{"title":"Stories on paper","description":"\u003cp\u003e In this collection we showcase the work of some of the emerging artists who populate our collection.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"patrick-loste-composicion-abstracta-jinete-telurico","title":"PATRICK LOSTE: ABSTRACT COMPOSITION | TELLURIC RIDER","description":"\u003ch1\u003e \u003cb\u003ePATRICK LOSTE: ABSTRACT COMPOSITION | TELLURIC RIDER\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003ci\u003eThe ancestral echo of a rider, engraved on the earth.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e \u003cb\u003eThe Curator's Note\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThere are works that don't just invite contemplation; they demand to be deciphered. At first, the raw power of the material in this piece by Patrick Loste captured my full attention. However, it is upon closer inspection that the work reveals its soul: the unmistakable figure of a horseman. It is not a clear image, but an echo, an apparition emerging from the very earth. The work ceased to be an abstraction and became an archetype. What fascinates me now is how Loste compels us to excavate with our gaze to find this legendary figure, almost like an archaeologist discovering a petroglyph. I have selected this piece for the Workshop because of this duality: it is an object of fierce modernity in its technique, yet with a soul that belongs to the most ancient memory of humankind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e \u003cb\u003eCuratorial Analysis\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eComposition and Technique:\u003c\/b\u003e The composition is dominated by the powerful silhouette of a horseman advancing from left to right. Patrick Loste, a master of impasto painting, defines the figure not with line, but with mass and texture. The animal's body and its rider form a single dark block, worked with incisions and scrapes that lend it extraordinary dynamism and tension. The use of cardboard as a support is not accidental; its humble and absorbent nature allows the artist to roughen the surface, creating a work that appears to have been eroded by time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Palette and the Light:\u003c\/b\u003e The deliberately limited palette reinforces the archetypal character of the scene. A deep, earthy black gives substance to the figure of the rider and his mount, silhouetted against a background of golden ochre. This ochre does not represent a landscape, but rather a primordial light, a burst of solar energy, or the radiance of an arid land. The thin band of blue at the top acts as a counterpoint, a distant sky that accentuates the solitude and monumental scale of the rider's journey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eContext and Meaning:\u003c\/b\u003e The figure of the rider is one of the most powerful archetypes in human history, a universal symbol of travel, exploration, solitude, and mastery over nature. Patrick Loste, an artist deeply connected to the history and landscapes of French Catalonia, reinterprets this myth with a contemporary language. His rider is not a battle hero, but a telluric apparition, a shadow that rides through collective memory. The work belongs to the tradition of artists who seek the essence of art in the primordial, evoking everything from cave paintings to the work of great 20th-century masters of texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e \u003cb\u003eWhy This Piece Deserves a Place in Your Collection\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eThe Power of the Archetype:\u003c\/b\u003e This work connects with a universal and timeless symbol. The lone rider is an image of enormous poetic and philosophical power, appealing to our deepest subconscious.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMaterial Mastery:\u003c\/b\u003e This is an exceptional piece for understanding contemporary matter painting. The work is a testament to how texture, gesture, and material can communicate more powerfully than detailed representation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eA Dialogue between the Primitive and the Modern:\u003c\/b\u003e To own this work is to have a piece that bridges ancestral art and contemporary sensibility, a quality that gives it inexhaustible relevance and intellectual interest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eEstablished Artist with a Distinctive Voice:\u003c\/b\u003e Patrick Loste boasts a solid and internationally acclaimed career. His work is unmistakable and represents one of the most authentic and consistent voices in contemporary art from Southern Europe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e \u003cb\u003eDossier of the Work\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Patrick Loste (b. 1955)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eTitle:\u003c\/b\u003e Abstract Composition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eYear:\u003c\/b\u003e Contemporary\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eTechnique:\u003c\/b\u003e Mixed media on cardboard\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eSupport:\u003c\/b\u003e Cardboard\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e 52 cm x 35 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSignature:\u003c\/b\u003e Signed \"Lost\" in the upper left corner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eCondition:\u003c\/b\u003e Good. The work exhibits the irregularities and textures characteristic of the artist's technique, which are an integral part of its aesthetic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eFraming:\u003c\/b\u003e Unframed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"El taller del coleccionista","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52377829245261,"sku":null,"price":725.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0904\/1841\/3901\/files\/WhatsAppImage2024-12-31at14.58.21.jpg?v=1763403027"},{"product_id":"ricardo-opisso-enterrament-poeta-iglesias-1928","title":"Attributed to Ricard Opisso | Funeral of the Poet Iglésias (1928) | Historical Drawing","description":"\u003cp\u003eA visual testimony and tribute to Barcelona in 1928. A graphic document from the era where social chronicle transforms into a personal elegy, capturing the essence of Catalan Modernism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHistory and Curatorial Analysis\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe story behind the stroke\u003c\/b\u003e To understand the magnitude of this piece, we must place it at the heart of the cultural effervescence of early 20th-century Catalonia. We are not looking at a mere representation of an artist and a poet; we are witnessing the historical intersection of two fundamental figures. Ricard Opisso (1880-1966) was the great graphic chronicler of the Els Quatre Gats generation, and Ignasi Iglésies established himself as one of its most celebrated playwrights and social poets. This work, attributed to Opisso's hand due to his unmistakable stroke and technique, is not a journalistic report but an intimate farewell.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe document behind the work\u003c\/b\u003e The definitive context of this piece is provided by an extraordinary handwritten note on its reverse, which documents Iglésies' funeral in 1928 and reveals three fundamental facts for its cataloging:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col start=\"1\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Emotion:\u003c\/b\u003e The inscription \u003ci\u003e\"Ho va dibuixar plorant\"\u003c\/i\u003e (He drew it crying) shows that there was no impartial spectator, but a peer bidding farewell. This emotional charge justifies the nervous stroke and the dense atmosphere that envelops the scene.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Composition:\u003c\/b\u003e The human tide depicted on the paper is not an anonymous mass; it is Barcelona society paying tribute. As a stroke of compositional genius, the center does not depict a coffin, but the framed face of the poet, standing as the spiritual epicenter of the mourning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Uniqueness:\u003c\/b\u003e The note concludes with an invaluable piece of information for any archive: \u003ci\u003e\"L'unic retrat que existeix de l'enterrament\"\u003c\/i\u003e (The only existing portrait of the burial).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy is this piece an opportunity for your collection?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eExceptional Historical Document:\u003c\/b\u003e As the only known portrait of the poet during his funeral, its documentary value transcends the purely aesthetic. It is a first-rate study and archive piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIntersection of Masters:\u003c\/b\u003e The work encapsulates the direct connection between the great visual chronicler of the era and one of its most respected literati, uniting two pillars of Catalan culture on the same medium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTransparency and Market Value:\u003c\/b\u003e The piece features the characteristic signature of the author and superb technical execution. Cataloged rigorously as an attributed work, the collector has the opportunity to acquire a fragment of museum-quality history at a highly competitive investment value.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Sheet\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Attributed to Ricard Opisso i Sala (1880-1966).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTitle:\u003c\/b\u003e Enterrament del Poeta I. Iglesias (Burial of Poet I. Iglesias).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eYear:\u003c\/b\u003e 1928.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTechnique and Support:\u003c\/b\u003e Period ink on paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e 31.5 x 57 cm (Work) | 54.5 x 79.5 x 2.5 cm (Frame).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSignature and Inscriptions:\u003c\/b\u003e Features the inscription \"Opisso\" in the lower right corner. Includes a handwritten historical note on the reverse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eProvenance:\u003c\/b\u003e Private collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition:\u003c\/b\u003e Very good. Shows slight foxing (natural paper oxidation) consistent with its age, certifying its era without affecting the integrity of the drawing. Delivered with frame if desired.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Workshop's Note\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work perfectly represents the rigor and heritage rescue that we advocate. It is not just a drawing with a high technical level; it is a piece with a documented and palpable story. The handwritten note on the reverse immediately elevates it from a mere print to a historical testimony of great caliber. It is an acquisition designed for the erudite collector who seeks to connect directly with the emotion and memory of Barcelona in 1928.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIncludes Collector's Dossier:\u003c\/b\u003e This work is accompanied by an exhaustive research study, technical sheet, and curatorial context prepared and printed by El Taller del Coleccionista, certifying the stylistic argumentation of the attribution and the transcription of its documented provenance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"El taller del coleccionista","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52783994306893,"sku":null,"price":1850.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0904\/1841\/3901\/files\/DSC_0197.jpg?v=1763321877"},{"product_id":"patrick-loste-dos-figuras-tecnica-mixta-original","title":"PATRICK LOSTE: TWO FIGURES | ORIGINAL MIXED MEDIA ","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"bot-name gds-title-s ng-tns-c142734555-84 ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"response-content ng-tns-c142734555-84\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown markdown-main-panel stronger enable-updated-hr-color\" id=\"model-response-message-contentr_b584c5d0fd35c473\" aria-live=\"polite\" aria-busy=\"false\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch1\u003e \u003cb\u003ePATRICK LOSTE: TWO FIGURES | ORIGINAL MIXED MEDIA\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e \u003cem\u003eThe energy of a former blacksmith transformed into paint: two presences that spring from the earth.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e \u003cb\u003eDossier of the Work\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ePatrick Loste (b. 1955)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eQualification:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eUntitled (Couple \/ Two figures)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,2,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eYear:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cspan\u003e1983\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,3,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eTechnique:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eMixed media on paper\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,4,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e32 x 44 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,5,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eSignature:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSigned in the lower right corner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,6,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ePrivate collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,7,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eState:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eVery good. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eCuratorial Analysis: The Alchemist of the Mountain\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003eTo understand the power of this paper, you have to know who painted it. Patrick Loste didn't start with a paintbrush, but with a hammer: \u003cb\u003ehe was a blacksmith before he was a painter\u003c\/b\u003e . He lives and works in isolation in the Albères mountains, in a vast workshop surrounded by horses that roam freely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e This biography seeps into his technique. Even in a medium-format work on paper like this one, Loste paints with the physicality of someone who has worked with iron. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003col start=\"1\" data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eThe Theme:\u003c\/b\u003e Although famous for his riders and horses (\"passers-through of the vastness\"), here he applies that same wild vision to the human figure. We see two silhouettes—a man and a woman—that don't seem to be posing, but rather sprouting from the earth. They are what critics call \"insubstantial visions,\" human traces dwarfed by the force of nature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Material:\u003c\/b\u003e The palette of \u003cb\u003eearth tones, sepias, and browns\u003c\/b\u003e is not accidental: they are the colors of his surroundings in Roussillon. Loste does not use color to decorate, but to build atmosphere. The brushstrokes are dense, quick, intuitive; they seek to capture the vital essence of the subjects rather than their physical appearance. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e \u003cb\u003eValue of the Piece\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ePatrick Loste, a French painter with a solid track record in the contemporary art market.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eTechnical Execution:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe mastery of wash and pigment is remarkable, achieving smooth transitions between dark and light areas without losing the strength of the stroke.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eTheme:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eExplicit human figuration is a recurring and valued theme in his work, beyond his landscapes. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e \u003cb\u003eWorkshop Note\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003eThis work on paper functions as a\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThis is \u003cb\u003ea synthesis of Loste's pictorial universe\u003c\/b\u003e . It is a fragment that condenses his defining characteristics: a palette restricted to earth tones, the abandonment of contour lines, and the complete integration of the human figure into an abstract atmosphere. It is a small-scale demonstration of the same technical and conceptual force he applies to his large canvases.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"El taller del coleccionista","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52792963432781,"sku":null,"price":295.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0904\/1841\/3901\/files\/DSC_0245.jpg?v=1763481308"},{"product_id":"ramon-aguilar-more-retrato-femenino-1950-dibujo-original-de-epoca","title":"RAMÓN AGUILAR MORÉ: FEMALE PORTRAIT (1950) | ORIGINAL DRAWING FROM THE PERIOD","description":"\u003ch1\u003e \u003cb\u003eRAMÓN AGUILAR MORÉ: FEMALE PORTRAIT (1950) | ORIGINAL DRAWING FROM THE PERIOD\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e \u003ci\u003eThe elegance of post-war Barcelona, ​​captured by the \"painter of rhythm\".\u003c\/i\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e \u003cb\u003eDossier of the Work\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Ramón Aguilar Moré (Barcelona, ​​1924 - 2015).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eTitle:\u003c\/b\u003e Female Portrait.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eYear:\u003c\/b\u003e 1950 (Signed and dated).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eTechnique:\u003c\/b\u003e Mixed media on paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,4,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e 40 x 30 cm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,5,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eSignature:\u003c\/b\u003e Signed and dated \"R. Aguilar Moré 50\" in the lower corner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,6,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eProvenance:\u003c\/b\u003e Private collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,7,0\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition:\u003c\/b\u003e Good state of preservation. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e \u003cb\u003eCuratorial Analysis: The Captured Moment\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e This work has significant biographical value: it is dated \u003cb\u003e1950.\u003c\/b\u003e To understand it, one must know that Aguilar Moré was only 26 years old at the time and had just held his first exhibition at the legendary Sala Rovira (1949). We are looking at the work of a young talent in full bloom, just one year before his decisive trip to Paris. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003col start=\"1\" data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eThe Lineage of Movement:\u003c\/b\u003e Aguilar Moré descended from the \"Napoleon\" saga, the photographers who brought cinema to Barcelona. He had capturing the moment in his blood. Although here he portrays a static face, he uses the same \u003cb\u003e\"nervous\" and electric line\u003c\/b\u003e with which he would become famous drawing jazz and ballet at the Liceu.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Master's Influence:\u003c\/b\u003e In 1950, Aguilar Moré was still working under the tutelage of his mentor, the great set designer \u003cb\u003eOleguer Junyent\u003c\/b\u003e . Junyent gave him advice that would define his life: \"always draw, anywhere.\" This portrait has that immediacy; it's not a rigid academic study, but a sketch from life, full of life and psychology.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eThe Neo-Romantic Model:\u003c\/b\u003e The female figure, with its slender neck and melancholic gaze, is archetypal of his early period. It represents the discreet sophistication of the Barcelona bourgeoisie of the time, enveloped in that atmosphere that critics called \"neo-romanticism.\" \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e \u003cb\u003eValue of the Piece\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,0,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eVintage Work:\u003c\/b\u003e Finding a work by Aguilar Moré from \u003cb\u003e1950\u003c\/b\u003e is difficult. Most of what is circulating on the market is from later periods (1970s-1990s). This piece belongs to his formative and consolidated period, before winning major awards such as the Sant Jordi (1954).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLine Quality:\u003c\/b\u003e It shows the purity of his drawing before his style became more decorative in later decades. Here the line is functional, expressive, and precise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,2,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eHistorical Signature:\u003c\/b\u003e Aguilar Moré is an institutionalized artist, with work in the MACBA, the Reina Sofía Museum in Athens and the BBVA Collection. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e \u003cb\u003eWorkshop Note\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"18\"\u003e This piece is a little gem for anyone who understands the history of Catalan painting. It's Aguilar Moré before he was \"famous,\" drawing with the honesty and hunger of any beginning. It's a portrait that captures not only a woman, but also the atmosphere of a cultured and elegant Barcelona that was beginning to awaken in the 1950s.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"El taller del coleccionista","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52793027461453,"sku":null,"price":420.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0904\/1841\/3901\/files\/DSC_0282.jpg?v=1763482800"},{"product_id":"josep-barrenechea-retrato-masculino-carboncillo-original","title":"JOSEP BARRENECHEA: MALE PORTRAIT | ORIGINAL CHARCOAL DRAWING","description":"\u003ch1\u003e \u003cb\u003eJOSEP BARRENECHEA: MALE PORTRAIT | ORIGINAL CHARCOAL DRAWING\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e \u003ci\u003eA psychological study of light and shadow.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e \u003cb\u003eDossier of the Work\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Josep Barrenechea Tubilla (Barcelona, ​​1908 – 1991).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eTitle:\u003c\/b\u003e Male Portrait.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,2,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eYear:\u003c\/b\u003e 1972\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTechnique:\u003c\/b\u003e Charcoal on paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,4,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e 48 x 32 cm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,5,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eSignature:\u003c\/b\u003e Signed \"Barrenechea\" in the lower right corner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,6,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eProvenance:\u003c\/b\u003e Private collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,7,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eCondition:\u003c\/b\u003e Good. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eCuratorial Analysis: The Inner Gaze\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e Josep Barrenechea Tubilla was not an amateur; he was a figurative painter who exhibited in the legendary \u003cb\u003eBarcelona Spring Salons\u003c\/b\u003e of the 1930s (1933-1937) and in the \u003cb\u003eSaló d'Independents\u003c\/b\u003e of 1936. He belongs to that generation of solid craftsmanship that kept classical figuration alive through the turbulent decades of the 20th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e In this charcoal drawing, he demonstrates his skill for psychological portraiture: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003col start=\"1\" data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eThe Gesture:\u003c\/b\u003e The pose is classic yet powerful: his hand supporting his face, his brow slightly furrowed, and his gaze lost in the distance. It's not a social pose; it's a man alone with his thoughts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMasculinity and Line:\u003c\/b\u003e Barrenechea adapts his technique to the subject. He uses angular and firm lines to define the jaw, nose, and fingers, accurately conveying the bone structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eThe Drama of Light:\u003c\/b\u003e The use of charcoal is dramatic. The artist immerses the garment (the dark jacket) in a dense, rapid black wash, causing the illuminated face and hand to \"jump\" toward the viewer. It is a chiaroscuro that lends gravity and solemnity to the scene. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e \u003cb\u003eValue of the Piece\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,0,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eHistorical Generation:\u003c\/b\u003e It is the work of an artist who lived and exhibited in Barcelona during the Republic and the post-war period, maintaining a consistent career as a watercolorist and draftsman.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,1,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eTechnical Mastery:\u003c\/b\u003e This is a lesson in academic drawing. It shows how to resolve anatomy and expression without the need for color, relying solely on the tonal values ​​of the black and white of the paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eExpressive Force:\u003c\/b\u003e Unlike a decorative portrait, this work has weight. It conveys an atmosphere of serious reflection that lends character to the room where it is placed. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e \u003cb\u003eWorkshop Note\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"18\"\u003e This work stands out for its simplicity. Barrenechea did not seek to embellish the model, but rather to capture his state of mind. It is a masculine, understated, and powerful portrait, ideal for an office or a library, places where silence and contemplation take center stage.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"El taller del coleccionista","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52793523601741,"sku":null,"price":220.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0904\/1841\/3901\/files\/DSC_0376.jpg?v=1763487965"},{"product_id":"magda-folch-doble-retrato-de-pareja-escuela-de-tarragona-tinta-sobre-papel","title":"MAGDA FOLCH | DOUBLE PORTRAIT OF A COUPLE | TARRAGONA SCHOOL | INK ON PAPER","description":"\u003ch1\u003e MAGDA FOLCH | DOUBLE PORTRAIT OF A COUPLE | TARRAGONA SCHOOL | INK ON PAPER\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e \u003ci\u003eA masterclass in synthesis where the artist captures the psychology of two characters with a single continuous stroke.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e HISTORY AND CURATORIAL ANALYSIS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e Magda Folch (Reus, 1903 – Tarragona, 1981) \u003cb\u003e, the First Lady of Painting,\u003c\/b\u003e was a pioneer. In a time and place (post-war Tarragona) dominated by men, she established herself as a key figure, a professor, and a mentor to generations. Although she is celebrated for her oil paintings with their rich colors and impeccable technique, this 1973 drawing reveals her most intimate and modern side: the search for essence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVisual Analysis: Ariadne's Thread.\u003c\/b\u003e This is a pure drawing exercise. Folch uses a fine line to construct two faces and a gesture (the hand on the shoulder) without barely lifting his hand from the paper. The line is nervous, vibrant, almost a seismograph of emotion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e There are no corrections. The artist has complete faith in her own hand. Notice how she renders the man's beard or the woman's hair with controlled scribbles that suggest volume without any need for smudging. It's a style reminiscent of Cocteau's line drawings or Picasso's late sketches, where economy of means is a sign of absolute mastery. The figures' gaze, slightly melancholic, speaks of a silent communication between them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e WHY IS THIS PIECE AN OPPORTUNITY? \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,0,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eHistorical Female Signature:\u003c\/b\u003e Magda Folch is one of the most respected female artists in 20th-century Catalan historiography, with work in the Museu d'Art Modern de Tarragona.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMinimalist Aesthetic:\u003c\/b\u003e This artwork fits perfectly into contemporary interiors. Its clean lines allow for a modern frame that contrasts with the antique paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,2,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eMature Document:\u003c\/b\u003e Dated 1973, it belongs to the artist's last stage, when her anatomical knowledge was such that she could afford to \"play\" with the line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,3,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eEntrance Fee:\u003c\/b\u003e As it is a drawing and shows signs of age, it allows you to acquire a museum signature at a fraction of the price of his oil paintings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Magda Folch (1903–1981).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eTitle \/ Theme:\u003c\/b\u003e Couple (Double portrait with hand).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eYear\/Period:\u003c\/b\u003e 1973 (Dated next to the signature).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,3,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eTechnique and Support:\u003c\/b\u003e Ink on paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,4,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e 49.5 x 34.5 cm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,5,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eSignature:\u003c\/b\u003e Signed \"Magda Folch\" and dated \"73\" in the lower left corner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,6,0\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition:\u003c\/b\u003e Acceptable. The artwork shows visible damp stains ( \u003ci\u003efoxing\u003c\/i\u003e and water halos) in the lower left and right corners. \u003cb\u003eNote:\u003c\/b\u003e These defects are marginal and can be easily concealed with a conservation mat when framing, leaving the clean central image visible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,7,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eInspection Guarantee:\u003c\/b\u003e 14-day money-back guarantee to inspect the work in person.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e THE WORKSHOP NOTE\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e I rescued this drawing because it possesses a brutal honesty. Magda Folch wasn't trying to impress anyone here; she was capturing a soul. Despite the stains on the paper—which, to me, are the scars of time and proof that it's not a modern print—the power of those four lines that form the eyes remains intact. It's a piece for those who know how to look beyond the surface and see the hand that touched it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncludes Collector's Dossier\u003c\/strong\u003e : This work is delivered accompanied by a technical sheet and historical context prepared and printed by El Taller del Coleccionista, certifying our research.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"El taller del coleccionista","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52803348037965,"sku":null,"price":120.