Doors by Phillip Lloyd Powell

2007

Pennsylvanian walnut

H 84 W 66.5

Powell’s powerfully dramatic doors are a paradigm of his artistic expression and mastery of wood. Now in his late 80’s, these doors were inspired by ones found in the artist’s own home. Despite his lengthy and prolific career Powell has only created a handful of doors. These doors were the result of independent creative impulses rather than a directed commission. Powell always honors the integrity of the wood by emphasizing knots and natural irregularities. The doors are hand-chipped carved Pennsylvanian walnut with tiger figuring throughout and secured with cast iron nail heads. Powell remains an avid international traveler and incorporates found pieces into his creations. The striking Tibetan brass pulls are contrasted to sinister yet discreet Medusa head coins. The doors are suitable for either an interior or exterior setting. Powell’s signature gilding process with fiery red underlay frames the door, also found on the opposite side.