Ivy Haldeman

Ivy Haldeman

BornNationalityBased In
1985AmericanNew York City
Biography

Ivy Haldeman's life size paintings present a visual conundrum, unveiling layered complexities through prolonged observation. Her canvases are imbued with a sense of deja vu, invoking an inherent sense of familiarity. Yet, this recognition is continually challenged by the bizarre, humorous, and occasionally peculiar narratives she orchestrates. For instance, her ‘hot dog’ character, adorned with delicate features, indulges in mundane activities - from lounging provocatively to engaging in conversations via banana phones, all whilst nestled within lustrous buns. The creamy hue of the bun illuminates a face with elongated eyelashes and petite lips, seductively leaning, absorbed in the gaze of the other. These buns, though cushion-like, suggest comfort, are also unabashedly reminiscent of phallic symbols. Despite this, they transcend the mere confines of their 'hot dog' identity, presenting an artistic play on Freudian undertones. ...

Selected Artworks
Colossus, Shadow Over Eye, Hand Back to Cheek, Shin Forward
Ivy HaldemanColossus, Shadow Over Eye, Hand Back to Cheek, Shin Forward, 2021212.09 x 146.05cmPrice on Request
Colossus, Four Fingers Hold Bun, Hand Along Edge, Bottom to Top
Ivy HaldemanColossus, Four Fingers Hold Bun, Hand Along Edge, Bottom to Top, 2021212 x 146cmPrice on Request
Twice, Feet Overlap, Hand Over Eye, Fingers Prod
Ivy HaldemanTwice, Feet Overlap, Hand Over Eye, Fingers Prod, 2021212.09 x 146.05cmPrice on Request
Two Suits, Sleeves Up, Jacket Bottom Blown, Skirt Kick (Blue, Yellow)
Ivy HaldemanTwo Suits, Sleeves Up, Jacket Bottom Blown, Skirt Kick (Blue, Yellow), 2021170.18 x 152.4cmPrice on Request
Two Suits, Backs Forward, Shoulder Cocked, Sleeves Overlap (Blue, Blue)
Ivy HaldemanTwo Suits, Backs Forward, Shoulder Cocked, Sleeves Overlap (Blue, Blue), 2020170.18 x 152.4cmPrice on Request
Two Suits, Sleeve Reaches to Skirt, Cuff to Lapel, Sleeve Bent Across Waist (Red, Blue)
Ivy HaldemanTwo Suits, Sleeve Reaches to Skirt, Cuff to Lapel, Sleeve Bent Across Waist (Red, Blue), 2020170.18 x 152.4cmPrice on Request
Heels, Wrist Under Shank, Fingers Pursed
Ivy HaldemanHeels, Wrist Under Shank, Fingers Pursed, 202060.96 x 41.91cmPrice on Request
Colossus, Foot Touches Tip of Stiletto Heel, Finger Approaches Eyelashes, Back to Front
Ivy HaldemanColossus, Foot Touches Tip of Stiletto Heel, Finger Approaches Eyelashes, Back to Front, 2020212.09 x 146.05cmPrice on Request
Twice, Index to Lower Lip, Hand on Bicep, Turned Away
Ivy HaldemanTwice, Index to Lower Lip, Hand on Bicep, Turned Away, 2023212 x 146cmPrice on Request
Two Figure, Hand to Mouth, Fingers Curl, Toes Press Against Shin, End to End, Glance Back
Ivy HaldemanTwo Figure, Hand to Mouth, Fingers Curl, Toes Press Against Shin, End to End, Glance Back, 2023213 x 147cm180000 USD
Two Suits, Elbows Lock, Lilt Right, Wrists Together (Compose Green, Ultramarine Blue)
Ivy HaldemanTwo Suits, Elbows Lock, Lilt Right, Wrists Together (Compose Green, Ultramarine Blue), 2023128 x 203cm65000 USD
Hand Hold, Index Up, Fruit Bends, Breeze
Ivy HaldemanHand Hold, Index Up, Fruit Bends, Breeze, 202361 x 42cm25000 USD
Gallery Representation
François Ghebaly
François Ghebaly
Los Angeles
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