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0904\/1841\/3901\/files\/DSC_0149.jpg?v=1763646176"},{"product_id":"josep-rigol-fornaguera-apunte-de-avila-plaza-e-iglesia-de-las-vacas-dibujo-preparatorio-con-anotaciones-lapiz","title":"JOSEP RIGOL FORNAGUERA | SKETCH OF ÁVILA: PLAZA AND CHURCH OF LAS VACAS | PREPARATORY DRAWING WITH ANNOTATIONS (PENCIL)","description":"\u003ch1\u003e JOSEP RIGOL FORNAGUERA | SKETCH OF ÁVILA: PLAZA AND CHURCH OF LAS VACAS | PREPARATORY DRAWING WITH ANNOTATIONS (PENCIL)\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eAn exceptional working document that allows us to enter the mind of the artist, revealing his creative process through corrections and handwritten notes on the Castilian landscape.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e HISTORY AND CURATORIAL ANALYSIS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eThe Chronicler's Eye:\u003c\/b\u003e Josep Rigol Fornaguera (1882–1958) was a Catalan draftsman and painter known for his ability to capture rural architecture and atmosphere with ethnographic precision. This work is not a finished drawing, but something more interesting: it is a \"field sketch\" made from life in Ávila. It depicts the \u003cb\u003ePlaza and Church of Las Vacas\u003c\/b\u003e , an iconic corner of the walled city.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVisual and Documentary Analysis:\u003c\/b\u003e The work is executed in graphite pencil on laid or sketch paper. The lines are confident and descriptive, focusing on the architecture of the church and the stone cross in the foreground. What elevates the value of this piece are \u003cb\u003ethe artist's own handwritten annotations\u003c\/b\u003e , which serve as instructions for a later work (probably an oil painting or engraving).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\"\u003e \u003ci\u003e\"Ojo que cau d'aquest sang\"\u003c\/i\u003e (Eye that falls on this side).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\"\u003e \u003ci\u003e\"Portar la creu més a la dreta\"\u003c\/i\u003e (Carry the cross further to the right): A real-time compositional correction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e In addition, three rectangular stains of oxidized adhesive tape are observed (on the reverse and translucent on the front), evidence that this drawing was hung or fixed in the painter's studio as a work reference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e WHY IS THIS PIECE AN OPPORTUNITY?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eEducational Value:\u003c\/b\u003e This is a perfect piece for collectors who love the artistic \"process.\" Seeing the master's doubts and corrections is a privilege that a finished work does not offer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eHistorical Testimony:\u003c\/b\u003e It documents the state of the Plaza de las Vacas in Ávila at the beginning\/mid of the 20th century, with figures dressed in period clothing and loose animals, providing local historical value.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eAuthenticity:\u003c\/b\u003e Signed \"J. Rigol F.\" and hand-titled \"AVILA \/ Plaça i Esglesia de les Vaques\", which leaves no doubt about its authorship and location.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Josep Rigol Fornaguera (1882–1958).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eTitle \/ Subject:\u003c\/b\u003e Notes on Ávila (Plaza and Church of the Cows).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eYear\/Period:\u003c\/b\u003e Circa 1920-1940.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,3,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eTechnique and Support:\u003c\/b\u003e Graphite pencil on sketch paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,4,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e 29 x 24.5 cm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,5,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eSignature:\u003c\/b\u003e Signed \"J. Rigol F.\" in the lower right corner. Titled and located by the author in the lower margin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,6,0\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition:\u003c\/b\u003e Fair\/Historical. The paper has a natural tan tone due to age. There are three dark rectangular stains in the central area (caused by the oxidation of old adhesive tape on the reverse), which visually affect the image but confirm its use as workshop material. Irregular edges typical of a field notebook.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,7,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eInspection Guarantee:\u003c\/b\u003e 14-day money-back guarantee to inspect the work in person.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e THE WORKSHOP NOTE\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e This work fascinates me because it's an \"artist's kitchen.\" It wasn't meant to be sold, but to be used. The Catalan notes about a landscape of Ávila tell us about the painter's travels through Spain. The adhesive tape stains, far from bothering me, tell me that this paper was stuck to the wall of his studio while he was painting the final canvas. It's a piece of the painter's life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncludes Collector's Dossier:\u003c\/strong\u003e This work is delivered accompanied by a technical sheet and historical context prepared and printed by El Taller del Coleccionista, certifying our research.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"El taller del coleccionista","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52803640066381,"sku":null,"price":115.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0904\/1841\/3901\/files\/DSC_0208.jpg?v=1763649003"},{"product_id":"rofer-roberto-fernandez-tras-el-telon-cronica-sovietica-ilustracion-original-de-prensa-tecnica-mixta","title":"ROFER (ROBERTO FERNÁNDEZ) | BEHIND THE CURTAIN (SOVIET CHRONICLE) | ORIGINAL PRESS ILLUSTRATION | MIXED MEDIA","description":"\u003ch1\u003eROFER (ROBERTO FERNÁNDEZ) | BEHIND THE CURTAIN (SOVIET CHRONICLE) | ORIGINAL PRESS ILLUSTRATION | MIXED MEDIA\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e \u003ci\u003eA piece of graphic journalism that captures, with the irony and speed of a born illustrator, the atmosphere of secrecy behind the Iron Curtain.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e HISTORY AND CURATORIAL ANALYSIS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e \u003cb\u003ePhotojournalist\u003c\/b\u003e Roberto Fernández \"Rofer\" (1927–2020) was one of the great illustrators of the Spanish press in the 20th century. His agile pen documented current events in historic publications such as \u003ci\u003eABC\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eBlanco y Negro\u003c\/i\u003e . This work is not a cabinet painting; it is an \u003cb\u003eoriginal illustration\u003c\/b\u003e conceived for reproduction (possibly as a section header, feature cover, or book cover). The handwritten title \"TRAS EL CETÓN...\" (Behind the Curtain...) makes an unmistakable reference to the \"Iron Curtain\" and the Soviet Union during the Cold War.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVisual Analysis: The Spy's Gaze\u003c\/b\u003e The composition is theatrical and narrative. A male character—probably an \u003ci\u003ealter ego\u003c\/i\u003e of the journalist or the artist himself—wearing the characteristic fur hat ( \u003ci\u003eushanka\u003c\/i\u003e ) and glasses, parts heavy blue curtains to take notes. His gaze, directed at the viewer, makes us complicit in what he is observing\/investigating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e In the background, Rofer places Moscow's quintessential icon: the bulbous domes of St. Basil's Cathedral, rendered with quick ink strokes and splashes of color that suggest the architecture without dwelling on academic detail. The technique is mixed: watercolor or gouache for the large masses of color (the drapery, the clothing) and India ink or marker to outline the contours with a nervous and efficient graphic style, typical of someone working against the printing press's clock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e WHY IS THIS PIECE AN OPPORTUNITY?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePeriod Document:\u003c\/b\u003e Beyond its aesthetic value, it is a testament to 20th-century geopolitics as seen through the Spanish press. It captures the mystery and fascination that the USSR exerted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,1,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eLarge Format:\u003c\/b\u003e At almost 70 cm high, it is an illustration of unusually large dimensions, giving it a much greater presence on the wall than the usual press cartoon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,2,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eOriginality:\u003c\/b\u003e Since it is the original (not the print), the underlying pencil strokes, the freshness of the watercolor, and the hand lettering of the title are appreciated, elements that are lost in the printed reproduction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,3,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eCult Signature:\u003c\/b\u003e Rofer is a benchmark for collectors of Spanish illustration and classic comics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Rofer (Roberto Fernández, 1927–2020).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eTitle \/ Topic:\u003c\/b\u003e Behind the Curtain (Journalist in Moscow).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eYear\/Period:\u003c\/b\u003e Circa 1970-1980.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,3,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eTechnique and Support:\u003c\/b\u003e Mixed media on cardboard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,4,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e 69.5 x 49.5 cm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,5,0\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSignature:\u003c\/b\u003e Signed \"Rofer\" vertically in the center left area. Handwritten title in the upper right area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,6,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eCondition:\u003c\/b\u003e Acceptable. The central image and colors are in excellent condition, vibrant and fresh. There are some \u003ci\u003efoxing\u003c\/i\u003e and dirt spots on the right margin, outside the main illustration, typical of newsprint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,7,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eInspection Guarantee:\u003c\/b\u003e 14-day money-back guarantee to inspect the work in person.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e THE WORKSHOP NOTE\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e This work amuses and fascinates me in equal measure. It has that cinematic quality of 70s spy films. Rofer had a unique ability to characterize people with just a few lines; look at the journalist's expression, a mixture of curiosity and caution. It's a perfect piece for an office or a library because it speaks of investigation, travel, and history. It's not just a drawing; it's a chronicle.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"El taller del coleccionista","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52804294869325,"sku":null,"price":195.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0904\/1841\/3901\/files\/DSC_0080.jpg?v=1763659488"},{"product_id":"sabrina-sampere-escena-portuaria-y-urbana-apunte-del-natural-1998-carboncillo","title":"SABRINA SAMPERE | PORT AND URBAN SCENE | SKETCH FROM LIFE (1998) | CHARCOAL ","description":"\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"1\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch1 class=\"\"\u003e SABRINA SAMPERE | PORT AND URBAN SCENE | SKETCH FROM LIFE (1998) | CHARCOAL\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e \u003ci class=\"\"\u003eThe vibrant atmosphere of the port captured with the immediacy of charcoal drawing by one of the most interesting material artists on the Catalan scene.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e HISTORY AND CURATORIAL ANALYSIS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\u003cb class=\"\"\u003eThe Skeleton of the Work:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eSabrina Sampere (Barcelona) is recognized today for her textural,\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003edense painting,\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003efull of\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003esands and pigments.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eHowever,\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eto arrive at abstract texture,\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eone must first master structure.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eThis 1998 drawing is a testament to that foundation:\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003ea sketch from life where the artist captures the energy of a port city (probably Barcelona) with admirable economy of means.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\u003cb class=\"\"\u003eVisual Analysis: The Rhythm of the City\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e. The composition is divided into two narrative planes.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eIn the foreground,\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003ethe deck of a boat,\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003ewith its technical elements (ropes,\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003egas cylinders,\u003c\/span\u003e structures) rendered with a dense, \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eblack, and oily\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003echarcoal stroke\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003ethat anchors the viewer's gaze.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eIn the background,\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003ebehind a wall or dock,\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eurban life unfolds:\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003ecars,\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003epedestrians, and commercial signs (partially legible, \"NAUTIC...\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\") sketched with a much lighter and more atmospheric stroke.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eSampere uses charcoal in all its forms:\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003ethe sharp line to define the ship's architecture and the blending stump (or his finger) to create shadows and the sensation of movement and smoke in the street.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eIt is an atmospheric work,\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003egray and silvery,\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003ethat captures the damp light of the port.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e WHY IS THIS PIECE AN OPPORTUNITY? \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,0,0\"\u003e \u003cb class=\"\"\u003eA Rarity in Her Production:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eThe market is accustomed to seeing Sampere's textured canvases.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eFinding a figurative drawing from the late 90s is like gaining access to the artist's \"workshop,\"\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eto her way of seeing before abstracting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb class=\"\"\u003eGenerous Format:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eMeasuring 56 x 40 cm,\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003ethis is a substantial work on paper.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eFramed,\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eit becomes a piece of great presence (approx.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e70 x 55 cm).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,2,0\"\u003e \u003cb class=\"\"\u003eIndustrial\/Loft Aesthetic:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eThe port theme and the black and white of the charcoal fit perfectly into industrial,\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eminimalist or masculine style decorations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,3,0\"\u003e \u003cb class=\"\"\u003eEntry Price:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eAllows you to own an original (unique piece) from an established gallery artist for a fraction of the cost of her canvases.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\"\u003e \u003cb class=\"\"\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eSabrina Sampere.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\"\u003e \u003cb class=\"\"\u003eTitle \/ Topic:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eView of the port and urban traffic.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0\"\u003e \u003cb class=\"\"\u003eYear\/Period:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e1998 (Dated next to the signature).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb class=\"\"\u003eTechnique and Support:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eCharcoal on paper.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,4,0\"\u003e \u003cb class=\"\"\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e56 x 40 cm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,5,0\"\u003e \u003cb class=\"\"\u003eSignature:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eSigned \"Sabrina Sampere\" and dated \"98\" in the lower left corner.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,6,0\"\u003e \u003cb class=\"\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eGood.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eThe paper has a slight natural tone due to age,\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003ebut there are no obvious damp stains on the image.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,7,0\"\u003e \u003cb class=\"\"\u003eInspection Guarantee:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e14-day money-back guarantee to inspect the work in person.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e THE WORKSHOP NOTE\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eI like this work because it's \"film noir.\"\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eIt has the atmosphere of a detective novel,\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eof a bustling, noisy port.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eThe contrast between the static solidity of the ship in the foreground and the chaos of the cars in the background is very well done.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eIt's a perfect piece for anyone who appreciates drawing in its purest form,\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003ewithout the \"makeup\" of color.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"14\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncludes Collector's Dossier:\u003c\/strong\u003e This work is delivered accompanied by a technical sheet and historical context prepared and printed by El Taller del Coleccionista, certifying our research.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"El taller del coleccionista","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52804341203277,"sku":null,"price":145.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0904\/1841\/3901\/files\/imagen_2025-11-20_183941370.png?v=1763660386"},{"product_id":"gines-serran-pagan-composicion-habana-1987","title":"GINÉS SERRÁN PAGÁN | COMPOSITION OF HAVANA (1987) | MATTER ABSTRACTION | MIXED MEDIA","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eAn artistic log fragment that captures the light and wear of Cuba, in a very limited edition by one of Spain's most international creators.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eHistory and Curatorial Analysis\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGinés Serrán Pagán\u003c\/b\u003e (Ceuta, 1949) is an anthropologist-artist, a nomad who has crossed the globe from New York to the villages of China, searching for a universal language. This work, dated and localized manually as \u003cb\u003e\"La Habana, III\/87\"\u003c\/b\u003e (March 1987), is not a simple landscape; it is an \"archeology of the moment.\" Serrán Pagán does not paint what he sees, but what he feels: the charged atmosphere, the humidity, and the history accumulated on the walls of the Caribbean.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eVisually, the piece is presented as an \u003cb\u003eold document or a found map\u003c\/b\u003e. The artist has treated the paper with washes of ochre, sienna, and earth to simulate premature aging, evoking the patina of the flaking colonial walls of Old Havana. On this atmospheric base, he constructs a central composition enclosed in an irregular black frame, where graphics reminiscent of ancient calligraphy, flags, or frayed boat sails float.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eThe technique is a \u003cb\u003ecomplex mixed media on paper\u003c\/b\u003e. The use of greasy inks for dense blacks, fluid washes for the background, and touches of pure pigment (yellows, reds, blues) that vibrate against the warmth of the support can be observed. The inclusion of the numbering \u003cb\u003e6\/12\u003c\/b\u003e within a personalized circular stamp with the artist's \"G\" in the lower-left corner integrates the technical data as part of the composition, giving it the character of a \"postal shipment\" or certified document.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003eWhy is this piece an opportunity for your collection?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eExtreme Exclusivity (Edition 6\/12):\u003c\/b\u003e In the graphic art market, print runs of 75, 100, or 200 copies are common. An edition of \u003cb\u003eonly 12 units\u003c\/b\u003e is an absolute rarity (\"Rare Book\"). It makes the piece an almost unique object of desire, closer to an original than a print.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTestimonial Value:\u003c\/b\u003e The inscription \"La Habana, III\/87\" places the work in a crucial time and space. It is a biographical record of the artist's passage through Cuba in the 1980s, which adds historical value to the aesthetic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\"Traveler\" Aesthetic:\u003c\/b\u003e The earthy tones and the appearance of parchment or an old map make it a very powerful decorative piece. It provides instant warmth and fits perfectly into colonial, eclectic, or characterful office environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor's Projection:\u003c\/b\u003e Serrán Pagán is today a prominent figure in monumental art in Asia and America. His works from the 1980s are \"the roots\" of that global success, highly sought after by collectors who value his career.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eArtist:\u003c\/b\u003e Ginés Serrán Pagán (Ceuta, 1949).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTitle \/ Theme:\u003c\/b\u003e Abstract composition (Havana Series).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlace and Date:\u003c\/b\u003e Havana, March 1987 (Inscription: \"III\/87\").\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eEdition:\u003c\/b\u003e Copy \u003cb\u003e6 of 12\u003c\/b\u003e (Numbered 6\/12 within artist's stamp).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTechnique:\u003c\/b\u003e Mixed media (graphic work intervened with washes, ink, and pigments) on heavy-weight paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,5,0\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e 73.5 x 49.5 cm (approx).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,6,0\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSignature:\u003c\/b\u003e Signed in pencil \"Ginés Serrán Pagán\" in the lower right corner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,7,0\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition:\u003c\/b\u003e Very good. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,8,0\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eInspection Guarantee:\u003c\/b\u003e 14-day guaranteed return to inspect the work in person.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003eThe Workshop's Note\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003eWhat I love about this piece is that it doesn't look like it was made yesterday; it looks salvaged. Serrán Pagán has the gift of aging paper so that it tells stories. Seeing the number \u003cb\u003e6\/12\u003c\/b\u003e, I understood that I was looking at something special: he didn't make this to sell in bulk; he made it to share a travel experience with very few people. Those impasto blacks against the ochre background have incredible tactile strength. It's a work for those who love maps, travel, and stories that can be read between the lines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncludes Collector's Dossier:\u003c\/strong\u003e This artwork comes with a technical sheet and historical context prepared and printed by El Taller del Coleccionista, certifying our research.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"El taller del coleccionista","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52804497113421,"sku":null,"price":1125.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0904\/1841\/3901\/files\/imagen_2025-11-20_190106184.png?v=1763661672"},{"product_id":"escuela-espanola-s-xix-xx-la-lectora-segun-fragonard-academicismo-carboncillo","title":"SPANISH SCHOOL (19TH-20TH CENTURIES) | THE READER (ACCORDING TO FRAGONARD) | ACADEMICISM | CHARCOAL DRAWING","description":"\u003ch1\u003e SPANISH SCHOOL (19TH-20TH CENTURIES) | THE READER (ACCORDING TO FRAGONARD) | ACADEMICISM | CHARCOAL DRAWING\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eAn exercise in academic virtuosity that translates into black and white the intimacy and silence of one of the masterpieces of the Rococo.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e HISTORY AND CURATORIAL ANALYSIS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eDialogue with the Master\u003c\/b\u003e This work is a direct homage to \u003ci\u003e\"La Liseuse\"\u003c\/i\u003e (The Young Girl Reading), painted by Jean-Honoré Fragonard around 1770. The artist, belonging to the Spanish school of the early 20th century, undertakes a classic exercise in \u003ci\u003eemulation\u003c\/i\u003e : studying the master to learn how to capture light. Unlike the original oil painting, where yellow is the dominant color, here the artist faces the challenge of conveying the entire atmosphere and texture of the dress using only the gray scale of charcoal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVisual Analysis: The Light of Knowledge.\u003c\/b\u003e The work stands out for its exquisite treatment of light, which falls on the young woman's face and the pages of the book, leaving the background in a velvety penumbra that enhances the intimacy of the scene. The use of charcoal is academic and meticulous: there is a soft modeling ( \u003ci\u003esfumato\u003c\/i\u003e ) in the girl's skin and a remarkable volumetric work in the folds of the dress and the cushion, which contrast with the darkness of the chair's back.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e The handwritten dedication in the lower right corner (\"Remembering my dear sister on her Saint's Day...\") reveals the intimate nature of the work: it was not an anonymous commercial commission, but a personal gift, probably made by a cultured artist trained in copying museum pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e WHY IS THIS PIECE AN OPPORTUNITY?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eUniversal Iconography:\u003c\/b\u003e The image of a woman reading is an absolute classic in the history of art (\"Bibliophilia\"). It represents intimacy, intellect, and domestic peace, and is a theme that is always in high demand for decorative purposes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,1,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eQuality of Execution:\u003c\/b\u003e It is not an \u003ci\u003eamateur\u003c\/i\u003e sketch; the hands and profile are drawn with anatomical precision that denotes a solid academic background.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,2,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eLarge Format:\u003c\/b\u003e Measuring 62 x 46.5 cm, it is a substantial piece. Framed with a good mat and a classic frame, it has the necessary presence to grace a library or office.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,3,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eTimeless Aesthetics:\u003c\/b\u003e It allows you to have the classic essence of a Fragonard but with the elegant and modern sobriety of black and white.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Spanish \/ Catalan School (Signature not identified).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eTitle \/ Theme:\u003c\/b\u003e The Reader (Interpretation of Jean-Honoré Fragonard).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eYear\/Period:\u003c\/b\u003e Circa 1900-1930.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,3,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eTechnique and Support:\u003c\/b\u003e Charcoal and blending stump on paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e 62 x 46.5 cm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,5,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eInscriptions:\u003c\/b\u003e Handwritten dedication on the lower right margin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,5,0\"\u003e \u003cb style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eGood. The central drawing (the figure) remains perfectly legible and with excellent contrast. The paper shows\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003ethe natural browning characteristic of the support due to age.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,7,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eInspection Guarantee:\u003c\/b\u003e 14-day money-back guarantee to inspect the work in person.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e THE WORKSHOP NOTE\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003eWhat fascinates me about this piece is how it captures the total absorption of reading. The artist has managed to translate Fragonard's vibrant color into a silent, velvety grayscale, creating an atmosphere of absolute intimacy. But above all, it is the handwritten dedication that gives it soul: it transforms a technical study into a personal testament of familial affection. It is an ideal work for a bibliophile, a piece that not only decorates but also accompanies the silence of a good book.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eIncludes Collector's Dossier:\u003c\/strong\u003e This work is delivered accompanied by a technical sheet and historical context prepared and printed by El Taller del Coleccionista, certifying our research.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"El taller del coleccionista","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52815284928845,"sku":null,"price":325.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0904\/1841\/3901\/files\/DSC_0225.jpg?v=1763833126"},{"product_id":"domenec-malfeito-tanella-retrato-de-yorkshire-terrier-realismo-expresivo-tecnica-mixta-1981","title":"DOMÈNEC MALFEITO TANELLA | PORTRAIT OF YORKSHIRE TERRIER | EXPRESSIVE REALISM | MIXED TECHNIQUE (1981)","description":"\u003ch1\u003e DOMÈNEC MALFEITO TANELLA | PORTRAIT OF YORKSHIRE TERRIER | EXPRESSIVE REALISM | MIXED TECHNIQUE (1981)\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e \u003ci\u003eA capture full of tenderness and character where the speed of the stroke manages to convey the electric vivacity of the pet.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e HISTORY AND CURATORIAL ANALYSIS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eThe portraitist of character\u003c\/b\u003e , Domènec Malfeito Tanella (Barcelona, ​​1936), is an artist who has moved with ease between landscape and figure, but it is in sketching from life where his hand demonstrates the greatest skill. Created in 1981, this work departs from the static and prim pet portrait to offer us something more modern: the psychology of the animal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVisual Analysis: The Texture of the Nerve.