The artwork, “Nice’n Easy,” created by John Currin in 1999, is an oil painting on canvas that measures 111.8 by 86.4 cm. Demonstrating the artist’s connection with the Kitsch art movement, this nude painting genre piece resides in a private collection.
The painting depicts two nude female figures standing against a dark and undefined background, allowing for the figures to stand out prominently. The artist employs a refined and highly detailed technique to render the flesh tones, creating a sense of realism combined with an almost exaggerated smoothness. The interaction between the two subjects is intimate and playful, with one figure appearing to touch the abdomen of the other gently, evoking a sense of tenderness and camaraderie. The expressions on their faces suggest a moment of shared amusement or a private joke, encapsulating both the physical beauty and the emotional connection between the figures. The piece exemplifies Currin’s ability to blend classical technical skill with contemporary and often provocative subject matter.
