{"product_id":"andrew-fitzpatrick-ceremony-with-swords-1996-oil-on-canvas-sikh-ceremonial-scene","title":"Ceremony with Swords (1996) Oil on Canvas – Sikh Ceremonial Scene by Andrew Fitzpatrick","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"546\" data-end=\"735\"\u003eA striking and well-executed oil painting titled \u003cem data-start=\"595\" data-end=\"619\"\u003e“Ceremony with Swords”\u003c\/em\u003e by \u003cstrong data-start=\"623\" data-end=\"645\"\u003eAndrew Fitzpatrick\u003c\/strong\u003e, exhibited at The Edinburgh Gallery in 1996 as part of the \u003cem data-start=\"705\" data-end=\"723\"\u003eRomantic Visions\u003c\/em\u003e exhibition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"737\" data-end=\"1047\"\u003eThe painting depicts a line of Sikh men in traditional attire—deep blue turbans and vibrant saffron robes—each holding a curved sword (kirpan), conveying a sense of discipline, unity, and ceremonial importance. The composition is rhythmic and balanced, with repeated figures creating a strong visual narrative.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1049\" data-end=\"1334\"\u003eExecuted in oil on canvas, the work demonstrates confident brushwork and careful attention to light and texture, particularly in the fabric and metallic sheen of the blades. The restrained background enhances the focus on the figures, giving the piece both presence and calm authority.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1336\" data-end=\"1495\"\u003eThis is a decorative yet culturally resonant work, ideal for collectors of contemporary figurative art or those seeking a statement piece with depth and story.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1502\" data-end=\"1523\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1508\" data-end=\"1523\"\u003eKey Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1525\" data-end=\"1935\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1525\" data-end=\"1559\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1527\" data-end=\"1559\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1527\" data-end=\"1538\"\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Andrew Fitzpatrick\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1560\" data-end=\"1597\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1562\" data-end=\"1597\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1562\" data-end=\"1572\"\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"1573\" data-end=\"1595\"\u003eCeremony with Swords\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1598\" data-end=\"1616\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1600\" data-end=\"1616\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1600\" data-end=\"1609\"\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1996\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1617\" data-end=\"1700\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1619\" data-end=\"1700\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1619\" data-end=\"1633\"\u003eExhibited:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Edinburgh Gallery (\u003cem data-start=\"1657\" data-end=\"1675\"\u003eRomantic Visions\u003c\/em\u003e, 8 June – 2 July 1996)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1701\" data-end=\"1730\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1703\" data-end=\"1730\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1703\" data-end=\"1714\"\u003eMedium:\u003c\/strong\u003e Oil on canvas\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1731\" data-end=\"1788\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1733\" data-end=\"1788\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1733\" data-end=\"1751\"\u003eSize (canvas):\u003c\/strong\u003e 16\" x 14\" (approx. 40.5 x 35.5 cm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1789\" data-end=\"1842\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1791\" data-end=\"1842\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1791\" data-end=\"1801\"\u003eFrame:\u003c\/strong\u003e Decorative wooden frame with gilt slip. 56cm wide x 50cm high\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1843\" data-end=\"1935\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1845\" data-end=\"1861\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1845\" data-end=\"1859\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1864\" data-end=\"1895\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1866\" data-end=\"1895\"\u003ePainting in very good order\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1898\" data-end=\"1935\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1900\" data-end=\"1935\"\u003eFrame with light age-related wear\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Temple-House","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52720680141142,"sku":null,"price":145.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1001\/3566\/6006\/files\/oilpainting3.jpg?v=1772381130","url":"https:\/\/temple-house.co.uk\/products\/andrew-fitzpatrick-ceremony-with-swords-1996-oil-on-canvas-sikh-ceremonial-scene","provider":"Temple-House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}