\u003c\/b\u003e The most striking aspect of this piece is how the artist resolves the technical difficulty of the coat. Instead of drawing hair by hair, Malfeito uses a very gestural, quick, and energetic black stroke (charcoal or grease pencil). These controlled strokes create the perfect illusion of the shaggy, unruly texture typical of Yorkshire Terriers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e The background, rendered with vertical sweeps of sanguine or salmon-toned pastel, not only adds warmth but also pushes the figure forward, giving it volume. The animal's focused and bright gaze acts as the focal point, humanizing the composition and immediately connecting with the viewer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e WHY IS THIS PIECE AN OPPORTUNITY? \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,0,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003e\"Animalia\" theme:\u003c\/b\u003e Animal-themed collecting ( \u003ci\u003eDog Art\u003c\/i\u003e ) has a very loyal and passionate niche market. It's a piece that resonates emotionally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDrawing Quality:\u003c\/b\u003e Beyond the subject matter, it's a very well-executed drawing. The economy of lines used to define the snout and ears denotes a professional artist, not an amateur.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,2,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eDecoration with Soul:\u003c\/b\u003e It is an original work from the 80s that brings warmth and an authentic \u003ci\u003evintage\u003c\/i\u003e touch to any corner of the house.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,3,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eVertical Format:\u003c\/b\u003e Its dimensions (46.5 x 30 cm) make it very easy to place in narrow spaces or as part of a \"gallery wall\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Domènec Malfeito Tanella (1936 - ).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eTitle \/ Subject:\u003c\/b\u003e Portrait of a Yorkshire Terrier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eYear\/Period:\u003c\/b\u003e 1981 (Dated under the signature).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,3,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eTechnique and Support:\u003c\/b\u003e Mixed media (Charcoal\/Grease pencil and sanguine\/pastel) on paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,4,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e 46.5 x 30 cm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,5,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eSignature:\u003c\/b\u003e Signed \"D. Malfeito Tanella\" and dated \"1981\" in the lower right margin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,6,0\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition:\u003c\/b\u003e Good. The central drawing is in perfect condition. The paper shows traces of old adhesive tape ( \u003ci\u003etape marks\u003c\/i\u003e ) on the top, right, and left margins, the result of having been affixed in the artist's studio.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,7,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eInspection Guarantee:\u003c\/b\u003e 14-day money-back guarantee to inspect the work in person.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e THE WORKSHOP NOTE\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e Malfeito hasn't painted a \"show dog,\" he's painted a real dog, a little disheveled, with that attentive gaze of one waiting for a treat or a walk. I like the tape marks along the edges; they tell the story of this paper being taped to the painter's easel while the model posed restlessly. With a good mat covering the edges, it makes a fantastic piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eIncludes Collector's Dossier:\u003c\/strong\u003e This work is delivered accompanied by a technical sheet and historical context prepared and printed by El Taller del Coleccionista, certifying our research.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"El taller del coleccionista","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52815408890189,"sku":null,"price":155.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0904\/1841\/3901\/files\/DSC_0024.webp?v=1763836933"},{"product_id":"julio-quesada-guilabert-retrato-de-caballero-escuela-espanola-1961-acuarela","title":"JULIO QUESADA GUILABERT | PORTRAIT OF A GENTLEMAN | SPANISH SCHOOL (1961) | WATERCOLOR","description":"\u003ch1\u003e JULIO QUESADA GUILABERT | PORTRAIT OF A GENTLEMAN | SPANISH SCHOOL (1961) | WATERCOLOR\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e \u003ci\u003eA masterclass in water and pigment control by one of Spain's most celebrated and respected watercolorists.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e HISTORY AND CURATORIAL ANALYSIS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e Julio Quesada (Madrid, 1918 – Crevillent, 2009) \u003cb\u003e, the Virtuoso of Water,\u003c\/b\u003e was no ordinary painter; he was an innovator and an absolute master of watercolor. Considered one of the best Spanish watercolorists of the 20th century (with his own museum in Crevillent and international acclaim), Quesada had the ability to \"draw by painting.\" This work from 1961 belongs to his period of technical mastery, where his command of portraiture was such that he could capture the psychology of the model without the need for an obvious preliminary drawing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVisual Analysis: Transparency.\u003c\/b\u003e What defines this piece is the \u003cb\u003eatmosphere\u003c\/b\u003e . Quesada does not fill in an outline; he constructs the face through planes of light and shadow created with superimposed washes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eThe Technique:\u003c\/b\u003e The background is an abstract, wet-looking stain in shades of gray and green that envelops the figure without obscuring it. From this abstraction, the face emerges with astonishing clarity, demonstrating the artist's control over the paper's moisture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eThe Detail:\u003c\/b\u003e The gaze is fluid and alive, the focal point of the work. The skin is not a single color; it has pinkish and ochre undertones, and cool (blue\/violet) shadows on the jawline that suggest shaving. The tie and shirt collar are rendered with an impressionistic looseness, contrasting with the anatomical precision of the eyes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e WHY IS THIS PIECE AN OPPORTUNITY? \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eTop-Tier Signature:\u003c\/b\u003e Julio Quesada is an undisputed \"Blue Chip\" of Spanish watercolor painting. His signature is a guarantee of superior technical quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGolden Age:\u003c\/b\u003e Dated in 61, it corresponds to a moment of maturity where the artist already had total control of the technique but retained the classical freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eState of Conservation:\u003c\/b\u003e The paper looks clean and the colors have not lost their transparency or luminosity, something vital in watercolors from more than 60 years ago.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,3,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eMuseum Quality:\u003c\/b\u003e This is a perfect example of academic portraiture executed with a difficult technique (watercolor does not allow for corrections). Ideal for collectors who value craftsmanship and mastery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Julio Quesada Guilabert (1918–2009).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eTitle \/ Subject:\u003c\/b\u003e Portrait of a gentleman.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eYear\/Period:\u003c\/b\u003e 1961 (Dated next to the signature).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,3,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eTechnique and Support:\u003c\/b\u003e Watercolor on medium grain paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,4,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e 43.5 x 31 cm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,5,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eSignature:\u003c\/b\u003e Signed \"Quesada\" and dated \"61\" in the lower right corner with his characteristic handwriting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,6,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eState of Conservation:\u003c\/b\u003e Very good.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,7,0\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eInspection Guarantee:\u003c\/b\u003e 14-day money-back guarantee to inspect the work in person.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e THE WORKSHOP NOTE\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e I included this piece for a technical reason: the eyes. Painting a convincing gaze in oil is difficult; doing it in watercolor, where one mistake can ruin the paper, is a master's feat. Here, Quesada manages to make the water become flesh. Although the subject is anonymous, the quality of the painting allows the work to stand on its own as an object of technical beauty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eIncludes Collector's Dossier:\u003c\/strong\u003e This work is delivered accompanied by a technical sheet and historical context prepared and printed by El Taller del Coleccionista, certifying our research.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"El taller del coleccionista","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52815514665293,"sku":null,"price":185.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0904\/1841\/3901\/files\/DSC_0010_26bf0e8d-81ca-42b4-bef9-cc15505185df.webp?v=1763840639"},{"product_id":"ricard-calvo-duran-roma-piazza-del-popolo-con-ciclista-ilustracion-urbana-tecnica-mixta-sobre-papel","title":"RICARD CALVO DURAN | ROME: PIAZZA DEL POPOLO WITH CYCLIST | URBAN ILLUSTRATION | MIXED MEDIA ON PAPER","description":"\u003ch1 data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eRICARD CALVO DURAN | ROME: PIAZZA DEL POPOLO WITH CYCLIST | URBAN ILLUSTRATION | MIXED MEDIA ON PAPER\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eAn unusual vision of the Eternal City where baroque monumentality gives way to the solitude of the urban cyclist.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eHISTORY AND CURATORIAL ANALYSIS\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eHuman Scale versus History.\u003c\/b\u003e In this 1989 work, Ricard Calvo Duran transports us to one of Rome's most theatrical settings: the entrance to the \u003cb\u003ePiazza del Popolo\u003c\/b\u003e . However, the artist eschews the conventional tourist postcard. Instead of a crowded square, he presents us with an almost metaphysical, empty space, dominated by the perfect symmetry of the twin churches of Santa Maria in Montesanto and Santa Maria dei Miracoli.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eVisual Analysis: Clear Line and Atmosphere\u003c\/b\u003e The technical execution is impeccable, inheriting the best tradition of architectural illustration and the European \"clear line\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eThe Drawing:\u003c\/b\u003e Calvo Duran uses ink to define with surgical precision the columns, domes and entablatures of the Roman Baroque.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Color:\u003c\/b\u003e The watercolor application is atmospheric. The sky is not the typical blue of the Mediterranean, but a brownish-gray stain, heavy with moisture, which gives the scene a melancholic and sophisticated air.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,2,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eThe Counterpoint:\u003c\/b\u003e All the solemnity of the stone is broken by the figure of the cyclist in the foreground, dressed in a striking pink shirt. He is the discordant element that brings the work to life: a solitary human being pedaling towards the immensity of history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eWHY IS THIS PIECE AN OPPORTUNITY?\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,0,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eRecognizable Iconography:\u003c\/b\u003e It represents one of the world's most famous urban landmarks (the Trident of Rome), but viewed from an authorial perspective, which distances it from the \u003ci\u003esouvenir\u003c\/i\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,1,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eTimeless Aesthetics:\u003c\/b\u003e Its clean, graphic style allows the work to fit both in a classic office (due to the theme) and in a modern living room (due to the technical execution and the use of negative space).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDecorative Value:\u003c\/b\u003e The contrast between the earth\/stone tones of the architecture and the vibrant pink of the cyclist creates a very powerful visual focal point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,3,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eImportant Framing:\u003c\/b\u003e The artwork features a wide and deep (5 cm) wooden frame that adds substance and protects the piece, ready to be hung.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eTECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Ricard Calvo Duran (Signed \"Calvoduran\").\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eTitle\/Theme:\u003c\/b\u003e Rome: The Piazza del Popolo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eYear\/Period:\u003c\/b\u003e 1989 (Dated next to the signature).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,3,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eTechnique and Support:\u003c\/b\u003e Mixed media on paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,4,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e Artwork: 42.5 x 52.5 cm | Frame: 54.5 x 62 x 5 cm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,5,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eSignature:\u003c\/b\u003e Handwritten in ink in the lower center area, with the location \"Rome\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,6,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eProvenance:\u003c\/b\u003e Private collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,7,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eCondition:\u003c\/b\u003e Excellent. The paper retains its original whiteness at the edges and the colors remain vibrant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,8,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eInspection Guarantee:\u003c\/b\u003e 14-day money-back guarantee to inspect the work in person.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTHE WORKSHOP NOTE\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e Rome is a noisy and chaotic city, but Calvo Duran has managed to \"turn off\" the sound. By eliminating the traffic and the crowds, he leaves us alone with the architecture and that single cyclist. It's a work that conveys calm and elegance. I like to think of it as a visual pause; a window onto a Rome that only exists early in the morning or in the artist's imagination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eIncludes Collector's Dossier:\u003c\/b\u003e This work is delivered accompanied by a technical sheet and historical context prepared and printed by El Taller del Coleccionista, certifying our research.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"El taller del coleccionista","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52817072521549,"sku":null,"price":185.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0904\/1841\/3901\/files\/DSC_0365_01.jpg?v=1763867570"},{"product_id":"ricard-calvo-duran-costumbrismo-italiano-en-asis-ilustracion-urbana-tecnica-mixta-sobre-papel","title":"RICARD CALVO DURAN | ITALIAN COSTUMBRISM ​​IN ASSISI | URBAN ILLUSTRATION | MIXED MEDIA ON PAPER","description":"\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eRICARD CALVO DURAN | ITALIAN COSTUMBRISM ​​IN ASSISI | URBAN ILLUSTRATION | MIXED MEDIA ON PAPER\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e \u003ci\u003eA delightful contrast between the spirituality of sacred architecture and the vibrant everyday life on two wheels.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eHISTORY AND CURATORIAL ANALYSIS\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Sacred and the Mundane.\u003c\/b\u003e Created in 1990, this work by Ricard Calvo Duran captures the soul of Italy better than any tourist photograph. The artist places us before the imposing \u003cb\u003eBasilica of St. Francis of Assisi\u003c\/b\u003e , one of the most important pilgrimage sites in the world. However, far from solemnizing the scene, Calvo Duran introduces an element of irresistible humor and humanity: a nun riding a classic Vespa in the foreground. It is an image that encapsulates the ecclesiastical \"dolce vita,\" where age-old tradition coexists with practical modernity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eVisual Analysis: Precision and Atmosphere\u003c\/b\u003e The piece stands out for its \"clear line\" style, very close to high-quality editorial illustration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eThe Architecture:\u003c\/b\u003e The ink drawing is rigorous, capturing in detail the Gothic and Romanesque structure of the complex, from the bell tower to the lower arches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eColor:\u003c\/b\u003e The artist uses a bold palette. The sky is not light blue, but a deep blue that sets off the cream-colored stone silhouette of the basilica, creating an almost theatrical drama.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,2,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eThe Narrative:\u003c\/b\u003e The composition guides the eye from the monumental background to the anecdotal foreground. The vintage cars (late 1980s) parked and the groups of friars walking provide a fascinating temporal and sociological context.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eWHY IS THIS PIECE AN OPPORTUNITY?\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,0,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eIconic Theme:\u003c\/b\u003e The combination of a nun and a Vespa is an Italian cultural icon. It's a work that generates immediate sympathy and works as an excellent visual icebreaker.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,1,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eDecorative Aesthetics:\u003c\/b\u003e The contrast between the intense blue of the sky and the earth tones of the floor makes it a very eye-catching piece, ideal for adding character to a hallway, a study or an Italian-themed collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eQuality Framing:\u003c\/b\u003e It is presented with a dark wood frame with a wide profile and a light passe-partout that gives air to the work and enhances the luminosity of the mixed technique.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,3,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eRecord of the Era:\u003c\/b\u003e Beyond the artistic, it is a visual document of the aesthetics of the 90s in Italy, capturing a specific moment in time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eTECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Ricard Calvo Duran (Signed \"Calvoduran\").\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eTitle \/ Subject:\u003c\/b\u003e Scene in the Basilica of Saint Francis of Assisi.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eYear\/Period:\u003c\/b\u003e 1990 (Dated next to the signature).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,3,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eTechnique and Support:\u003c\/b\u003e Mixed media on paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,4,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e Artwork: 32 x 39 cm | Frame: 53.5 x 60.5 x 5 cm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,5,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eSignature:\u003c\/b\u003e Handwritten in ink in the lower right corner, with the location \"Assisi\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,6,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eProvenance:\u003c\/b\u003e Private collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,7,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eCondition:\u003c\/b\u003e Excellent. Vibrant colors and paper in perfect condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,8,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eInspection Guarantee:\u003c\/b\u003e 14-day money-back guarantee to inspect the work in person.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eTHE WORKSHOP NOTE\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003eCalvo Duran had a special eye for finding humanity within monumentality. I chose this piece for the catalog because it breaks with the usual seriousness of religious or architectural art. It's fresh, it's fun, and it's executed with enviable technical skill. Perfect for those who love Italy but shy away from boring clichés.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eIncludes Collector's Dossier:\u003c\/b\u003e This work is delivered accompanied by a technical sheet and historical context prepared and printed by El Taller del Coleccionista, certifying our research.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"El taller del coleccionista","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52817239212365,"sku":null,"price":155.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0904\/1841\/3901\/files\/DSC_0405.jpg?v=1763868551"},{"product_id":"subirana-verdaguer-bailarina-clasica-impresionismo-estilo-degas-pastel-sobre-papel","title":"SUBIRANA VERDAGUER | CLASSICAL DANCER | IMPRESSIONISM \/ DEGAS STYLE | PASTEL ON PAPER","description":"\u003ch1 data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003e\u003cb class=\"\"\u003eSUBIRANA VERDAGUER | CLASSICAL DANCER | IMPRESSIONISM \/ DEGAS STYLE | PASTEL ON PAPER\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e \u003ci class=\"\"\u003eA direct homage to the elegance and suspended movement of Degas's ballerinas.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e \u003cb class=\"\"\u003eHISTORY AND CURATORIAL ANALYSIS\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e \u003cb class=\"\"\u003eDegas's Legacy\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eIn this delicate pastel work,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb class=\"\"\u003eSubirana Verdaguer\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003emakes no secret of her admiration for the master Edgar Degas;\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003erather, she makes him the central theme.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eFar from being a mere copy,\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003ethe piece seeks to capture the ethereal atmosphere of classical ballet that defined late 19th-century French painting.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eThe artist focuses on the solitary figure of a ballerina in a pose (\u003c\/span\u003e \u003ci class=\"\"\u003earabesque\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eor preparation),\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eisolating her in an undefined setting to highlight the purity of line.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\u003cb class=\"\"\u003eVisual Analysis: The Softness of Pastel\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eThe pastel technique is the perfect choice for this subject,\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eand Subirana handles it with skill.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\"\u003e \u003cb class=\"\"\u003eLight and Color:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eThe focal point is the white tutu,\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003erendered with quick, diffused strokes that suggest tulle in motion,\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003econtrasting with the sky-blue bodice which adds a cool and elegant touch.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eThe lighting is theatrical,\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003efalling on the figure from the left and leaving the background in a warm, twilight of gray and ochre tones.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb class=\"\"\u003eAnatomy:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eThe figure is stylized,\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003ewith elongated limbs that emphasize the grace of ballet.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eThe treatment of the legs and arms,\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003ewith smooth transitions of flesh tones and pinkish shadows,\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003edemonstrates a good understanding of academic drawing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,2,0\"\u003e \u003cb class=\"\"\u003eThe Background:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eUnlike photographic realism,\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003ethe background is an atmospheric abstraction,\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003ea \"fog\" of color that envelops the dancer and lifts her off the plane,\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003egiving her volume.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e \u003cb class=\"\"\u003eWHY IS THIS PIECE AN OPPORTUNITY?\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb class=\"\"\u003eClassical Aesthetics:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eThis is a timeless piece.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eThe ballet theme and impressionistic execution fit perfectly into romantic,\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eclassic, or tastefully decorated youth bedrooms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,1,0\"\u003e \u003cb class=\"\"\u003eNoble Technique:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003ePastel is a difficult technique that doesn't allow for easy corrections.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eHere, fluidity and confidence in the stroke are appreciated.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,2,0\"\u003e \u003cb class=\"\"\u003eLuxury Framing:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eThe work is presented in a classic style gold frame with vegetal ornamentation on the profile,\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003ewhich enhances the nobility of the drawing and makes it a ready-to-hang piece with the presence of an \"important painting\".\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,3,0\"\u003e \u003cb class=\"\"\u003eRecognizable Signature:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eSigned by the author in the lower left corner.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e \u003cb class=\"\"\u003eTECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb class=\"\"\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eSubirana Verdaguer (Signed \"Subirana\" in the lower left corner).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\"\u003e \u003cb class=\"\"\u003eTitle \/ Theme:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eClassical ballerina in pose.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0\"\u003e \u003cb class=\"\"\u003eYear\/Era:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e20th Century (Probably the 1970s-80s).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,3,0\"\u003e \u003cb class=\"\"\u003eTechnique and Support:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003ePastel on paper.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,4,0\"\u003e \u003cb class=\"\"\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eArtwork:\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e37 x 27 cm | Frame:\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e53 x 44 x 4.5\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003ecm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,5,0\"\u003e \u003cb class=\"\"\u003eSignature:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eHandwritten in reddish pastel in the lower left corner.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eIdentification plaque on the frame.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,6,0\"\u003e \u003cb class=\"\"\u003eProvenance:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003ePrivate collection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,7,0\"\u003e \u003cb class=\"\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eExcellent.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eThe pastel remains vibrant and well-fixed,\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003ewith no visible pigment loss.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,8,0\"\u003e\u003cb class=\"\"\u003eInspection Guarantee:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e14-day money-back guarantee to inspect the work in person.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e \u003cb class=\"\"\u003eTHE WORKSHOP NOTE\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eI chose this piece for its delicacy.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eSometimes,\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003econtemporary art forgets about classical beauty,\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eand this piece is a reminder of it.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eI especially like how Subirana has rendered the tutu:\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eshe hasn't painted each fold,\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003ebut rather used patches of white pastel to suggest the lightness of the fabric.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eIt's a work that conveys silence and concentration,\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eperfect for a quiet corner.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"14\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003e\u003cb class=\"\"\u003eIncludes Collector's Dossier:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eThis work is delivered accompanied by a technical sheet and historical context prepared and printed by El Taller del Coleccionista, certifying our research.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"El taller del coleccionista","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52826523435341,"sku":null,"price":185.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0904\/1841\/3901\/files\/DSC_0146.jpg?v=1764008426"},{"product_id":"jose-miguel-serrano-caballo-en-corveta-estudio-de-movimiento-escuela-de-paris-carboncillo-sobre-papel","title":"JOSÉ MIGUEL SERRANO | HORSE IN \"CORVET\" (STUDY OF MOVEMENT) | SCHOOL OF PARIS | CHARCOAL ON PAPER","description":"\u003ch1\u003e JOSÉ MIGUEL SERRANO | HORSE IN \"CORVET\" (STUDY OF MOVEMENT) | SCHOOL OF PARIS | CHARCOAL ON PAPER\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e \u003ci\u003eA work of sculptural strength that captures equine nobility through an absolute mastery of light and color.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch2\u003eHISTORY AND CURATORIAL ANALYSIS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e Here we discover Serrano as a painter of atmospheres. Created in the 1940s, this charcoal drawing reveals the direct influence of his time in Paris and his affinity with the figurative avant-garde. The artist does not simply outline the animal; he uses charcoal to \"sculpt\" the figure against a dark, enveloping background, a tenebrist technique that projects the horse toward the viewer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e The subject is a horse in a \u003cb\u003eHigh School\u003c\/b\u003e pose, executing a high step or the beginning of a rearing \u003ci\u003emaneuver\u003c\/i\u003e . The anatomy is powerful: the neck arched in tension and the foreleg flexed denote contained energy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eThe Treatment of Light:\u003c\/b\u003e Serrano reserves the white of the paper for the animal's body, while working the background with dense, sweeping patches of charcoal. This creates a dramatic, theatrical contrast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Stroke:\u003c\/b\u003e Although it is charcoal, the artist handles it with an almost liquid fluidity (probably blended or worked with a rag), achieving textures that range from the softness of the fur on the back to the hardness of the hooves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e WHY IS THIS PIECE AN OPPORTUNITY?