Brian Eno's Kaleidoscopic 'Blocks' Paintings Available for Acquisition

Sanjeeva Suresh
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The display, commencing on November 14, will present selected pieces from the extensive collection of over 400 works, in addition to a limited series of four-panel artworks.

Copyright Brian Eno. Image: Luke Walker. Courtesy of Paul Stolper Gallery

Ambient architect and artist Brian Eno will debut his new painting series, Blocks, at the Paul Stolper Gallery in London. The collection, produced over a two-day performance in his studio last summer, comprises over 400 unique birch ply panels, each available for £500 GBP (roughly $651 USD).

Eno commenced the project in August, arranging several wooden pieces on his studio tables. To produce these vibrant color fields, he employed spray paint over stencils, utilizing discarded objects and dried pasta, arranged both deliberately and haphazardly, removing them sequentially until he deemed the work complete or achieved a satisfactory outcome.

Although the artist is most recognized for his auditory creations, Eno's intrigue with the spatial occupation of sound and color, or compositions in a broader sense, has consistently been central to his artistic philosophy. This recent body of work, characterized by improvisation, showcases his investigation into generative art and music, an artistic methodology that celebrates the allure of randomness and unpredictability, rooted in his initial creations from the 1970s.

Measuring around seven by five inches, each piece provides a distinctive visual experience, encompassing subdued hues and vibrant bursts of color. Alongside the individual slabs, Blocks will present a limited edition of four-panel compositions, characterized by a vacant square void at the center, symbolizing the interaction of positive and negative space fundamental to the painting process.

Eno's Blocks will be shown in London from November 14 to January 17, 2026. Collectors seeking to acquire a unique artwork may do so in-person or online beginning November 12 at 4 PM GMT. Visit the gallery's website for additional information.

Paul Stolper, 31 Museum Street, London WC1A 1LH, United Kingdom