day We lost Him"
by Gregory J. Rose
2018, Mixed Media On Panel, 11“x14”, framed
A compact mixed-media composition structured around dense black passages, a saturated green field, and scraped pale paint accents. Framed. Certificate of Authenticity included.
Collector Snapshot
The Day We lost Him reflects Gregory’s 2018 studio practice, where compressed scale is used to concentrate surface tension, color contrast, and material variation. The work sits within a period of disciplined exploration, translating the visual logic of larger mixed-media paintings into a tightly resolved, intimate format.
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Stable Growth
Produced during an established phase of Gregory’s mixed-media practice, this work demonstrates consistent visual language and material handling aligned with his broader market trajectory. Its modest scale and absence of exhibition history position it for steady, reliable appreciation rather than accelerated growth.
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One of One Original
This is the only version of this artwork. No editions exist.
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Retail Price: $375
Framed. Ready to hang upon arrival.
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Available Until Sold
Standard acquisition timeline applies. Gregory will reach out within three to five business days to coordinate insured domestic shipping or local delivery.
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Foundational Collector Tier
This work offers an accessible entry point into Gregory’s practice, providing collectors with an original mixed-media painting that reflects his established visual language and material discipline during a clearly defined period of development.
Artwork Details
Full Description
The surface is organized through horizontal compression, with ribbed black textures anchoring the lower half, a saturated green field occupying the right side, and pale pink and light blue paint applied in scraped and gestural marks. Layered pigment, exposed panel edges, and surface abrasions emphasize process and material contrast.
Authentication
Certificate of Authenticity included
Digital documentation provided
Hidden signature within the composition
Artist signature on the back
Provenance
Studio Collection
This artwork has never been exhibited and has remained in the artist’s studio collection since its creation.
Shipping & Insurance Info
Nationwide United States shipping
Fully insured packing and transport
Local delivery available
Local installation offered
Gregory will coordinate all logistics within three to five business days
Market Relevance
Gregory’s market continues to strengthen across exhibitions, public placements, and institutional acquisition. Small-format mixed media works (9”–12”) have achieved documented sales between $100 and $500 across multiple exhibition cycles, reflecting consistent collector demand for intimate compositions within the artist’s broader practice.
Comparable small-scale works demonstrate sustained transactional activity from early institutional placements at $500 (2003) to recent documented sales within the $100–$180 range, reinforcing the stability of this accessible collector tier. “The Day We lost Him” is positioned within this established and actively collected segment of Gregory’s market.
Comparable Sales
“Blue Orca” — 12x12 inches, Mixed Media on Panel
Sold for $500 in 2003
“Beach Side Towers” — 9x11 inches, Mixed Media on Panel
Sold for $180 in 2024
“Broken Window” — 9x11 inches, Mixed Media on Panel
Sold for $100 in 2024
Artist Market Position
Gregory’s market position continues to strengthen through consistent pricing growth, institutional visibility, and documented placements. The Day We lost Him reflects a period of focused studio refinement that supports ongoing collector confidence in works from this era.
Price Growth of Mixed Media Works
“The Day We lost Him operates as a distilled study of compression, restraint, and surface negotiation…
…translating larger compositional concerns into a concentrated format. Its material economy and controlled structure reinforce its relevance within Gregory’s broader mixed-media practice.”
— Curatorial Commentary
Terms of Sale
Secure payment options
This artwork is sold through a secure Flodesk checkout, which allows buyers to pay via credit card or digital payment methods. All transactions are encrypted and processed securely. Invoice options are available upon request.
Returns
All sales are final. No returns or exchanges are accepted for original artwork. This policy ensures proper stewardship and authenticity for collectors.
Ownership transfer / documentation
Upon purchase, the collector receives:
• A Certificate of Authenticity
• A digital ownership document via email
• A signed confirmation of sale
• Shipping or installation coordination within 3–5 business days
Copyright & Usage Rights
Purchase of this artwork transfers ownership of the physical object only. All copyrights and reproduction rights remain the sole property of the artist, Gregory J. Rose.
The collector may not reproduce, distribute, license, modify, or commercially exploit the artwork in any form without prior written permission from the artist. This includes, but is not limited to, prints, digital reproductions, merchandise, NFTs, or commercial media usage.
The artist retains the right to reproduce the artwork for portfolio use, exhibitions, publications, marketing, and archival documentation.
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