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eVisual Impact:\u003c\/b\u003e The strong contrast between the dark background and the light horse gives it immediate visual impact. It's a piece that commands attention on the wall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eSquare Format:\u003c\/b\u003e Its almost exact dimensions of 47 x 46.5 cm are very modern and easy to integrate into wall compositions or to place alone on an auxiliary piece of furniture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eMuseum Quality:\u003c\/b\u003e The way the horse's head is rendered, with just three touches of light to define the eye and muzzle, demonstrates the hand of a master who doesn't need to add detail to be realistic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eInvestment in Author:\u003c\/b\u003e Like the previous piece, it is an original by José Miguel Serrano, an artist with a historical pedigree (Picasso Circle, Nogués) whose work on paper is being rediscovered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e José Miguel Serrano (1912-1982).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eTitle \/ Subject:\u003c\/b\u003e Horse in high gait (Movement study).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eTime period:\u003c\/b\u003e 1940s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,3,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eTechnique and Support:\u003c\/b\u003e Charcoal (and possible blending) on ​​paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,4,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e 47 x 46.5 cm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,5,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eSignature:\u003c\/b\u003e Signed \"Serrano\" in the lower right corner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,6,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eProvenance:\u003c\/b\u003e Private collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,7,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eState of Conservation:\u003c\/b\u003e Good overall condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,8,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eInspection Guarantee:\u003c\/b\u003e 14-day money-back guarantee to inspect the work in person.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e THE WORKSHOP NOTE\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003eThis piece has a certain drama. I'm drawn to the horse's gaze; there's an intelligence and a fierceness in its posture that Serrano has captured beautifully. The background isn't just filler; those abstract shapes behind it suggest a storm, dust, or the darkness of a stable, which makes the animal shine even more. It's a restrained work with a timeless aesthetic power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eIncludes Collector's Dossier:\u003c\/strong\u003e This work is delivered accompanied by a technical sheet and historical context prepared and printed by El Taller del Coleccionista, certifying our research.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"El taller del coleccionista","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52856041046349,"sku":null,"price":170.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0904\/1841\/3901\/files\/DSC_0405_01.jpg?v=1764330911"},{"product_id":"lourdes-mojica-antiga-casa-figueres-barcelona-expresionismo-urbano-oleo-sobre-carton-1997","title":"LOURDES MOJICA | ANTIGA CASA FIGUERES (BARCELONA) | URBAN EXPRESSIONISM | OIL ON CARDBOARD (1997)","description":"\u003ch1\u003e LOURDES MOJICA | ANTIGA CASA FIGUERES (BARCELONA) | URBAN EXPRESSIONISM | OIL ON CARDBOARD (1997)\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eA vibrant and luminous interpretation of the most emblematic modernist jewel of the Ramblas, endorsed by the prestigious Cercle Artístic de Sant Lluc.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e HISTORY AND CURATORIAL ANALYSIS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e In this 1997 work, Lourdes Mojica presents a highly personal vision of one of Barcelona's architectural icons: the \u003cb\u003eAntiga Casa Figueres\u003c\/b\u003e (now Pastelería Escribà), located on La Rambla. The artist departs from photorealism, embracing a style closer to expressionism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e Visually, the work stands out for its bold use of black outlines, which delineate the architectural forms like the lead cames of a stained-glass window, containing a burst of color within. Mojica captures the ornamental essence of the modernist building: the \u003ci\u003etrencadís\u003c\/i\u003e mosaics, the curves of the arches, and the corner sculpture are rendered with patches of saturated color (cadmium yellows, turquoise blues, and violets).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003eThe lighting suggests a nighttime or sunset scene, where the artificial light from inside the shop is projected outwards, making the shop windows glow. The cardboard support, common in \u003ci\u003eplein air\u003c\/i\u003e or quick sketch painting, allows the oil paint to absorb, leaving a matte, velvety texture that is very appealing to the eye.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e WHY IS THIS PIECE AN OPPORTUNITY?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eInstitutional Provenance:\u003c\/b\u003e The artwork includes the \u003cb\u003eoriginal Certificate of Authenticity\u003c\/b\u003e from the \"Cercle Artístic de Sant Lluc,\" one of Barcelona's oldest and most respected artistic institutions (founded in 1893, where Gaudí, Miró, and Tàpies trained). This guarantees its origin and quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eBarcelona Iconography:\u003c\/b\u003e For lovers of Barcelona, ​​Casa Figueres is a temple. Owning an original painting of this building is like possessing a fragment of the city's visual memory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\"Time Capsule\" Condition:\u003c\/b\u003e The artwork is \u003cb\u003eintact\u003c\/b\u003e , retaining its original plastic packaging. This guarantees that the paint layer is fresh, free of environmental dirt and oxidation, just as it left the studio almost 30 years ago.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,3,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eColorful and Decorative:\u003c\/b\u003e Its cheerful and warm palette acts as a focal point. It's ideal for breaking up the monotony of a white wall or for kitchens and dining rooms with personality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,0,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Lourdes Mojica Ferrer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,1,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eTitle:\u003c\/b\u003e Antiga Casa Figueres.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,2,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eDate:\u003c\/b\u003e 1997.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,3,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eTechnique:\u003c\/b\u003e Oil on cardboard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,4,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e 35 x 50 cm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,5,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eSignature:\u003c\/b\u003e Signed \"L. Mojica 97\" in the lower right corner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,6,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eCertificate:\u003c\/b\u003e Includes certificate of authenticity attached to the back of the \"Cercle Artístic de Sant Lluc\" (Petit Format Exhibition at the Cercle).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,7,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eCondition:\u003c\/b\u003e Impeccable (Mint). The artwork has never been removed from its original protective packaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,8,0\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eInspection Guarantee:\u003c\/b\u003e 14-day money-back guarantee to inspect the work in person.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e THE WORKSHOP NOTE\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003e What makes this piece special is its provenance. The fact that it comes certified by the Cercle de Sant Lluc is no small detail; it speaks to an artist deeply rooted in the city's established cultural scene. I love how she's handled the facade's glass: instead of painting it transparent, she's filled it with color, conveying that magical feeling characteristic of Catalan Modernism. It's a cheerful, small but powerful piece, perfect as a gift or to start a collection of urban art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eIncludes Collector's Dossier:\u003c\/strong\u003e This work is delivered accompanied by a technical sheet and historical context prepared and printed by El Taller del Coleccionista, certifying our research.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"El taller del coleccionista","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52858201571661,"sku":null,"price":320.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0904\/1841\/3901\/files\/DSC_0127_02.jpg?v=1764355822"},{"product_id":"lourdes-mojica-fachada-urbana-apunte-del-natural-expresionismo-oleo-sobre-carton","title":"LOURDES MOJICA | URBAN FACADE (SKETCH FROM LIFE) | EXPRESSIONISM | OIL ON CARDBOARD","description":"\u003ch1\u003eLOURDES MOJICA | URBAN FACADE (SKETCH FROM LIFE) | EXPRESSIONISM | OIL ON CARDBOARD\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e \u003ci\u003eA vibrant and gestural capture of urban architecture, where color constructs the volumes and atmosphere of the street.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e HISTORY AND CURATORIAL ANALYSIS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e In this work, Lourdes Mojica approaches the urban landscape from a purely expressionist perspective. Far from strict architectural delineation, the artist uses oil paint to capture the \"impression\" of a facade. It is a sketch from life, done quickly to capture a psychological perspective of a facade at a specific moment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e The composition is vertical and focuses on an architectural fragment. Mojica constructs the building's structure using blocks of saturated color: the yellows and ochres suggest artificial lighting, while the deep blues and violets mark the depths of the portals or the shadows cast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eThe artist doesn't skimp on materials; she applies the oil paint generously, probably with a palette knife or wide brush, creating a surface rich in textures. It's a painting that prioritizes the brushstroke over the line, seeking to convey the city's vitality rather than a literal depiction of its bricks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e WHY IS THIS PIECE AN OPPORTUNITY?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eChromatic Force:\u003c\/b\u003e This artwork functions as a \"beacon of light.\" The intensity of the yellows and the vibrancy of the contrasts make it stand out on any wall, adding visual energy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eQuality Signature:\u003c\/b\u003e Lourdes Mojica (Doctor of Fine Arts) is an artist with an academic background and awards, which guarantees that this note is not an amateur exercise, but the work of an expert hand that knows how to synthesize reality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eModernity:\u003c\/b\u003e Its almost abstract execution allows the work to fit both in classic environments (as a counterpoint) and in contemporary design spaces that value gestural painting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTactile Texture:\u003c\/b\u003e The relief created by the oil paint on the cardboard adds a third dimension to the work. It is physical, substantial paint that gains richness when properly illuminated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Lourdes Mojica Ferrer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eTitle \/ Topic:\u003c\/b\u003e Urban Facade \/ Architectural Note.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eTechnique and Support:\u003c\/b\u003e Oil on cardboard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,3,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e 42 x 27 cm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,4,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eSignature:\u003c\/b\u003e Signed \"L. Mojica\" in the lower right corner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,5,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eProvenance:\u003c\/b\u003e Private collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,6,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eCondition:\u003c\/b\u003e Good. The paint remains fresh and adheres well to the support.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,7,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eInspection Guarantee:\u003c\/b\u003e 14-day money-back guarantee to inspect the work in person.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e THE WORKSHOP NOTE\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003eWe selected this work for its conciseness. Mojica demonstrates here that it's not necessary to depict every detail of a building for us to feel its presence. With four well-placed planes of color, she has brought a façade to life. It's an honest and direct style of painting, without artifice, that allows us to see the artist's hand. Ideal for those seeking art that conveys spontaneity and mastery of color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eIncludes Collector's Dossier:\u003c\/strong\u003e This work is delivered accompanied by a technical sheet and historical context prepared and printed by El Taller del Coleccionista, certifying our research.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"El taller del coleccionista","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52858312098125,"sku":null,"price":220.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0904\/1841\/3901\/files\/DSC_0115_01.jpg?v=1764356006"},{"product_id":"miguel-ros-blasco-paul-cezanne-y-vasijas-negras-neoexpresionismo-tecnica-mixta-sobre-papel","title":"MIGUEL ROS BLASCO | \"PAUL CÉZANNE\" AND BLACK VESSELS | NEO-EXPRESSIONISM | MIXED MEDIA ON PAPER","description":"\u003ch1 data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003e MIGUEL ROS BLASCO | \"PAUL CÉZANNE\" AND BLACK VESSELS | NEO-EXPRESSIONISM | MIXED MEDIA ON PAPER\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e \u003ci\u003eA neo-expressionist revision of the classic still life, marked by the gestures and irony of the 90s.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e HISTORY AND CURATORIAL ANALYSIS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eMiguel Ros Blasco belongs to that generation of artists who, after the rise of cold conceptualism, decided to reclaim the practice of painting at the end of the 20th century. This work, dated 1990, breathes the air of the Transavantgarde and the return to painting: a rapid and visceral execution that uses matter as its primary language. Ros Blasco does not seek to imitate the old masters, but rather to engage with them from a contemporary perspective, using loose brushstrokes as a tool of expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eAgainst a turbulent backdrop of red stains—which appear to have been applied with a loaded brush or a rag—the artist constructs two container-like forms, possibly vessels, using a thick, decisive black outline. The execution is direct; there are no corrections, only a single stroke that defines the figure against the abstract background. However, the central element is the neon green calligraphy that reads \"Paul Cézanne\" in the upper section, acting as graffiti on the composition itself and disrupting the traditional interpretation of the work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e The piece functions as a visual meta-commentary on art history. By writing the name of the father of modern painting over a distinctly expressionist execution, far removed from geometric rigor, Ros Blasco creates a deliberate tension. Visually, the chromatic trio is powerful: the saturation of the red and the darkness of the black are cut by the acidity of the green, creating an optical vibration that endows the work with a strong physical presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWHY IS THIS PIECE AN OPPORTUNITY?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,0,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eRelevance\/Signature:\u003c\/b\u003e It is a representative work of Spanish art from the 90s, signed and dated (1990), which places it in a historical moment of recovery of painting in Barcelona.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,1,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eSingularity\/Rareness:\u003c\/b\u003e The textual inclusion of the name \"Paul Cézanne\" makes this painting a conceptual piece, differentiating it from a standard decorative still life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,2,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eAesthetics\/Decoration:\u003c\/b\u003e The medium format (60x50 cm) and color palette (red, black, green) offer an immediate graphic impact. It's ideal for breaking the monotony of neutral spaces with a bold and modern splash of color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,3,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eSupport\/Condition:\u003c\/b\u003e Executed on high-quality paper, the work retains the freshness of the pigments. The mixed media technique provides a texture and visual relief that enriches the surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eTECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Miguel Ros Blasco.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eTitle \/ Theme:\u003c\/b\u003e Still Life with Inscription \/ Homage to Cézanne.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003ePeriod:\u003c\/b\u003e 1990 (Dated).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTechnique and Support:\u003c\/b\u003e Mixed media on paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,4,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e 60 x 50 cm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,5,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eSignature:\u003c\/b\u003e Handwritten in the lower left corner \"M. Ros 90\". Inscription above \"Paul Cézanne\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,6,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eProvenance:\u003c\/b\u003e Private collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,7,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eCondition:\u003c\/b\u003e Very good. Vibrant colors and paper without warping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,8,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eInspection Guarantee:\u003c\/b\u003e 14-day money-back guarantee to inspect the work in person.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eTHE WORKSHOP NOTE\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e This piece has character. There's a lot of \"gentle\" painting on the market, but this work doesn't ask for permission. The gesture of writing \"Paul Cézanne\" in that loose calligraphy over such expressionistic forms struck me as a clever wink, a way of desacralizing classical painting. I like the technical fluidity and how the red background pushes the figures forward. It's a work for those seeking something with visual impact and an intellectual touch, not simply a pretty picture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eIncludes Collector's Dossier:\u003c\/b\u003e This work is delivered accompanied by a technical sheet and historical context prepared and printed by El Taller del Coleccionista, certifying our research and known provenance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"El taller del coleccionista","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52953244041549,"sku":null,"price":220.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0904\/1841\/3901\/files\/DSC_0141_03.jpg?v=1765301857"},{"product_id":"miguel-ros-blasco-brau-toro-en-rojo-y-negro-neoexpresionismo-tecnica-mixta-sobre-papel","title":"MIGUEL ROS BLASCO | \"BRAU\": BULL IN RED AND BLACK | NEO-EXPRESSIONISM | MIXED MEDIA ON PAPER","description":"\u003ch1 data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e MIGUEL ROS BLASCO | \"BRAU\": BULL IN RED AND BLACK | NEO-EXPRESSIONISM | MIXED MEDIA ON PAPER\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003e \u003ci\u003eThe classic iconography of the bull stripped of folklore and reinterpreted with the gestural violence of avant-garde painting.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e HISTORY AND CURATORIAL ANALYSIS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eIn this 1990 work, Miguel Ros Blasco addresses one of the central themes of Spanish painting—bullfighting—but does so filtered through the lens of the international neo-expressionism that dominated the scene at the time. Far from tourist-oriented depictions of local customs, the artist uses the figure of the animal as a pretext for an exercise in pure pictorial tension, aligning himself with the tradition of Picasso or Saura, where the bull is a vehicle of brute force and tragedy, not a decorative image.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eThe composition is a centrifugal explosion. Against the white of the paper, a visceral red stain acts as an atmosphere of combat—blood or sand—applied with rapid sweeps and washes that create depth. Against this convulsive background, Ros Blasco casts the \"Brau\" (bull, in Catalan) with thick, almost calligraphic black strokes that define the horns and back of the moving animal. The use of the solid green dot in the upper area is fascinating; a purely geometric visual anchor that balances the organic chaos of the scene, providing a chromatic coolness that contrasts with the warmth of the red.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eThe piece is resolved through synthesis. There are no superfluous anatomical details; the artist captures the charge, the kinetic energy of the animal spinning on its axis. The word \"BRAU\" written in the lower left corner not only titles the work but is also graphically integrated, reinforcing the poster-like or visual manifesto-like character that much of Ros Blasco's work from this period possesses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eWHY IS THIS PIECE AN OPPORTUNITY?\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eRelevance\/Signature:\u003c\/b\u003e Signed and dated 1990, a key year for the consolidation of the author's style. The inclusion of the handwritten title \"BRAU\" gives it a specific local and linguistic character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eUniqueness\/Rareness:\u003c\/b\u003e It's difficult to find bullfighting representations that work in modern settings without seeming \"outdated.\" This work achieves this thanks to its abstract aggression and contemporary execution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAesthetics\/Decoration:\u003c\/b\u003e The red-black-white trio is visually unbeatable. It has a dramatic force that works very well as a centerpiece in an office, a minimalist living room, or a space with a masculine character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eSupport\/Condition:\u003c\/b\u003e The high grammage paper has perfectly withstood the load of paint and moisture from the mixed technique, without showing serious undulations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eTECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Miguel Ros Blasco.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eTitle\/Theme:\u003c\/b\u003e \"Brau\" (Bull).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eTime period:\u003c\/b\u003e 1990.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,3,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eTechnique and Support:\u003c\/b\u003e Mixed media on paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,4,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e 60 x 50 cm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,5,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eSignature:\u003c\/b\u003e Handwritten \"M. Ros 90\" (lower right corner). Titled \"BRAU\" (lower left corner).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,6,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eProvenance:\u003c\/b\u003e Private collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,7,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eCondition:\u003c\/b\u003e Excellent. Saturated colors and clean paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,8,0\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eInspection Guarantee:\u003c\/b\u003e 14-day money-back guarantee to inspect the work in person.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eTHE WORKSHOP NOTE\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003eWhat makes this work stand out in our selection is its ability to modernize an icon without taming it. Ros Blasco omits any embellishment to focus exclusively on muscular tension and attack. It's fast-paced painting, executed with a graphic instinct that functions almost like a warning sign on the wall. A piece designed for those who seek character and visual vibrancy over a gentle narrative.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eIncludes Collector's Dossier:\u003c\/b\u003e This work is delivered accompanied by a technical sheet and historical context prepared and printed by El Taller del Coleccionista, certifying our research and known provenance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"El taller del coleccionista","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52953282871629,"sku":null,"price":220.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0904\/1841\/3901\/files\/DSC_0156_02.jpg?v=1765302412"},{"product_id":"humberto-jaimes-sanchez-rostro-cubista-1954","title":"Humberto Jaimes Sánchez | Cubist Face, Rome 1954 | Oil on Paper","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eA visceral and magnetic fragment where color explodes. An enigmatic geometric mask that documents, in the artist's own hand, the creative awakening of the Venezuelan master in post-war Europe.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eHistory and Curatorial Analysis\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eThe Transatlantic Clash in the Eternal City\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eTo grasp the significance of this work, we must place ourselves in 1954. A young Humberto Jaimes Sánchez has just crossed the Atlantic, leaving Venezuela behind to absorb the effervescence of a Europe attempting to rebuild after the war. Before achieving renown in Paris and before embracing the informalism that would define his mature period, Rome was his laboratory. This city, with its classical weight and latent avant-garde, caused an aesthetic short circuit in him. This work is, literally, the physical testament to that clash: the exact moment a Latin American artist begins to chew on and digest the European language to find his own voice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eThe Geometric Dissection of the Face\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eWhen confronting the work, the first impression is one of a powerful impact uncharacteristic of its size. Jaimes Sánchez does not paint a face; he deconstructs it. Using a language with clear Cubist roots, he fractures the anatomy into sharp planes and tense triangles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eMost fascinating is the use of color and material. The carmine reds, terracottas, and ochres are not applied delicately, but with an almost primitive urgency, rubbed onto the support, revealing the lively texture of the material. These warm, saturated planes are brutally delimited by thick, decisive black and white lines that structure the composition as if they were the foundations of a building. The visual result inevitably alludes to tribal masks or primitive art, a key influence in the early avant-gardes that the artist reinterprets here with undeniable ferocity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eThe Intimate Diary of a Genius in Formation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003eThis is not a work conceived for the wall of a large museum, and therein lies its magic. We are looking at an intimate work, a flash of genius quickly captured before the idea vanished. The autograph inscription in the lower right corner, \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"9\" data-index-in-node=\"274\"\u003e\"H. Jaimes Sánchez 54 Roma,\"\u003c\/i\u003e acts like a passport stamp. It transforms a brilliant Cubist exercise into a biographical document. It allows us to peek into the artist's private Roman studio, experimenting, searching, and laying the foundations for the great creator he was about to become.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003eWhy is this piece an opportunity for your collection?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Value of the Geographic \"Incunabulum\":\u003c\/b\u003e Early works from Jaimes Sánchez's Italian period (pre-Paris) are rare to see outside institutional circuits. Having the handwritten date \"1954\" and location \"Roma\" by the artist makes this piece a fundamental chronological anchor for understanding his evolution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eVisual Power in Cabinet Format:\u003c\/b\u003e Size is often confused with impact. This work is pure concentrated energy. Its saturated colors and geometric tension give it a visual weight that, with appropriate museum framing (for example, floating over a deep neutral passe-partout), will dominate the space with the authority of a large format.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSynchronicity of Avant-Gardes:\u003c\/b\u003e For collectors of modern and Latin American art, this piece represents the \"missing link.\" It shows the exact moment of assimilation of European Cubism by a South American talent, a highly sought-after curatorial narrative today for bringing coherence to transversal collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eArtist:\u003c\/b\u003e Humberto Jaimes Sánchez (1930 - 2003).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTitle \/ Subject:\u003c\/b\u003e Cubist Anthropomorphic Composition (Rome Study).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDate:\u003c\/b\u003e 1954.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMedium and Support:\u003c\/b\u003e Oil on paper (marouflaged on cardboard).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e 11 x 20 cm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,5,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSignature and Inscriptions:\u003c\/b\u003e Signed, dated, and located in the lower right corner: \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"13,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"85\"\u003e\"H. Jaimes Sanchez 54 Roma\"\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,6,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,6,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eProvenance:\u003c\/b\u003e Private collection archive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,7,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,7,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/b\u003e Very good. The pictorial layer remains stable, vibrant, and without flaking, preserving the original, matte texture characteristic of this technique on paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,8,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,8,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eInspection Guarantee:\u003c\/b\u003e 14-day guaranteed return period to inspect the work in person and verify its emphatic physical presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003eThe Workshop Note\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003eHere there is no Jaimes Sánchez comfortable in his style; there is a 24-year-old artist in Rome, struggling with forms, seeking to break what he knew to build something new. That black line in the center, almost like a nose, drawn with such force, tells you more about his ambition than ten art treatises. It is an absolute gem for an analytical collector, someone who enjoys showing their pieces up close and explaining \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"16\" data-index-in-node=\"425\"\u003ewhy\u003c\/i\u003e that paper dated '54 is the key to understanding everything that came after.