THE POET
"The Poet is a rebel who thinks deeply outside the narrative. The Poet is intuitive, observing life's details and nuances that most people might miss. The Poet is uniquely powerful, passionate, and eloquent in expressing his perceptions of the world."
-Elizabeth King Hale
In The Poet, an Arabian horse emerges from a vortex of sweeping gesture and luminous color. Broad passages of blues and gold create a dynamic field of movement, while King Hale's signature expressive lacquer work in the mane and tail contrasts with the quiet stillness of the central figure. The resulting tension between motion and repose invites reflection on intuition, perception, and the contemplative act of seeing. Presented within an ornate gilded frame crowned by a sculptural figure, the work juxtaposes contemporary abstraction with the grandeur of classical craftsmanship, reinforcing its timeless character.
Elizabeth King Hale
The Poet, 2006
FRAMED ORIGINAL
Lacquer and enamel on Masonite board
56 × 80 × 8 in. (142.24 × 203.2 × 20.32 cm)