Presented is “Tangled Undergrowth”, a vibrant and emotionally charged original acrylic on canvas by acclaimed Mohawk artist Robert Gary Miller, professionally known as R.G. Miller. Born in 1950 at the Six Nations Mohawk Reserve in Brantford, Ontario, Miller (full name Robert Gary Miller - also known as Robert Gary Miller Lahiaaks) has forged a reputation as a visually compelling voice in post residential school expressionism.
This dynamic abstract captures the chaotic beauty of forest undergrowth through thick, gestural impasto and a rich palette—burnt orange, mustard yellow, crimson, cobalt blue, and slate grey. Diagonal and vertical strokes intertwine to evoke a visceral sense of natural disorder and emotional resonance. The signature “R G Miller” appears boldly in teal paint in the lower right corner of the canvas, authenticating the work as unmistakably his.
Dimensions: Canvas: 14″ × 18″ ; Framed: 18½″ × 22¾″.
The piece is presented in its original carved dark wood frame, subtly detailed with diamond and oval motifs and accented with a thin gold inner liner - perfectly complementing the painting’s vibrant palette.
Excellent condition. The paint remains stable, chromatic, and richly textured. A notable raised impasto detail is visible in a close up image - characteristic of Miller’s expressive technique and not a defect. The canvas is taut, the stretcher sound, and the wiring intact and installation-ready. The verso shows minor canvas fold that does not affect the frontal image.