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"18\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"18\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eIncludes Collector's Dossier:\u003c\/b\u003e This work is delivered with an exhaustive research study, technical specifications, and historical context, prepared and printed by El Taller del Coleccionista.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"El taller del coleccionista","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53456245031245,"sku":null,"price":2450.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0904\/1841\/3901\/files\/DSC_0372_a8acf2ca-3c77-4ffd-a9dc-a79e5dae6fd6.jpg?v=1772454288"},{"product_id":"ricard-opisso-escena-costumbrista-encuentro-tinta-acuarela","title":"Attributed to Ricard Opisso | Genre Scene \"The Encounter\" | Ink and Watercolor","description":"\u003cp\u003eA clash of two worlds captured with satirical brilliance and masterful strokes. A historical graphic document where the sharp dissection of society of its time is presented in a cabinet format with exceptional mounting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHistory and Curatorial Analysis\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe scrutiny of modernity\u003c\/b\u003e Ricard Opisso (1880-1966) was a fundamental figure for understanding the graphic evolution of Catalonia. Trained in Gaudí's workshop and seasoned in the tertulias of Els Quatre Gats, he knew how to distill the essence of an era of profound social transformations. This piece, attributed to his hand due to solid stylistic, technical, and thematic similarities, functions as a first-rate sociological document. It presents that sharp gaze, capable of synthesizing with ink and water the psychology of an entire country, characteristic of the best historical illustration publications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe collision of two Catalonias\u003c\/b\u003e The scene poses a perfect narrative contrast, resolved with the unmistakable black, continuous, and dynamic line associated with the author's orbit. On one side, the figure of the urban bourgeois: with rounded volumes, neat clothes, and a static attitude, delicately holding his jacket. In front of him, the peasant: lean, wiry, wearing the traditional red barretina and mended trousers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe visual dialogue is fascinating, built on deeply humanist humor rather than drama. The drop of sweat on the peasant's forehead contrasts with the haughtiness on the face of the city man. The subtle watercolor washes do not compete with the drawing but embrace it, giving the scene depth and atmosphere.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eExceptional mounting\u003c\/b\u003e What elevates this piece to a highly particular collector's item is its support. It is not conceived on loose paper but is organically mounted on a dark leather base. This material decision gives it an almost artisanal, tactile, and definitive character. The paper presents a natural and imperfect undulation, a result of time and manual mounting, providing a \"patina of life\" that speaks directly of meticulous workshop work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy is this piece an opportunity for your collection?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Essence of Costumbrismo:\u003c\/b\u003e Acquiring a scene where the contrast of classes is resolved with such brilliance and charm means incorporating into the collection a fundamental visual archetype of Catalan modernity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTransparency and Market History:\u003c\/b\u003e The work of Ricard Opisso is a pillar in collecting, with a presence in institutions such as the MNAC. This piece has a documented auction history (previous bid of €800), offering a real metric of its solidity in the secondary market. Its rigorous cataloging as an attributed work, based on the inscription and technique, allows for an intelligent acquisition at a highly competitive value.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCabinet Format:\u003c\/b\u003e Its contained dimensions make it a tactile and intimate piece, forcing the viewer to get closer to enjoy the irony of the strokes and the fluidity of the ink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Data\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Attributed to Ricard Opisso i Sala (1880 - 1966).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTitle \/ Theme:\u003c\/b\u003e Scene of Customs (The Encounter).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePeriod:\u003c\/b\u003e First half of the 20th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTechnique and Support:\u003c\/b\u003e Black ink and period watercolor on paper, mounted on leather support.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e 13.5 x 13.5 cm (artwork dimensions).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSignature and Inscriptions:\u003c\/b\u003e Features the inscription \"Opisso\" in the lower right corner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eProvenance:\u003c\/b\u003e Private collection (with auction bid history).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition:\u003c\/b\u003e Good. Presents a very attractive period patina and an organic undulation of the paper due to manual mounting on leather. Vivid and stable colors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Workshop's Note\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat stands out most about this piece when holding it is how much it manages to convey with so little. Upon closer inspection of the details—the patches on the peasant's trousers or the heaviness with which the bourgeois's shoes tread—it becomes evident that not a single line was drawn at random. The leather support gives it a surprising physical and visual weight; it transforms a humorous sketch into a solemn object. It is a small historical gem for the collector who values technical rigor and the charm of a scene that always manages to bring a smile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIncludes Collector's Dossier:\u003c\/b\u003e This work is delivered with an exhaustive research study, technical sheet, and historical context, prepared and printed by El Taller del Coleccionista, certifying the stylistic argument of the attribution and known provenance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"El taller del coleccionista","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53456896393549,"sku":null,"price":550.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0904\/1841\/3901\/files\/DSC_0360.jpg?v=1772461847"},{"product_id":"anita-sola-dimbert-composicion-estructural-en-rojo-y-negro-abstraccion-geometrica-tecnica-mixta","title":"ANITA SOLÀ D'IMBERT | STRUCTURAL COMPOSITION IN RED AND BLACK | GEOMETRIC ABSTRACTION | MIXED MEDIA","description":"\u003ch1 data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003eANITA SOLÀ D'IMBERT | STRUCTURAL COMPOSITION IN RED AND BLACK | GEOMETRIC ABSTRACTION | MIXED MEDIA\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAn exercise in formal tension that captures the essence of constructivism with a purely contemporary sensibility.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eHISTORY AND CURATORIAL ANALYSIS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eThe architecture of abstract thought\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eWithin the evolution of contemporary Catalan avant-garde, there are creators who need to abandon the figurative to find pure order. In this work, Anita Solà d'Imbert dispenses with any organic reference to delve into structural precision. This is not a simple drawing, but the planimetry of an idea. The artist builds an infinite space on white paper, demonstrating that geometric abstraction is not a cold language, but a deeply intellectual way of ordering the chaos of the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eWhen analyzing the composition, the eye is caught in a network of kinetic, agile, and sharp lines that seem to cut through the void at high speed. These lines act as the skeleton that supports a series of floating triangular planes. The visual triumph of the work lies in the strategic use of the color red: vibrant, saturated, and decisive. This red does not merely serve an aesthetic function; it acts as a visual anchor that gives weight, gravity, and rhythm to a structure that would otherwise seem to be in constant and chaotic expansion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eThe choice of mixed media is the perfect vehicle to express this duality. On one hand, we observe the blurred softness of grayish charcoal, which adds volume, shadow, and an almost atmospheric quality to the interior planes. On the other, the forceful nature of the dark, defined line emerges, marking the edges and directions of force with absolute assertiveness. It is a tactile conversation between the human gesture that smudges the graphite and the analytical mind that traces the vector.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003eWHY THIS PIECE IS AN OPPORTUNITY FOR YOUR COLLECTION\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAssertiveness in Small Format:\u003c\/b\u003e Its dimensions (23.5 x 16 cm) demand intimate contemplation. It is a cabinet piece that does not shout for space but draws the viewer in, demonstrating that visual force does not depend on large formats, but on the purity of design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Value of the Series:\u003c\/b\u003e Belonging to a series of structural explorations, it has a strong narrative component. If accompanied by complementary pieces by the same author, its curatorial value multiplies, allowing the artist's evolutionary process to be displayed on the wall (the concept of a diptych or triptych).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAvant-garde Purity:\u003c\/b\u003e It represents the assimilation of European constructivist currents filtered through Catalan graphic art. A cultivated work that adds intellectual depth to any private collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003eTECHNICAL SHEET\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eArtist:\u003c\/b\u003e Anita Solà d'Imbert.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTitle \/ Theme:\u003c\/b\u003e Structural Composition in Red and Black.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePeriod:\u003c\/b\u003e Contemporary Art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTechnique and Support:\u003c\/b\u003e Mixed media (charcoal, ink, and waxes\/red pigment) on original paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e 23.5 x 16 cm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,5,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSignature:\u003c\/b\u003e Hand-signed \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"12,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"31\"\u003e\"Anita Solà d'Imbert\"\u003c\/i\u003e in the lower right corner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,6,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,6,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eProvenance:\u003c\/b\u003e Private collection archive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,7,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,7,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/b\u003e Excellent. The support remains clean, and the pigments retain all their contrast, saturation, and vibrancy without signs of degradation or loss of fixation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,8,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,8,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eInspection Guarantee:\u003c\/b\u003e 14-day guaranteed return to inspect the work in person and experience the vibrancy of its red firsthand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003eTHE WORKSHOP'S NOTE\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003eWhen you face a figurative painting, you can hide behind the subject; but in works like this, the artist relies solely on balance, rhythm, and proportion. What I like most about this paper is that it is not made by a machine. Despite being pure geometry, when you get a few centimeters closer, you see the texture of the paper torn by the stroke, the slight imperfection of the manual blurring, the urgency of those intersecting black lines. It is an exercise in brutal restraint. An ideal piece for someone who wants their wall to convey order, but with soul and human pulse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eIncludes Collector's Dossier:\u003c\/b\u003e This work comes with an exhaustive research study, technical sheet, and curatorial context prepared and printed by El Taller del Coleccionista.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"El taller del coleccionista","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53457106895181,"sku":null,"price":190.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0904\/1841\/3901\/files\/DSC_0086_04.jpg?v=1772462885"},{"product_id":"anita-sola-dimbert-forma-abstracta-en-verde-y-negro-informalismo-materico-acrilico-sobre-papel","title":"ANITA SOLÀ D'IMBERT | ABSTRACT FORM IN GREEN AND BLACK | INFORMAL ART WITH TEXTURE | ACRYLIC ON PAPER","description":"\u003ch1 data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003eANITA SOLÀ D'IMBERT | ABSTRACT FORM IN GREEN AND BLACK | MATERIC INFORMALISM | ACRYLIC ON PAPER\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAn organic explosion of emerald green and abyssal black that defies the containment of paper. The triumph of free gesture and material fluidity in a piece that pulses with its own vital energy.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eHISTORY AND CURATORIAL ANALYSIS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eAct I: The liberation of gesture and controlled chaos\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eIf in other aspects of her work Anita Solà d'Imbert seeks order through strict geometry, here she opens the door to the absolute liberation of gesture. This piece is part of the tradition of materic informalism, where the creative process is as important as the result. The artist does not \"draw\" a form; she allows it to happen. Using the technique of dripping, projection, and guided pigment expansion, Solà d'Imbert channels her energy directly onto the support. It is the physical record of a moment of creative effervescence, a visual outburst that captures the untamed essence of nature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eAct II: The dialectic of color and the anatomy of the stain\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eVisually, the work functions like a living organism in full mitosis or an expanding nebula. The core of the composition is dense, heavy, dominated by a deep black that acts like a black hole attracting the gaze. From this dark epicenter emerge sharp and agile ramifications in a vibrant, almost electric emerald green. The technical mastery is revealed in the transition between apparent chaos and harmony: the artist intervenes this dark density with subtle injections of pure white and silver-grey. These luminous flashes break the opacity of the stain, giving the structure a fascinating three-dimensionality and internal dynamism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eAct III: The topography of acrylic\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eThe choice of fluid acrylic is not accidental; it is the vehicle of matter. Unlike flat inks, the pigment load of this work generates a true topography on high-grammage paper. Observing the piece closely, one can perceive the valleys and ridges of the dry paint, the layering where green devours black and white emerges to the surface. This tactile density gives the work an aura of absolute authenticity, asserting its condition as a physical and three-dimensional object against the coldness of the two-dimensional support.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003eWHY IS THIS PIECE AN OPPORTUNITY FOR YOUR COLLECTION?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Perfect Curatorial Complement (Diptych):\u003c\/b\u003e This work shares dimensions (23.5 x 16 cm) and authorship with the \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"109\"\u003eStructural Composition in Red and Black\u003c\/i\u003e. Owning both pieces allows the collector to display the complete duality of abstract thought: the Yin and Yang of contemporary art (geometric order versus organic chaos). Their combined value far exceeds their individual worth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMagnetism in Avant-Garde Interior Design:\u003c\/b\u003e Organic and explosive forms are exceptional resources in high-end decor to break the rigidity of hyper-linear architectural spaces. The contrast of jewel green against a neutral background makes this small work a magnetic focal point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMaterial Vitality and Exclusivity:\u003c\/b\u003e The richness of textures, the relief of the acrylic, and the subtle silver glints are impossible to capture in a reproduction. It is a piece that champions the value of \"handmade\" and the unrepeatable moment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eConsolidated Trajectory:\u003c\/b\u003e Investing in artists with a solid academic and exhibition background in contemporary abstraction ensures that the piece not only decorates but also maintains and enhances its cultural prestige over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003eTECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eArtist:\u003c\/b\u003e Anita Solà d'Imbert.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTitle \/ Theme:\u003c\/b\u003e Abstract Form in Green and Black (Material Dynamism).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePeriod:\u003c\/b\u003e Contemporary Art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTechnique and Medium:\u003c\/b\u003e Original acrylic on high-grammage paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e 23.5 x 16 cm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,5,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSignature:\u003c\/b\u003e Hand-signed \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"12,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"31\"\u003e\"Anita Solà d'Imbert\"\u003c\/i\u003e in the lower right corner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,6,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,6,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eProvenance:\u003c\/b\u003e Private collection archive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,7,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,7,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/b\u003e Excellent. The support retains its purity, enhancing the chromatic contrast. The material layer of the acrylic is stable, without cracks or loss of adhesion, preserving all its original volume.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,8,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,8,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eInspection Guarantee:\u003c\/b\u003e 14-day guaranteed return to inspect the artwork in person and appreciate the tactile relief of the paint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003eTHE WORKSHOP'S NOTE\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003eWhen I placed this work next to its geometric sibling (the one with red tones), the contrast seemed spectacular to me. While the other demands you to think and analyze angles, this one appeals directly to instinct. What strikes me most is how Solà d'Imbert has managed to make something as seemingly random as an expansive stain feel so perfectly balanced. The touches of silver and white in the center are the secret; they give it light, they give \"breathing room\" to a mass of color that would otherwise be suffocating. It is a wild, direct work with tremendous energy, ideal for a collector who is not afraid of pieces with character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eIncludes Collector's Dossier:\u003c\/b\u003e This work comes with a comprehensive research study, technical sheet, and curatorial context prepared and printed by El Taller del Coleccionista.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"El taller del coleccionista","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53457112400205,"sku":null,"price":180.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0904\/1841\/3901\/files\/DSC_0072_04_2e0ea1c4-f384-4d00-b987-b6a9ea50156e.jpg?v=1772463332"},{"product_id":"pere-gine-retrato-alegorico-hombre-de-azul-noucentisme-acuarela-original-sobre-papel","title":"PERE GINÉ | ALLEGORICAL PORTRAIT (MAN IN BLUE) | NOUCENTISME | ORIGINAL WATERCOLOR ON PAPER","description":"\u003ch1 data-path-to-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003ePERE GINÉ | ALLEGORICAL PORTRAIT (MAN IN BLUE) | NOUCENTISME | ORIGINAL WATERCOLOR ON PAPER\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eA serene gaze encapsulating the soul of Catalan humanism. An intimate portrait where the stroke and light of watercolor reveal the artist's creative process.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"2\" class=\"\"\u003eHISTORY AND CURATORIAL ANALYSIS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"3\" class=\"\"\u003eThe light of the Mediterranean\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eIn contrast to the disruption and chaos of the early avant-garde,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Catalan \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"62\" class=\"\"\u003eNoucentisme\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e proposed a return to clarity,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e measure, and reason.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Pere Giné (1906 - 2001) embraces this philosophy in a work that transcends mere portraiture to become a declaration of intent.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e This watercolor does not seek to disturb the viewer,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e but to calm them.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e It is the visual representation of a humanist ideal,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e where classical beauty and Mediterranean light act as antidotes to the noise of the modern world.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eThe initial impact of the work is dictated by its palette.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Giné floods the composition with a vibrant, fluid cerulean blue that lends the figure an almost ethereal quality,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e masterfully contrasting with the earthy and sienna tones of the hair.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e However,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e the true depth lies in the underlying drawing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e The black ink,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e applied with a firm yet delicate stroke,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e defines a face with an introspective and calm gaze.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eThe work is charged with cultured and silent symbolism:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e the green branch held by the young man refers to peace and the victory of the spirit,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e while the open book in the foreground — clearly inscribed \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"212\" class=\"\"\u003e«Ex-Libris Ipse Facit Pere Giné Catalonia»\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e — reveals the author's connection with the rich bibliophilic tradition and editorial illustration of the period.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"8\" class=\"\"\u003eBreaking the fourth wall of the studio\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eWhat transforms this paper into an exceptional document is found in its lower margin.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Giné did not trim the sheet upon completion; he left his color proofs visible.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e These abstract brushstrokes of red,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e blue,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e green, and ocher are the visual equivalent of hearing the artist's breath.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e They allow us to leave the exhibition hall and enter directly into the intimacy of his studio,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e observing how he calibrated the humidity of the brush and the saturation of the pigment before tackling the definitive portrait.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"10\" class=\"\"\u003eWHY IS THIS PIECE AN OPPORTUNITY FOR YOUR COLLECTION?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eDual Market Interest (Art and Bibliophilia):\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e The inclusion of an \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"77\" class=\"\"\u003eEx-Libris\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e design within the pictorial composition itself is a rarity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e This makes it a coveted work not only by collectors of period painting,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e but also by the demanding niche of bibliophilia and the history of graphic illustration.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eThe Value of \"Studio Work\":\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e In mature collecting,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e pieces that show the creative process (such as preparatory sketches or,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e in this case,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e original color tests on the same support) possess an aura of authenticity and intimacy far superior to cold and overly polished commissioned works.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eHistorical Representativeness:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Pere Giné is an indispensable name for understanding editorial aesthetics and poster design in 20th century Catalonia.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Owning a work that distills all the virtues of his style is to anchor a fundamental piece of that cultural history on your own wall.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"12\" class=\"\"\u003eTECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eArtist:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Pere Giné (1906 - 2001).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eTitle \/ Theme:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Allegorical Portrait (Man in Blue \/ Design for Ex-Libris).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003ePeriod:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e 20th Century.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eTechnique and Medium:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Original watercolor and ink on paper.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e 17.5 x 28.5 cm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,5,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eSignature and Inscriptions:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Handwritten inscription integrated into the artwork:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"13,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"68\" class=\"\"\u003e«Ex-Libris Ipse Facit \/ Pere Giné \/ Catalonia»\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,6,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,6,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eProvenance:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Private collection archive.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,7,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,7,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Very good.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e The support retains its integrity and the pigments maintain a high degree of vibrancy and saturation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,8,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,8,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eUnique Detail:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Retains the artist's original color proofs on the lower margin of the sheet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,9,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,9,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eInspection Guarantee:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e 14-day guaranteed return period to inspect the artwork in person and verify the freshness of its palette.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"14\" class=\"\"\u003eTHE WORKSHOP NOTE\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eWhen you hold it,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e those color test marks at the bottom completely change your perception; you're no longer seeing a finished product,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e you're seeing the precise moment someone was working at their table.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e The blue Giné achieved has an astonishing ability to soothe the eyes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e It's the perfect piece for that cultured collector looking to place a work next to their library or in a reading nook,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e a space where tranquility and intellect are the true protagonists.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"16\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eIncludes Collector's Dossier:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e This artwork is delivered with an exhaustive research study,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e technical data sheet, and historical context,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e prepared and printed by El Taller del Coleccionista.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"El taller del coleccionista","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53457143529805,"sku":null,"price":165.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0904\/1841\/3901\/files\/DSC_0042_02.jpg?v=1772464004"},{"product_id":"xavier-ubach-paisaje-atmosferico-con-arbol-sintesis-tonal-acuarela-original-sobre-papel","title":"XAVIER UBACH | ATMOSPHERIC LANDSCAPE WITH TREE | TONAL SYNTHESIS | ORIGINAL WATERCOLOR ON PAPER","description":"\u003ch1 data-path-to-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eXAVIER UBACH | ATMOSPHERIC LANDSCAPE WITH TREE | TONAL SYNTHESIS | ORIGINAL WATERCOLOR ON PAPER\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eThe mist, the earth, and the silence. A masterful watercolor where the landscape sheds the anecdotal to become pure visual poetry, capturing the melancholy of the horizon through an absolute command of earthy tones.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"2\" class=\"\"\u003eHISTORY AND CURATORIAL ANALYSIS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"3\" class=\"\"\u003eVisual synthesis and the inner landscape\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eOften,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e contemporary art confuses abstraction with a lack of form.