The word triptych comes from Greek and means ‘threefold’. In the world of art, triptychs are known as a popular, standard format for altar paintings in early Christian art. They are foldable images of religious themes and could be used as portable altars. The painter Hieronymus Bosch is one of the most famous artists who used the format in detailed paintings such as The Garden of Earthly Delights. Another painter who used this format is the English artist Francis Bacon.
For my triptych, I have worked with acrylic on a canvas that measures 20 x 20 cm. Like my grid paintings, I started these pieces at a time when I was very interested in the work of the American artist Mark Bradford. The three paintings are sold together.