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e However,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e upon closer inspection of this work by Xavier Ubach,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e we realize that we are not looking at \"pure abstraction\" as a hasty first glance might suggest,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e but something far more complex:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e a figurative synthesis pushed to its limit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Ubach doesn't need to invent an unreal world; he takes a rural landscape—with its tree,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e its fence,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e and its tilled fields—and distills it down to its emotional essence.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e It is a landscape that seems to dwell more in memory than in physical geography,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e a silent setting that invites deep contemplation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eThe composition of this watercolor (16 x 23 cm) is a masterful lesson in classical asymmetrical balance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e All visual weight rests on the left third,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e anchored by the solid, textured presence of a large, solitary tree.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e From there,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e the gaze is gently guided to the right by the horizontal lines of a rustic fence and the strata of the fields.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Ubach masterfully uses negative space:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e the white of the paper is not emptiness,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e but acts as a dense morning mist or an ashen light that separates the planes of depth,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e from the distant grove to the gentle hills of the horizon.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eThe true virtuosity of this piece lies in its palette and execution.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e By foregoing vibrant color and limiting his spectrum to sepia,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e ochre,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e toasted shadows,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e and black tones,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Ubach forces himself to construct the image based solely on value (light and darkness) and texture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Here,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e watercolor ceases to be a purely fluid technique.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e The artist employs a \"dry brush\" and granulated pigments in the foreground and in the tree canopy,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e achieving a tactile roughness that contrasts spectacularly with the soft, ethereal washes of the sky and the distant mountains.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e It is a perfect dialogue between the harshness of the earth and the immateriality of the air.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"9\" class=\"\"\u003eWHY IS THIS PIECE AN OPPORTUNITY FOR YOUR COLLECTION?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eTonal Elegance and Versatility:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e The chromatic restriction to earthy and sepia tones gives this work a timeless elegance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e It integrates impeccably into almost any interior design project,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e providing warmth without clashing with other color palettes in the environment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eAtmospheric Quality:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e In a market saturated with strident images,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e works that manage to convey \"silence\" are highly valued.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e This piece generates a psychological climate of calm,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e ideal for reading spaces,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e offices,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e or rest areas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eRichness of Textures (Dry Brush):\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Technically,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e it demonstrates absolute mastery of watercolor,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e escaping simple flat washes to offer torn and material textures on the paper,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e which evidences the hand of a mature artist confident in his stroke.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eSignature and Traceability:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Xavier Ubach's clear, autograph signature in the lower right corner guarantees the authorship of the piece,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e ensuring its place within the artist's cataloging.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"11\" class=\"\"\u003eTECHNICAL DATA SHEET\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eArtist:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Xavier Ubach.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eTitle \/ Theme:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Atmospheric Landscape (Layers of Memory).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eEra:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Contemporary Art.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eTechnique and Support:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Original watercolor (with dry brush and wash techniques) on paper.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e 16 x 23 cm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,5,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eSignature:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Hand-signed \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"12,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"31\" class=\"\"\u003e\"XAVIER UBACH\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e in the lower right corner.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,6,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,6,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eProvenance:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Private collection archive.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,7,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,7,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Excellent.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e The paper shows no signs of foxing (humidity spots) and the pigments retain all their contrast,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e from the deepest blacks to the subtle ochre glazes of the sky.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,8,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,8,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eInspection Guarantee:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e 14-day guaranteed return to inspect the artwork in person and immerse yourself in its atmosphere.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"13\" class=\"\"\u003eTHE WORKSHOP'S NOTE\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eWhat captivates me most about this paper is its texture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e If you look at the tree canopy and the foreground earth,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e the brush has scraped the paper,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e leaving a dry trace,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e almost like charcoal,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e only to then blend into a very soft sky.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e It is an incredibly silent painting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e It looks like an old sepia photograph fading into a memory.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e It's the perfect piece for the collector who isn't looking to impress visitors with loud colors,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e but rather wants to come home,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e pour a drink,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e look at the wall,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e and disconnect from the noise of the world.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"16\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eIncludes Collector's Dossier:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e This artwork comes with an exhaustive research study,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e technical sheet,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e and curatorial context prepared and printed by El Taller del Coleccionista.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"El taller del coleccionista","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53457161814349,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0904\/1841\/3901\/files\/DSC_0019_04.jpg?v=1772464282"},{"product_id":"carme-navarra-pruna-la-dulzura-de-la-mirada-retrato-de-joven-con-flores-retrato-contemporaneo-tecnica-mixta","title":"CARME NAVARRA PRUNA | THE SWEETNESS OF THE GAZE (PORTRAIT OF A YOUNG WOMAN WITH FLOWERS) | CONTEMPORARY PORTRAIT | MIXED MEDIA","description":"\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003eCARME NAVARRA PRUNA | THE SWEETNESS OF THE GAZE (PORTRAIT OF A YOUNG WOMAN WITH FLOWERS) | CONTEMPORARY PORTRAIT | MIXED MEDIA\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003eA face emanating serenity and freshness, where the manual intervention of color and floral detail create an atmosphere of profound tactile sensibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eHISTORY AND CURATORIAL ANALYSIS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe mastery of psychological portraiture\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eCarme Navarra Pruna (Barcelona, 1947) solidifies her innate ability to capture the emotional essence of her subjects. Far from academic rigidity, the artist opts for a candid and vulnerable frontal view, focusing all emotional weight on the softness of the gaze. This piece is a clear testament to the figurative sensibility of the contemporary Catalan school, where the human figure is approached from an intimate, poetic, and unadorned perspective, seeking a silent and direct dialogue with the viewer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eFormally, the work stands out for its masterful use of mixed media. On a graphic base that provides a distinct granular texture—evoking the porosity of classical fresco or the optical vibration of pointillism—Navarra Pruna manually intervenes the piece with pastel pigments. The treatment of the hair is the luminous key to the composition: the application of reddish and pink tones generates an ethereal volume that frames and enlivens the face. As a necessary chromatic counterpoint, the subtle floral detail on the neckline, rendered with echoes of green and sienna, anchors the composition at its base and balances the overall warmth of the palette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eWHY IS THIS PIECE AN OPPORTUNITY FOR YOUR COLLECTION?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eExhibition Dialogue:\u003c\/b\u003e Due to its scale, theme, and stylistic resolution, this work has been conceived with a cadence that allows for a perfect pairing with other pieces by the artist (such as her classic profile portraits or \"ladies with hats\"), offering the collector the possibility of articulating a powerful narrative diptych around femininity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAesthetic Potential:\u003c\/b\u003e The elegance of its pastel palette and the undeniable serenity of the composition make this work a highly versatile visual accent, capable of bringing warm and timeless luminosity to thoughtfully designed spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003eTECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eArtist:\u003c\/b\u003e Carme Navarra Pruna (Barcelona, 1947).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTitle \/ Theme:\u003c\/b\u003e The sweetness of the gaze (Portrait of a young woman with flowers).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePeriod:\u003c\/b\u003e Contemporary Art (Catalan School).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTechnique and Medium:\u003c\/b\u003e Mixed media (graphic base with direct manual application of pigments\/pastel) on high-quality art paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e Artwork: 32 x 23 cm | With frame: 52 x 43 cm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,5,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSignature and Inscriptions:\u003c\/b\u003e Signed by hand \"C. Navarra Pruna\" in the lower right corner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,6,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,6,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eProvenance:\u003c\/b\u003e Private collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,7,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,7,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/b\u003e Good. Stable pigments with no loss of saturation. Presented framed with a noble wooden molding, passe-partout, and a delicate golden fillet that enhances the artwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003eTHE WORKSHOP'S NOTE\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003eThe differentiating value of this piece lies in its tactile execution: the porosity of the support interacts exceptionally with the pink and reddish pigments applied by hand by the artist. This vibrant quality, combined with the psychological depth of the gaze, makes it a portrait of magnetic intimacy. A work that, backed by a classic and noble framing, retains the freshness of its first day intact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eIncludes Collector's Dossier:\u003c\/b\u003e This artwork comes with a technical sheet and historical context prepared and printed by El Taller del Coleccionista, certifying our research and the known provenance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"El taller del coleccionista","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53462726476109,"sku":null,"price":165.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0904\/1841\/3901\/files\/DSC_0065_0f3153b1-ca91-403b-80e4-c139c6c687f2.jpg?v=1772553653"},{"product_id":"carme-navarra-pruna-la-dama-del-sombrero-retrato-contemporaneo-tecnica-mixta","title":"CARME NAVARRA PRUNA | THE LADY OF THE HAT | CONTEMPORARY PORTRAIT | MIXED MEDIA","description":"\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003eCARME NAVARRA PRUNA | THE LADY IN THE HAT | CONTEMPORARY PORTRAIT | MIXED MEDIA\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003eA work that breathes the nostalgia of the Belle Époque with the delicacy of contemporary Catalan brushwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eHISTORY AND CURATORIAL ANALYSIS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Mastery of Figurative Elegance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eCarme Navarra Pruna (Barcelona, 1947) takes up the mantle of the great Catalan figurative tradition and brings it to a realm of poetic intimacy. In \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"149\"\u003eThe Lady in the Hat\u003c\/i\u003e, the artist uses a profile portrait — a classical formula that grants nobility and detachment to the subject — to explore femininity with respect and utmost sophistication. The young woman, framed by the striking presence of a wide-brimmed hat, becomes an archetype of timeless elegance, recalling the visual cadence of the Belle Époque but resolved with a distinctly contemporary aesthetic sensibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eVisual Narrative and Material Texture\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eA detailed analysis of the surface reveals Navarra Pruna's mastery in superimposing disciplines. The work is based on a very fine graphic foundation that creates an optical vibration, evoking a grainy or pointillist quality in the background and bust. It is upon this subtle structure that the artist manually intervenes with pastels, performing an alchemy of color: the pink tones of the floral ornamentation, the greenish echoes of the leaves, and the warm flesh tones of the face elevate the piece, endowing it with a volume and breath that transcend the two-dimensional plane.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eWHY IS THIS PIECE AN OPPORTUNITY FOR YOUR COLLECTION?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eExhibition Dialogue:\u003c\/b\u003e This work shares scale, technique, and framing with \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"71\"\u003eThe Sweetness of the Gaze\u003c\/i\u003e (a frontal portrait by the same artist). Acquiring both pieces allows the collector to articulate a powerful diptych on femininity, contrasting frontal innocence with the mysterious elegance of the profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMaterial Richness:\u003c\/b\u003e The confirmation of the mixed media technique through direct manual intervention gives the work a unique value. The interaction of pastel pigment with the porosity of the support generates undeniable visual warmth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAesthetic Potential:\u003c\/b\u003e The subtlety of its execution and timeless theme make it a versatile decorative accent. It is a serene piece that brings light, elegance, and an air of classic romanticism to any space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003eTECHNICAL DATA SHEET\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eArtist:\u003c\/b\u003e Carme Navarra Pruna (Barcelona, 1947).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTitle \/ Theme:\u003c\/b\u003e The Lady in the Hat (Portrait of a woman in profile with a floral headdress).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePeriod:\u003c\/b\u003e Contemporary Art (Catalan School).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTechnique and Support:\u003c\/b\u003e Mixed media (graphic base with manual pastel and pigment intervention) on textured art paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e Work: 32 x 23 cm | With frame: 52 x 43 cm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,5,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSignature and Inscriptions:\u003c\/b\u003e Signed by hand \"C. Navarra Pruna\" in the lower left corner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,6,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,6,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eProvenance:\u003c\/b\u003e Private collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,7,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,7,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/b\u003e Good. Stable support and pigments. Presented with a mat and careful framing in noble wood with a gilded fillet, ready for display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003eTHE WORKSHOP'S NOTE\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003eThe distinguishing value of this profile lies in the physical confirmation of its mixed media technique. Observing the piece up close, the apparent flatness of the graphic base disappears to give way to the relief and warmth of the hand-applied pastel. This direct intervention on the floral detail and skin transforms the work, giving it the human pulse and artisanal mastery characteristic of Navarra Pruna, all preserved by classic framing of excellent craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eIncludes Collector's Dossier:\u003c\/b\u003e This artwork comes with a technical sheet and historical context prepared and printed by El Taller del Coleccionista, certifying our research and known provenance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"El taller del coleccionista","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53462828253517,"sku":null,"price":165.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0904\/1841\/3901\/files\/DSC_0050_a048d74d-2011-402f-b2c8-4d7aba28b646.jpg?v=1772553912"},{"product_id":"esteban-escartin-pueblo-de-alta-montana-arquitectura-de-luz-y-piedra-pintura-de-paisaje-oleo-a-espatula","title":"ESTEBAN ESCARTÍN | HIGH MOUNTAIN VILLAGE (ARCHITECTURE OF LIGHT AND STONE) | LANDSCAPE PAINTING | OIL PAINTING WITH PALETTE KNIFE","description":"\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003eESTEBAN ESCARTÍN | HIGH MOUNTAIN VILLAGE (ARCHITECTURE OF LIGHT AND STONE) | LANDSCAPE PAINTING | OIL WITH PALETTE KNIFE\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003eA work where matter becomes rock and color transforms into atmosphere. Escartín's technical mastery unfolds in a Pyrenean landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eHISTORY AND CURATORIAL ANALYSIS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eImpasto and Mountain Light\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eEsteban Escartín transcends the classical representation of rural landscape to construct a physical and emotional interpretation of the spirit of the Pyrenees. With a direct execution technique that borders on the sculptural, the artist dispenses with traditional flat drawing to \"build\" the village architecture directly onto the support. The robust bell tower acts as the vertical axis of a composition that breathes the balance, silence, and untamed strength inherent to high mountain settlements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eFormally, the work stands out for a decisive use of the palette knife. By applying oil with high density, Escartín ensures that the pictorial matter acquires the relief, the roughness of ancient stone, and the fragmented texture of slate. This three-dimensionality physically interacts with ambient light, creating real shadows cast by the impasto itself. Chromatically, the artist breaks the expected sobriety by introducing a bold palette of intense mauves, emeralds, and pinks. It is the capture of that precise luminous instant where the crystalline atmosphere of altitude transforms the harshness of the environment into pure visual poetry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eWHY THIS PIECE IS AN OPPORTUNITY FOR YOUR COLLECTION\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMaterial Expressiveness:\u003c\/b\u003e The work is an outstanding example of impasto painting, ideal for collectors seeking pronounced textures and brushwork (or palette knife work) with a strong physical and three-dimensional presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eChromatic Audacity:\u003c\/b\u003e The unusual palette of warm and cool tones on traditional architecture makes this landscape a visually magnetic piece. It can perfectly interact with both rustic environments and contemporary interior design spaces that require a focus of organic color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003eTECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eArtist:\u003c\/b\u003e Esteban Escartín.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTitle \/ Theme:\u003c\/b\u003e High Mountain Village (Architecture of Light and Stone).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePeriod:\u003c\/b\u003e Contemporary Art (Landscape Painting).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTechnique and Support:\u003c\/b\u003e High-density oil applied with a palette knife on high-quality art paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e 60 x 50 cm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,5,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSignature and Inscriptions:\u003c\/b\u003e Hand-signed \"Escartín\" in the lower right corner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,6,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,6,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eProvenance:\u003c\/b\u003e Private collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,7,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,7,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/b\u003e Good. Stable pigments and reliefs. The support shows a tonal patina from solar incidence on the right edge. It is delivered with a classic style gilded frame that enhances the overall luminosity of the piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003eTHE WORKSHOP'S NOTE\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003eThe distinguishing value of this landscape lies in its tactile boldness. We are not just looking at a mere graphic representation of a village, but rather an exercise in construction where the oil \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"12\" data-index-in-node=\"183\"\u003eis\u003c\/i\u003e literally the stone. Escartín's courage in introducing pinks and emeralds to illuminate the harshness of the Pyrenees imbues the work with a modernity and vitality that instantly captivate the eye. A powerful piece, with weight and character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCollector's Dossier Included:\u003c\/b\u003e This work is delivered with a technical sheet and historical context prepared and printed by El Taller del Coleccionista, certifying our research and known provenance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"El taller del coleccionista","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53462980788557,"sku":null,"price":180.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0904\/1841\/3901\/files\/DSC_0031_f15c1e49-3cb1-4bce-bb22-e8a33a89bad2.jpg?v=1772554146"},{"product_id":"julio-linares-el-primer-dia-1973-arte-visionario-y-psicodelia-tecnica-mixta","title":"JULIO LINARES | THE FIRST DAY (1973) | VISIONARY ART AND PSYCHEDELIA | MIXED MEDIA","description":"\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003eJULIO LINARES | THE FIRST DAY (1973) | VISIONARY ART AND PSYCHEDELIA | MIXED MEDIA\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003eA meticulous cosmogony representing the pinnacle of Linares' visionary style. A labyrinth of energetic flows and micro-figuration that defines the Spanish psychedelic avant-garde.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eCURATORIAL HISTORY AND ANALYSIS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eA Cosmogonic Narrative\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eWith this 1973 work, Julio Linares (1944) stands at the epicenter of the psychedelic movement and Visionary Art in Spain. Titled by the artist himself as \"El primer día\" (The First Day), the piece functions as a cosmogonic narrative, a visual genesis where Linares consolidates his most personal and fascinating language: \"inhabited abstraction.\" Far from pure automatism, the artist constructs a deliberate cellular universe where the microscopic and macroscopic merge to explore the very origin of life, energy, and the human connection to the cosmos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eVisual Narrative and Micro-figuration\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eFormally, the composition is overwhelmingly dense in its technical execution. Linares deploys an ecosystem of energetic flows, biomorphic structures, and organic grids traced with a nervous yet millimeter-precise pulse. The most extraordinary visual discovery of the work is the integration of his characteristic micro-figuration: dozens of tiny human silhouettes traced with subtle blue and green lines that move, dance, or germinate within these cellular capsules. The vibrant and saturated color palette—oranges, yellows, leaf greens, and cyan blues—generates a sense of perpetual motion and respiration, endowing the piece with a hypnotic visual cadence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eWHY IS THIS PIECE AN OPPORTUNITY FOR YOUR COLLECTION?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHistorical Relevance:\u003c\/b\u003e Dated 1973, it represents a true time capsule of the Spanish psychedelic avant-garde. It is a tangible testimony to an era of liberation and mental exploration, captured at the artist's peak expressive maturity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTechnical Exhibition:\u003c\/b\u003e The profusion of details, the meticulous tracing of dotted patterns, and the surprising inclusion of micro-figuration demand careful and inexhaustible observation. It is a work that rewards sustained viewing, revealing new elements with each reading.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003eTECHNICAL DATA\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eArtist:\u003c\/b\u003e Julio Linares (Spain, 1944).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTitle \/ Theme:\u003c\/b\u003e The First Day (Visionary Cosmogony).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePeriod:\u003c\/b\u003e 1973 (Contemporary Art \/ Psychedelia).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTechnique and Support:\u003c\/b\u003e Mixed media (inks and pigments) on original support.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e Artwork: 63 x 50 cm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,5,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSignature and Inscriptions:\u003c\/b\u003e Signed and dated \"Linares 73\" in the lower right corner of the recto. Titled, signed, and dated on the verso by the artist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,6,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,6,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eProvenance:\u003c\/b\u003e Private collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,7,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,7,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/b\u003e Good. Stable support and pigments with excellent preservation of their original vibrancy. Presented framed with an original dark wood molding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003eTHE WORKSHOP'S NOTE\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003eThe distinguishing value of \"El primer día\" lies in the magnetism of its dual scale. From a middle distance, the work impresses with its chromatic strength and imposing structure of energetic currents; however, up close, it reveals its true mystery: a microscopic universe populated by human figures inhabiting the color. It is a feat of meticulous drawing and an absolute rarity that perfectly encapsulates the visionary spirit of the seventies, ideal for collections seeking works with a deep and complex visual narrative.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eIncludes Collector's Dossier:\u003c\/b\u003e This work is delivered with a technical sheet and historical context prepared and printed by El Taller del Coleccionista, certifying our research and known provenance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"El taller del coleccionista","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53467896643917,"sku":null,"price":550.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0904\/1841\/3901\/files\/DSC_0003_24e1de4d-254b-4946-b654-22fddf1e2b99.jpg?v=1772565739"},{"product_id":"andres-nicolau-escena-taurina-nimes-2012-tecnica-mixta-tridimensional-arte-contemporaneo","title":"ANDRÉS NICOLAU | BULLFIGHTING SCENE (NIMES, 2012) | THREE-DIMENSIONAL MIXED MEDIA | CONTEMPORARY ART","description":"\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eANDRÉS NICOLAU | BULLFIGHTING SCENE (NIMES, 2012) | THREE-DIMENSIONAL MIXED MEDIA | CONTEMPORARY ART\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eThe three-dimensionality of the bullring captured in a bold material intervention. An avant-garde work by master Andrés Nicolau that breaks the two-dimensional plane to merge photography and pictorial hyperrealism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eCURATORIAL HISTORY AND ANALYSIS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Sands of Nîmes and the Tension of the Bullfight\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003eThis work represents a very interesting twist in the production of Andrés Nicolau, a well-established name in contemporary bullfighting art. The composition places us at a moment of maximum concentration: the bullfighter, reflective and with his gaze lowered, prepares for the moment of truth in front of the imposing bull. The inclusion of the inscription \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"9\" data-index-in-node=\"370\"\u003e\"Nimes 2012\"\u003c\/i\u003e in the lower-left corner masterfully places the scene in the historic French arena, one of the most revered venues by bullfighting fans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Visual Trompe L'oeil: Painting on Glass\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003eFar from the traditional canvas, the artist presents us here with a fascinating spatial game. Starting from a photographic base, Nicolau has made a bold pictorial intervention directly on the protective outer glass. Through thick and expressive impasto paint—especially visible in the golden flashes of the matador's suit, the texture of the bullring, and the striking red signature—the paint literally floats above the background image. This technique creates an optical effect of chiaroscuro and an unprecedented depth of field, casting real shadows that give the scene an extraordinary tactile relief.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003eWHY IS THIS PIECE AN OPPORTUNITY FOR YOUR COLLECTION?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTechnical Innovation (Mixed Media):\u003c\/b\u003e In bullfighting collecting, often dominated by classicism, finding experimental pieces of this nature is a rarity. The fusion of photographic support and material application on glass demonstrates that the mastery of hyperrealism is not at odds with the avant-garde.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eLocation and Historicity:\u003c\/b\u003e The explicit location of the work in \"Nîmes\" (2012) gives it a geographical and historical context that multiplies its interest for purists of international bullfighting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eVisual Power and Format:\u003c\/b\u003e With its notable dimensions (60 x 45 cm), the work possesses a sculptural presence. It is a piece designed to captivate the eye and generate visual debate, ideal for offices or private galleries that demand figurative art with a radically modern approach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003eTECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eArtist:\u003c\/b\u003e Andrés Nicolau (b. 1964).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTitle \/ Theme:\u003c\/b\u003e Bullfighting scene in Nîmes (The Bullfighter and the Bull).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePeriod \/ Dating:\u003c\/b\u003e 2012.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTechnique and Support:\u003c\/b\u003e Experimental mixed media. Photographic background with pictorial intervention (material loads \/ oil or acrylic impasto) applied directly onto the outer glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSignature and Inscriptions:\u003c\/b\u003e Hand-signed with thick red impasto \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"15,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"62\"\u003e\"Andrés Nicolau\"\u003c\/i\u003e in the lower right corner. Located and dated \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"15,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"131\"\u003e\"Nimes 2012\"\u003c\/i\u003e in the lower left corner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,5,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e 60 x 45 cm (Vertical format).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,6,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,6,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eProvenance:\u003c\/b\u003e Private collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,7,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,7,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/b\u003e Excellent. Framed work. The pictorial intervention adhered to the front glass remains intact, preserving all its volume and original color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003eTHE WORKSHOP'S NOTE\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003eThe magnetism of this work by Andrés Nicolau lies in its ability to trick the eye. By physically separating the brushstroke (on the glass) from the background of the scene, the artist forces us to view the work from different angles to understand its anatomy. It is a striking piece, conceived exclusively for the collector who seeks to go a step further in the contemporary representation of bullfighting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"18\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"19\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"19\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eIncludes Collector's Dossier:\u003c\/b\u003e This work comes with an exhaustive research study, technical sheet, and curatorial context prepared and printed by El Taller del Coleccionista, certifying our research and the known provenance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"El taller del coleccionista","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53475323543885,"sku":null,"price":390.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0904\/1841\/3901\/files\/DSC_0420.jpg?v=1772638044"},{"product_id":"andres-nicolau-lance-de-capote-escena-taurina-fotografia-intervenida-arte-contemporaneo","title":"ANDRÉS NICOLAU | CAPE PASS (BULLFIGHTING SCENE) | INTERVENED PHOTOGRAPHY | CONTEMPORARY ART","description":"\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eANDRÉS NICOLAU | CAPOTE PASS (BULLFIGHTING SCENE) | INTERVENED PHOTOGRAPHY | CONTEMPORARY ART\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eThe dramatic tension and the light of the bullring captured in an exceptional hyperrealistic piece, validated by the masterful hand intervention of one of the great contemporary masters of bullfighting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eHISTORY AND CURATORIAL ANALYSIS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Chiaroscuro of the Bullring: Sun and Shadow\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eThis graphic work immerses us in the epicenter of the bullfight through the eyes of Andrés Nicolau, one of the most respected artists in contemporary Spanish bullfighting posters and painting. The composition captures the exact moment of a capote pass: the bullfighter, enveloped in the intense fuchsia of the cape, lures the imposing black bull onto the sand scorched by the light. The true aesthetic triumph of this image is its masterful use of chiaroscuro. The intense contrast between the illuminated arena, the deep shadows cast by the figures, and the burgundy barrier in the background, evokes with an almost palpable precision the dense and hot atmosphere of an afternoon at the bullring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMixed Media and the Artist's Validation\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003eTechnically, Nicolau starts with a high-resolution photographic base that allows him to achieve a level of hyperrealistic detail unattainable with traditional brushes (visible in the embroidery of the bullfighter's suit or the bull's musculature). However, the work transcends mere photographic reproduction thanks to the artist's direct intervention. In the lower right corner, Nicolau seals and validates the composition by applying his handwritten signature with a dense, textured black gouache \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"10\" data-index-in-node=\"494\"\u003e\"Andrés Nicolau\"\u003c\/i\u003e. This tactile and manual intervention breaks the flatness of the medium and imbues the piece with the \"aura\" and undeniable authenticity of the creator's hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003eWHY IS THIS PIECE AN OPPORTUNITY FOR YOUR COLLECTION?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eExpressive Force and Hyperrealism:\u003c\/b\u003e The choice of mixed media allows Nicolau to freeze movement with absolute fidelity, offering the collector a hyperrealistic window into the most striking and daring moment of the bullfight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Master's Imprint:\u003c\/b\u003e The imposing gouache signature is not merely a legal formality; it is a pictorial intervention in itself. It acts as a direct and tangible certificate of authorship that elevates the piece above conventional serialized photography.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePreservation and Classic Packaging:\u003c\/b\u003e The work is presented with a high-quality mounting. Protected under glass, it rests on a sober dark passe-partout that enhances the luminosity of the sand, finished with an imposing classic carved frame in gold and bronze tones. A set designed to provide a striking presentation for any collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003eTECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eArtist:\u003c\/b\u003e Andrés Nicolau (b. 1964).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTitle \/ Theme:\u003c\/b\u003e Capote Pass \/ Bullfighting Scene (Spanish Costumbrism).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTechnique and Medium:\u003c\/b\u003e Mixed media. High-definition photographic base intervened and directly validated by the artist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSignature and Inscriptions:\u003c\/b\u003e Hand-signed with thick black gouache impasto \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"14,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"74\"\u003e\"Andrés Nicolau\"\u003c\/i\u003e in the lower right corner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDocumented Dimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e Photograph: Approx. 42.5 x 53 cm (Overall dimensions with frame to be confirmed).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,5,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eProvenance:\u003c\/b\u003e Private collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,6,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,6,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/b\u003e Excellent. Intact work, free from light damage, preserved under glass and framed with a high-quality classic molding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003eTHE WORKSHOP'S NOTE\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003eCollecting bullfighting art demands rigor, force, and truth. This work by Andrés Nicolau fulfills all three premises. It not only captures the ephemeral plasticity of the cape but also documents the relentless light of the bullring with impeccable hyperrealistic execution. The material intervention of his signature is the definitive endorsement of a contemporary master. A solid acquisition for the graphic cabinet seeking the purity of the national fiesta seen through a modern lens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"18\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"18\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eIncludes Collector's Dossier:\u003c\/b\u003e This work is accompanied by an exhaustive research study, technical sheet, and curatorial context prepared and printed by El Taller del Coleccionista, certifying our research and known provenance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"El taller del coleccionista","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53475432661325,"sku":null,"price":290.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0904\/1841\/3901\/files\/DSC_0403_3ef7e40d-d022-4c6e-8049-069815d98ed6.jpg?v=1772638483"},{"product_id":"fran-lok-abstraccion-gestual-1968-tachismo-y-action-painting-acuarela-original","title":"FRAN LOK | GESTURAL ABSTRACTION (1968) | TACHISME AND ACTION PAINTING | ORIGINAL WATERCOLOR","description":"\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eFRAN LOK | GESTURAL ABSTRACTION (1968) | TACHISME AND ACTION PAINTING | ORIGINAL WATERCOLOR\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eThe force of the stroke and the dance of color. An immersion into the universe of 1960s Informalism through a vibrant watercolor, dominated by the energy of \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"186\"\u003eAction Painting\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eHISTORY AND CURATORIAL ANALYSIS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Informal Vortex and Electric Blue\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003eThis fascinating original work, dated 1968, presents a composition of overwhelming force where chromatic contrast and speed of execution are the true protagonists. Unlike static compositions, Fran Lok here creates an almost orbital tension: thick and expressive strokes of black and dark grey pigment structure the space, creating a kind of dynamic web from which a strong electric blue stain emerges with dazzling saturation. To give the work greater spatial depth, subtle fluid lines in reddish and magenta tones intertwine in the background of the composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Triumph of \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"10\" data-index-in-node=\"15\"\u003eDripping\u003c\/i\u003e and Gravity\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003eThe execution of this print is a triumph of control over the watery medium and chance. Worked exclusively with fluid watercolor on paper, the artwork is a physical and unalterable record of the artist's bodily movement. The masterful use of \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"11\" data-index-in-node=\"248\"\u003edripping\u003c\/i\u003e (direct dripping), explosive splashes, and vertical runs intentionally caused by gravity demonstrate a refined technique that directly connects with the rebelliousness of European \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"11\" data-index-in-node=\"452\"\u003eTachisme\u003c\/i\u003e and American \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"11\" data-index-in-node=\"474\"\u003eAction Painting\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003eWHY IS THIS PIECE AN OPPORTUNITY FOR YOUR COLLECTION?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTestament to the Avant-Garde (1968):\u003c\/b\u003e The year of creation places this piece in a tumultuous and fascinating decade for the history of contemporary art, making it an essential visual document for collectors of post-war abstraction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eChromatic and Compositional Power:\u003c\/b\u003e The interaction between the aggressiveness of the black lines and the pure luminosity of blue and magenta gives the work a visual magnetism that captivates the gaze and demands active observation from the viewer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eGallery-Level Preservation:\u003c\/b\u003e Despite being over half a century old, the pigment sits on high-grammage paper with a freshness that looks newly painted. The colors retain an extraordinary vibrancy, with no signs of light fatigue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003eTECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eArtist:\u003c\/b\u003e Fran Lok.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTitle \/ Theme:\u003c\/b\u003e Gestural Abstraction in Blue and Black (Informalism).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eYear of Creation:\u003c\/b\u003e 1968.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTechnique and Support:\u003c\/b\u003e Original fluid watercolor (applied via \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"15,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"65\"\u003edripping\u003c\/i\u003e, pouring, and free gesture) on high-grammage paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDocumented Dimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e Support (Paper): 65.5 x 50 cm (Landscape format).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,5,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eStyle \/ Movement:\u003c\/b\u003e Abstract Expressionism \/ Tachisme \/ \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"15,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"58\"\u003eAction Painting\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,6,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,6,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eProvenance:\u003c\/b\u003e Private collection \/ Gallery fund.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,7,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,7,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eConservation Status:\u003c\/b\u003e Excellent. Archival quality. Paper intact and colors with extraordinary saturation and vibrancy. Ideal work for display with a floating frame mounting that respects the integrity of its margins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003eTHE WORKSHOP'S NOTE\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003eAcquiring this watercolor by Fran Lok means owning a fragment of the pure energy of the 1960s. In \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"17\" data-index-in-node=\"99\"\u003eAction Painting\u003c\/i\u003e, there are no sketches or possible corrections; what we see is the artist's first and only intention, captured in fractions of a second. It is a powerful, visceral, and bravely executed piece, conceived for graphic cabinets and contemporary art collections that demand works with character, history, and an overwhelming visual personality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"18\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"19\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"19\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eIncludes Collector's Dossier:\u003c\/b\u003e This work is delivered with an exhaustive research study, technical sheet, and curatorial context prepared and printed by El Taller del Coleccionista, certifying our research and known provenance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"El taller del coleccionista","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53475505045837,"sku":null,"price":220.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0904\/1841\/3901\/files\/DSC_0317_d8e616e2-3842-4c0f-b49b-3134f0a8ffc6.jpg?v=1772639174"},{"product_id":"fran-lok-abstraccion-gestual-1968-azul-y-magenta-acuarela-original","title":"FRAN LOK | GESTURAL ABSTRACTION (1968) | BLUE AND MAGENTA | ORIGINAL WATERCOLOR","description":"\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eFRAN LOK | GESTURAL ABSTRACTION (1968) | BLUE AND MAGENTA | ORIGINAL WATERCOLOR\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eThe chromatic impact of the avant-garde. The pure fluidity of watercolor serving \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"86\"\u003eTachism\u003c\/i\u003e and gestural automatism in a vibrant original work from 1968.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eHISTORY AND CURATORIAL ANALYSIS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eChromatic burst and verticality\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eContinuing the exploration of the gestural language that defines Fran Lok's production in the late 1960s, this exceptional original piece raises the chromatic stakes. In contrast to the restraint of earlier works, the artist incorporates bold accents of intense magenta and forceful dark strokes that aggressively dialogue with his characteristic and omnipresent electric blue. The vertical format of the composition accentuates the sensation of falling and fluidity, turning the work into a pure exercise of creative freedom deeply rooted in \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"561\"\u003eAction Painting\u003c\/i\u003e and European automatism of the era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eVirtuosity in the aqueous medium\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003eWhat is truly remarkable about this piece is its exclusive execution in watercolor. Achieving such gestural assertiveness, with \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"10\" data-index-in-node=\"146\"\u003edripping\u003c\/i\u003e (direct splashes), gravity-induced runs, and such defined contours, without the use of denser and more opaque media like acrylic or oil, requires the artist to have absolute mastery of water tension, drying time, and pigment saturation. It is an exact choreography between chance and control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003eWHY IS THIS PIECE AN OPPORTUNITY FOR YOUR COLLECTION?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCornerstone of Informalism (1968):\u003c\/b\u003e Dated in a crucial year for cultural and artistic revolutions, this print transcends the aesthetic to become a living visual document of post-war avant-gardes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHighest Quality Support:\u003c\/b\u003e The work is executed on superb heavy, handmade paper with a markedly rough texture. The natural background acts as an indispensable visual breathing space, while the paper's pores retain the chromatic load, maintaining its original vibrancy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eUnaltered Expressive Force:\u003c\/b\u003e In action art, corrections are not possible. Acquiring this piece means treasuring the creator's first and only intention, a burst of energy permanently captured on paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003eTECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eArtist:\u003c\/b\u003e Fran Lok.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTitle \/ Theme:\u003c\/b\u003e Gestural abstraction in blue and magenta (Informalism).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eYear of creation:\u003c\/b\u003e 1968.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTechnique and Support:\u003c\/b\u003e Original fluid watercolor (application through automatism, \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"14,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"78\"\u003edripping\u003c\/i\u003e and pouring) on heavy handmade paper with natural deckled edges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDocumented Dimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e Support (Paper): 65.5 x 50 cm (Vertical format).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,5,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eStyle \/ Movement:\u003c\/b\u003e Abstract Expressionism \/ Tachism \/ \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"14,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"58\"\u003eAction Painting\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,6,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,6,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eProvenance:\u003c\/b\u003e Private collection \/ Gallery fund.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,7,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,7,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/b\u003e Good. The thick paper support remains intact, displaying the natural irregularity of its edges (\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"14,7,0\" data-index-in-node=\"152\"\u003edeckled edges\u003c\/i\u003e). The pigments retain extraordinary saturation and vibrancy, free from light degradation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003eTHE WORKSHOP'S NOTE\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003eIn the contemporary art market, abstraction from the 1960s, signed at its peak, is a highly prestigious asset. This watercolor by Fran Lok doesn't ask the viewer for permission; it bursts forth with an intensity of color and a controlled anarchy that define the very essence of \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"16\" data-index-in-node=\"296\"\u003eTachism\u003c\/i\u003e. A definitive acquisition, exclusively designed for the graphic cabinet seeking to collect energy, history, and the physical truth of the pictorial gesture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"18\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"18\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eIncludes Collector's Dossier:\u003c\/b\u003e This work is delivered with an exhaustive research study, technical sheet, and curatorial context prepared and printed by El Taller del Coleccionista, certifying our research and known provenance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"El taller del coleccionista","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53475529818445,"sku":null,"price":180.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0904\/1841\/3901\/files\/DSC_0307_896b9090-39f4-41a9-8057-6cc3eb51dd2c.jpg?v=1772639491"},{"product_id":"fran-lok-abstraccion-gestual-1968-tecnica-mixta-cera-y-acuarela-informalismo","title":"FRAN LOK | GESTURAL ABSTRACTION (1968) | MIXED MEDIA (WAX AND WATERCOLOR) | INFORMALISM","description":"\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eFRAN LOK | GESTURAL ABSTRACTION (1968) | MIXED MEDIA (WAX AND WATERCOLOR) | INFORMALISM\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eAn explosion of energy and movement captured in the historic year of 1968. The pure record of pictorial action through a sophisticated mixed media technique that fuses \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"174\"\u003eTachisme\u003c\/i\u003e with gestural automatism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eCURATORIAL HISTORY AND ANALYSIS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe void, the blue, and verticality\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eThis original work on thick paper, dated in a crucial year for cultural revolutions (1968), is a vibrant testament to European gestural abstraction. Signed by Fran Lok, the piece abandons any figurative pretensions to focus on the pure expressiveness of matter and color. The composition is dominated by a vertical and anarchic structure from which powerful washes emerge in the artist's characteristic electric blue, dialoguing with more subtle strokes in violet and black tones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe alchemy of the studio: the \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"9\" data-index-in-node=\"27\"\u003eWax Resist\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003eThe immense visual and technical appeal of this work lies in its execution. Fran Lok employs a mixed media technique here, combining the fluidity of watercolor with the resistance of wax or oil pastel (\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"10\" data-index-in-node=\"212\"\u003ewax resist\u003c\/i\u003e). It is mesmerizing to observe how the quick, previous wax strokes repel the liquid pigment, generating astonishing organic textures and a suggestive play of voids (\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"10\" data-index-in-node=\"408\"\u003enegative space\u003c\/i\u003e) over the natural raw tone of the paper. Splashes and \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"10\" data-index-in-node=\"487\"\u003edripping\u003c\/i\u003e (vertical dripping) complete a visual choreography full of dynamism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003eWHY IS THIS PIECE AN OPPORTUNITY FOR YOUR COLLECTION?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAvant-Garde Testimony (1968):\u003c\/b\u003e The year of its creation places it squarely in the effervescent context of post-war avant-gardes. It is a living visual document of the era in which \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"187\"\u003eAction Painting\u003c\/i\u003e redefined the boundaries of art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTechnical Sophistication (Mixed Media):\u003c\/b\u003e The combination of greasy and aqueous materials demonstrates absolute mastery of the physical behavior of pigments. This technique gives the print a relief and texture impossible to achieve with watercolor alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHighest Quality Support:\u003c\/b\u003e The print is executed on superb heavy-weight handmade paper. The porosity of the support absorbs the chromatic load, keeping the vividness of the colors intact, while its irregular margins attest to its noble manufactured origin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003eTECHNICAL DATA SHEET\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eArtist:\u003c\/b\u003e Fran Lok.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTitle \/ Theme:\u003c\/b\u003e Gestural abstraction in blue (Informalism).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eYear of creation:\u003c\/b\u003e 1968.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTechnique and Support:\u003c\/b\u003e Original mixed media (fluid watercolor and wax\/oil pastel resist) on heavy-weight handmade paper with natural deckled edges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDocumented Dimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e Support (Paper): Approx. 65.5 x 50 cm (Vertical gallery format).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,5,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eStyle \/ Movement:\u003c\/b\u003e Abstract Expressionism \/ Tachisme \/ \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"14,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"58\"\u003eAction Painting\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,6,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,6,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eProvenance:\u003c\/b\u003e Private collection \/ Gallery fund.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,7,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,7,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/b\u003e Good. The pigments maintain a strong saturation, free from oxidation or light fatigue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003eTHE STUDIO NOTE\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003eIn Informalism, the work does not represent an action; the work \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"16\" data-index-in-node=\"62\"\u003eis\u003c\/i\u003e the action. By incorporating wax to repel watercolor, Fran Lok adds a level of technical premeditation to the apparent anarchy of \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"16\" data-index-in-node=\"200\"\u003eAction Painting\u003c\/i\u003e. It is a magnetic piece, conceived for the contemporary graphic cabinet that demands to treasure the history, rebellion, and physical purity of the 1960s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"18\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"18\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCollector's Dossier Included:\u003c\/b\u003e This artwork comes with an exhaustive research study, technical sheet, and curatorial context prepared and printed by El Taller del Coleccionista, certifying our research and known provenance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"El taller del coleccionista","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53475615015245,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0904\/1841\/3901\/files\/DSC_0295-copia.jpg?v=1772639648"},{"product_id":"j-ribot-llupia-fachada-monumental-anos-70-paisaje-urbano-acuarela-original","title":"J. RIBOT LLUPIÁ | MONUMENTAL FAÇADE (1970s) | URBAN LANDSCAPE | ORIGINAL WATERCOLOR","description":"\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eJ. RIBOT LLUPIÁ | MONUMENTAL FACADE (1970s) | URBAN LANDSCAPE | ORIGINAL WATERCOLOR\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eArchitectural rigor and Mediterranean light captured in a large-format watercolor. An imposing urban scene that combines technical mastery with the nostalgia of 1970s Spain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eHISTORY AND CURATORIAL ANALYSIS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe urban sketch and the time capsule\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003eThis magnificent original work introduces us to the creative maturity of José Ribot Llupiá (1925-2020), a painter with a solid trajectory in the figurative art scene of the second half of the 20th century. The composition places us in the square of a historic town, dominated by the overwhelming presence of an imposing Gothic-style facade, rendered with astonishing architectural detail (highlighting the central rose window, the archivolts of the portico, and the bell tower).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003eHowever, the true magnetism of the work lies in its \"time capsule\" quality. At the foot of the ancient monument, Ribot Llupiá unfolds a lively genre scene that unequivocally dates the work to the 1970s: tourists photographing the facade, passersby, and classic vehicles of the era parked in the square, which add undeniable nostalgic and historical value to the composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe mastery of wash and perspective\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003eOn a technical level, the artist displays an absolute command of the watercolor technique, an unforgiving medium that does not allow for corrections. The use of heavy-weight paper allows Ribot Llupiá to play with the superimposition of clean washes, achieving exceptional luminosity and atmospheric depth in the sky and the stone of the cathedral. The brushwork is agile and descriptive, tracing projected shadows with a geometric precision that demonstrates a deep understanding of perspective.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003eWHY IS THIS PIECE AN OPPORTUNITY FOR YOUR COLLECTION?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eArchitectural Virtuosity:\u003c\/b\u003e Capturing the monumentality and scale of a Gothic building exclusively with water and pigment requires a level of technical mastery achieved by very few watercolorists.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDocumentary and Nostalgic Value:\u003c\/b\u003e The inclusion of daily life from the 1970s (classic vehicles, clothing, the terrace on the right corner) makes this print an irresistible visual document for collectors of urban landscapes and Spanish genre scenes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eGallery Format:\u003c\/b\u003e Its generous dimensions (47.5 x 65 cm) set it apart from the classic small travel notebook sketch, transforming it into a striking exhibition piece with an unquestionable visual presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003eTECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eArtist:\u003c\/b\u003e José Ribot Llupiá (1925-2020).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTitle \/ Theme:\u003c\/b\u003e Monumental facade and square (Urban landscape \/ 1970s genre scene).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTechnique and Support:\u003c\/b\u003e Original fluid watercolor on high-grammage, professional quality drawing paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDocumented Dimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e Support (Paper): 47.5 x 65 cm (Landscape gallery format).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSignature and Inscriptions:\u003c\/b\u003e Hand-signed with brush \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"16,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"47\"\u003e\"RIBOT LLUPIÀ\"\u003c\/i\u003e in the lower-left corner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,5,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eProvenance:\u003c\/b\u003e Private collection \/ Gallery fund.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,6,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,6,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/b\u003e Excellent. Archival quality. Paper structurally intact, retaining extraordinary luminosity in the pigments and perfect contrast in the shadow areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003eTHE WORKSHOP'S NOTE\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"18\"\u003eGood architectural watercolor is not about painting every brick, but about making light define the volume of the stone. In this piece, Ribot Llupiá achieves exactly that, contrasting the eternity of the Gothic cathedral with the fleetingness of a sunny morning in the 1970s. A highly prestigious acquisition, ideal for the collector who values the rigor of classical drawing and the living history of our cities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"19\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"20\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"20\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eIncludes Collector's Dossier:\u003c\/b\u003e This work comes with an exhaustive research study, technical sheet, and curatorial context prepared and printed by El Taller del Coleccionista, certifying our research and known provenance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"El taller del coleccionista","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53475898687821,"sku":null,"price":295.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0904\/1841\/3901\/files\/DSC_0268_02f04760-c613-4c3c-8d0a-d7fd42d7d6fa.jpg?v=1772640163"},{"product_id":"jose-garcia-ocejo-hada-silencio-dibujo-original-1972","title":"José García Ocejo | The Fairy of Silence (1972) | Original Drawing","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe linear quality and lyricism of the Mexican avant-garde. A splendid original ink drawing by José García Ocejo, dated from his mature period, capturing the essence of Neo-Romanticism and fantastic Surrealism.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eHistory and Curatorial Analysis\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Dandy of the Rupture and the Rejection of Muralism\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003eThis magnificent work immerses us in the sophisticated universe of José García Ocejo (1928-2019), one of the most unique and cultivated figures in 20th-century Mexican art. A fundamental member of the \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"9\" data-index-in-node=\"197\"\u003eGeneración de la Ruptura\u003c\/i\u003e (Rupture Generation), Ocejo moved away from the ideological and nationalist weight of traditional muralism to embrace fantasy, opera, mythology, and eroticism. In this piece, the artist displays all his characteristic elegance, inviting us into a dreamlike and profoundly intimate world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCalligraphic Virtuosity and Wash\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003eThe composition depicts an ethereal winged female figure—a fairy or nymph, a recurring motif in his poetic imaginary—suspended in the void and asking for silence with a delicate gesture of her hand. This is a unique original drawing. Ocejo uses an agile, nervous, and calligraphic ink stroke to define the contours, applying masterful touches of wash (diluted ink) that give volume and movement to the figure's hair and wings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003eWhy is this piece an opportunity for your collection?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eUnique and Original Work:\u003c\/b\u003e In a market abundant with serial works, acquiring an original ink drawing allows the collector to possess the physical and direct imprint of the Veracruz master, without mechanical intermediaries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eKey Dating (1972):\u003c\/b\u003e The work is fully authenticated by the author's unmistakable angular uppercase signature (\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"13,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"121\"\u003e\"OCEJO 72\"\u003c\/i\u003e) in the lower right corner. This date places it in the decade of the artist's greatest international consolidation, guaranteeing impeccable technical execution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePresence and Aesthetic Purity:\u003c\/b\u003e The bareness of the support and the economy of means (only ink and paper) lend the piece a timeless elegance, making it an indispensable asset for discerning collectors of surrealism and the Latin American avant-garde.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eArtist:\u003c\/b\u003e José García Ocejo (Córdoba, Veracruz, 1928 – 2019).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTitle \/ Theme:\u003c\/b\u003e The Fairy of Silence \/ Winged Figure (Mythology \/ Fantastic Realism).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eYear of Creation:\u003c\/b\u003e 1972.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTechnique and Support:\u003c\/b\u003e Unique original drawing. India ink and wash on drawing paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSignature and Inscriptions:\u003c\/b\u003e Signed and dated by hand \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"15,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"57\"\u003e\"OCEJO 72\"\u003c\/i\u003e in the lower right corner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,5,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDocumented Dimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e Support (Paper): 43 x 35 cm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,6,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,6,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eStyle \/ Movement:\u003c\/b\u003e Neo-Romanticism \/ Mexican Surrealism \/ \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"15,6,0\" data-index-in-node=\"63\"\u003eGeneración de la Ruptura\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,7,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,7,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eProvenance:\u003c\/b\u003e Private collection \/ Gallery fund.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,8,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,8,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/b\u003e Excellent archival condition. The ink retains its original contrast. The paper, structurally intact, presents a beautiful and uniform warm patina (ivory\/toasted tone) typical of the natural aging of cellulose fibers over more than half a century, which certifies its historicity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003eThe Workshop's Note\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003eOcejo did not draw to convince the masses; he drew to seduce the individual. This \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"17\" data-index-in-node=\"87\"\u003eFairy of Silence\u003c\/i\u003e is a declaration of aesthetic intent: a work that demands to be contemplated with the same quietness that the figure requests. Backed by its status as an original work and its emblematic 1972 signature, it is an acquisition of indisputable prestige, designed to bring a high level of international erudition to your graphic cabinet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"18\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"19\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"19\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCollector's Dossier Included:\u003c\/b\u003e This artwork comes with an exhaustive research study, technical sheet, and curatorial context prepared and printed by El Taller del Coleccionista, certifying our research and the known provenance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"El taller del coleccionista","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53476245045581,"sku":null,"price":410.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0904\/1841\/3901\/files\/DSC_0127_5c4adbe3-1373-46d5-a77e-de706502a084.jpg?v=1772640483"},{"product_id":"jorge-romero-zaldivar-intriga-2001-tecnica-mixta-materica-informalismo","title":"JORGE ROMERO ZALDÍVAR | INTRIGUE (2001) | MIXED MEDIA, TEXTURAL | INFORMALISM","description":"\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eJORGE ROMERO ZALDÍVAR | INTRIGUE (2001) | MIXED MEDIA, MATERIC | INFORMALISM\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eA tactile and visual exploration where matter becomes the absolute protagonist. An organic abstraction of enormous expressive force that invites the viewer to \"feel\" the painting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eHISTORY AND CURATORIAL ANALYSIS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe language of matter and visual geology\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eThis original work, suggestively titled \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"44\"\u003e\"Intriga\"\u003c\/i\u003e (Intrigue), is a magnificent example of contemporary artistic research. Romero Zaldívar consciously moves away from figurative representation to fully delve into the language of Informalism, where texture, the physical weight of materials, and primal gesture take absolute control of the composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMixed media and organic calligraphy\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003eOn a technical level, the artist employs a complex methodology, integrating dense material loads (probably sand, carborundum, or marble dust) with earthy pigments, ochres, and flashes of deep blue peeking from the background. The result is a distinctly rough, almost geological surface, over which organic and fluid calligraphy in cream tones dances. This sinuous and continuous line evokes primeval, cellular, or microscopic forms, creating a visual tension between the stillness of the earth and the movement of the stroke.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003eWHY IS THIS PIECE AN OPPORTUNITY FOR YOUR COLLECTION?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTactile Richness (Materism):\u003c\/b\u003e The work demands to be experienced beyond the sense of sight. The strong relief of the materials on the support gives the piece a three-dimensional and sculptural quality, fundamental in the collecting of contemporary abstraction and an heir to masters like Tàpies or Millares.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAutograph Validation (2001):\u003c\/b\u003e In the lower right margin, the work displays its title \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"85\"\u003e\"intriga\"\u003c\/i\u003e (intrigue), the signature \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"105\"\u003e\"Zaldívar\"\u003c\/i\u003e and the year \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"125\"\u003e\"2001\"\u003c\/i\u003e, all handwritten in ink by the artist. This inscription not only certifies its original provenance but also anchors it in a precise historical and conceptual moment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHigh-Quality Support:\u003c\/b\u003e Executed on noble, heavy cotton paper with natural deckled edges (the irregular edges characteristic of its manufacture), the piece possesses the warmth and prestige associated with major unique works on paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003eTECHNICAL DATA SHEET\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eArtist:\u003c\/b\u003e Jorge Romero Zaldívar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTitle \/ Theme:\u003c\/b\u003e \"Intriga\" (Organic abstraction \/ Materic composition).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eYear of creation:\u003c\/b\u003e 2001.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTechnique and Support:\u003c\/b\u003e Original mixed media with the incorporation of dense material loads (sands\/pigments) on heavy cotton paper with natural deckled edges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDocumented Dimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e Support (Paper): Approx. 25 x 20.5 cm. Cabinet format.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,5,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSignature and Inscriptions:\u003c\/b\u003e Titled \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"14,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"32\"\u003e\"intriga\"\u003c\/i\u003e, signed \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"14,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"51\"\u003e\"Zaldívar\"\u003c\/i\u003e and dated \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"14,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"72\"\u003e\"2001\"\u003c\/i\u003e in ink in the lower right margin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,6,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,6,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eStyle \/ Movement:\u003c\/b\u003e Materic Abstraction \/ Spanish Informalism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,7,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,7,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eProvenance:\u003c\/b\u003e Private collection \/ Gallery stock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,8,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,8,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/b\u003e Excellent archival quality. The paper support retains its structural integrity and natural tone intact. The thick and complex central material layer remains perfectly adhered and stable, with no losses, cracking, or material detachment, preserving all its original relief.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003eTHE WORKSHOP'S NOTE\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003eIn abstract art, \"intrigue\" is precisely what keeps the observer's gaze alive over time. This work does not offer obvious answers, but rather proposes an enigma of textures, grooves, and tactile matter. Its intimate format concentrates all this visual tension, making it an indispensable piece for the erudite collector looking to incorporate the raw and poetic force of Spanish materism into their cabinet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"18\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"18\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eIncludes Collector's Dossier:\u003c\/b\u003e This work comes with an exhaustive research study, technical data sheet, and curatorial context prepared and printed by El Taller del Coleccionista, certifying our research and known provenance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"El taller del coleccionista","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53477243978061,"sku":null,"price":155.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0904\/1841\/3901\/files\/DSC_0117_04.jpg?v=1772643652"},{"product_id":"antoni-carrera-karris-escenario-onirico-2002-acuarela-panoramica-surrealismo-catalan","title":"ANTONI CARRERA \"KARRIS\" | ONIRIC SCENERY (2002) | PANORAMIC WATERCOLOR | CATALAN SURREALISM","description":"\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eANTONI CARRERA \"KARRIS\" | ONIRIC STAGE (2002) | PANORAMIC WATERCOLOR | CATALAN SURREALISM\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eThe tradition of the Olot School reinterpreted through an oniric and symbolic magnetism. An original watercolor in cinematic format where Antoni Carrera displays his unmistakable surrealist maturity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eHISTORY AND CURATORIAL ANALYSIS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe breaking of the Olot School and the dreamlike landscape\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003eUnder the established signature \"Karris\" we find Antoni Carrera (Olot, 1963), an artist with an international projection (with exhibitions from New York to the Florence Biennale) who carries landscape in his academic heritage. Trained at the prestigious Olot School of Fine Arts, Karris refused to stagnate in classical landscape painting. This work, dated 2002, is a visual manifesto of what he himself defines as his \"Surrealist-Figurative-Mediterranean\" period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003eThe artist uses the landscape of rolling hills (possibly his native Garrotxa) and a sunset sky filled with purples and golds merely as a backdrop. The true weight of the work lies in the foreground: three truncated columns, besieged by thorny vines, rise as unnatural pedestals to support the planet Earth, an orange, and a cherry. It is a cryptic composition that invites reflection on the weight of nature, the global versus the local, and the fragility of the ecosystem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe fluidity of the wash and cinematic proportion\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003eWhat accentuates the tension of this scene is the boldness of its format: an extreme 12 x 33 cm. Karris forces us to read the work as if it were the panoramic screen of a film, guiding the eye from left to right. Technically, the watercolor seeks inner light; it uses the transparency of water to capture the vibration of the atmosphere, demonstrating that the academic rigor of his training coexists in perfect harmony with absolute intellectual and expressive freedom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003eWHY IS THIS PIECE AN OPPORTUNITY FOR YOUR COLLECTION?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSymbolism and Rarity:\u003c\/b\u003e While the market offers abundant traditional Catalan landscapes, finding pieces where an author from the Olot School breaks the rules to embrace figurative surrealism is a highly coveted curatorial rarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eExceptional Panoramic Format:\u003c\/b\u003e The pronounced horizontality (almost a 3:1 ratio) breaks with classic cabinet proportions, giving the piece undeniable compositional modernity and magnetic visual presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eIdentified and International Signature:\u003c\/b\u003e Endorsed by the clear signature \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"14,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"65\"\u003e\"Karris '02\"\u003c\/i\u003e in the lower left corner, the work ensures its belonging to the mature stage of an artist with a living curriculum and works in institutional collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003eTECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eArtist:\u003c\/b\u003e Antoni Carrera \"Karris\" (Olot, 1963).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTitle \/ Theme:\u003c\/b\u003e Oniric stage \/ Symbolic nature (Figurative Surrealism).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eYear of creation:\u003c\/b\u003e 2002.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTechnique and Medium:\u003c\/b\u003e Original fluid watercolor on continuous paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDocumented Dimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e Approx. 12 x 33 cm (Extremely horizontal \/ Panoramic format).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,5,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSignature and Inscriptions:\u003c\/b\u003e Hand-signed in ink \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"16,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"46\"\u003e\"Karris\"\u003c\/i\u003e and dated \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"16,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"65\"\u003e\"02\"\u003c\/i\u003e in the lower left corner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,6,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,6,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eStyle \/ Movement:\u003c\/b\u003e Mediterranean Surrealism \/ Evolution of the Olot School.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,7,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,7,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eProvenance:\u003c\/b\u003e Private collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,8,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,8,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/b\u003e Excellent archival quality. The pigments retain extraordinary transparency and saturation (especially in the purples of the sky and the blue of the globe), with no signs of oxidation in the paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003eTHE WORKSHOP'S NOTE\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"18\"\u003eCollecting surrealism is embracing mystery. Karris doesn't give us a landscape to recognize a place, but to get lost in an idea. This panoramic watercolor is an exercise in plastic maturity where the absolute mastery of water and color is placed at the service of oniric avant-garde. A piece designed for the erudite collector who seeks established signatures, profound discourses, and bold formats.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"19\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"20\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"20\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eIncludes Collector's Dossier:\u003c\/b\u003e This work comes with a research study of the work, prepared and printed by El Taller del Coleccionista, certifying our research and the known provenance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"El taller del coleccionista","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53484650824013,"sku":null,"price":130.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0904\/1841\/3901\/files\/DSC_0139-copia.jpg?v=1772720171"},{"product_id":"luis-a-bernal-manez-villanciqueros-coro-tradicional-tecnica-mixta-costumbrismo-espanol","title":"LUIS A. BERNAL MÁÑEZ | CAROL SINGERS (TRADITIONAL CHOIR) | MIXED MEDIA | SPANISH COSTUMBRISM","description":"\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eLUIS A. BERNAL MÁÑEZ | VILLANCIQUEROS (TRADITIONAL CHOIR) | MIXED MEDIA | SPANISH COSTUMBRISMO\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eThe essence of folklore and tradition captured in a cabinet format. A vibrant work where narrative illustration from the mid-20th century pays heartfelt homage to Spanish popular culture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eHISTORY AND CURATORIAL ANALYSIS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCostumbrismo, Folklore, and Music\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003eLuis Antonio Bernal Máñez (1924–2010) was a keen visual chronicler of his time, endowed with an innate ability to capture the \"human type\" and social anecdote. In this exceptional piece, the artist presents a lively fragment of popular tradition: a group of three Christmas carolers or aguinalderos in full performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003eFar from being a static portrait, the scene is pure visual sonority. The central figure, shielded from the cold with a scarf and wearing a traditional plaid skirt, intently reads sheet music in the light of a lantern. Her companions set the rhythm of the melody, holding a tambourine and a rhythmic percussion instrument. It is a tableau that inherits the best tradition of Spanish costumbrismo, but filtered through the synthetic and agile lens of modern illustration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTechnical Audacity and Luminous Halo\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003eWhat is truly remarkable about this piece is its plastic resolution. Bernal Máñez uses a very expressive mixed media technique, combining washes and thick impasto on paper. The treatment of light is masterful: the artist silhouettes the three characters against a nocturnal background of an intense dark blue, enveloping them in a vibrant and textured yellow halo. This luminous resource not only projects the figures toward the viewer but also emulates the warm glow of the lantern on a cold winter night.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003eWHY IS THIS PIECE AN OPPORTUNITY FOR YOUR COLLECTION?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eEthnographic and Narrative Value:\u003c\/b\u003e Works that document popular traditions, music, and folklore have a very specific and loyal demand in the art market. It's not just painting; it's cultural memory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMastery in Synthesis:\u003c\/b\u003e Resolving a composition of three figures, with their respective instruments and facial expressions, in barely 15 centimeters of height, demonstrates an absolute mastery of drawing and proportion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTexture and Contrast:\u003c\/b\u003e The energetic application of color, visible in the bold strokes of the clothing and the vibrant background, gives the work a material presence that transcends the usual flatness of illustration on paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003eTECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eArtist:\u003c\/b\u003e Luis Antonio Bernal Máñez (1924–2010).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTitle \/ Theme:\u003c\/b\u003e Villanciqueros \/ Traditional Choir (Folklore \/ Spanish Costumbrismo).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePeriod:\u003c\/b\u003e Second half of the 20th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTechnique and Support:\u003c\/b\u003e Original mixed media (oil\/gouache and watercolor) on paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDocumented Dimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e 15 x 11 cm (Miniature \/ Cabinet format).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17,5,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSignature and Inscriptions:\u003c\/b\u003e Hand-signed with a brush \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"17,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"47\"\u003e\"L BERNAL MAÑEZ\"\u003c\/i\u003e in the lower right corner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17,6,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17,6,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eStyle \/ Movement:\u003c\/b\u003e Modern illustration \/ Expressive figuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17,7,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17,7,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eProvenance:\u003c\/b\u003e Private collection \/ Gallery stock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17,8,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17,8,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/b\u003e Excellent archival quality. The thick pictorial layer remains stable, maintaining a strong luminous contrast and fully saturated colors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"18\"\u003eTHE WORKSHOP'S NOTE\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"19\"\u003eGreat stories often fit into the smallest formats. Bernal Máñez delivers here a beautifully executed capsule of nostalgia. It is an erudite piece that celebrates popular roots, ideal for the collector looking to enrich their cabinet with figurative painting that possesses soul, craftsmanship, and undeniable anthropological value.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"20\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"21\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"21\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eIncludes Collector's Dossier:\u003c\/b\u003e This artwork comes with a research study of the work, prepared and printed by El Taller del Coleccionista, certifying our research and known provenance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"El taller del coleccionista","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53484722913613,"sku":null,"price":100.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0904\/1841\/3901\/files\/DSC_0132_82bca40f-3897-45a3-afd6-b30b856e6848.jpg?v=1772720422"},{"product_id":"vicente-navarro-suerte-de-varas-apunte-taurino-tecnica-mixta-barnizada-escuela-valenciana","title":"VICENTE NAVARRO | LANCE WITH THE PIKES (BULLFIGHTING SKETCH) | MIXED MEDIA WITH VARNISH | VALENCIAN SCHOOL","description":"\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eVICENTE NAVARRO | PIQUE (BULLFIGHTING SKETCH) | VARNISHED MIXED MEDIA | VALENCIAN SCHOOL\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eThe bravery of the bullfight and the rigor of the Valencian School, captured in a vibrant original sketch. A scene of enormous dynamism encapsulated under a rich varnished finish that gives it the tactile quality of an enamel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eHISTORY AND CURATORIAL ANALYSIS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe live sketch and the tension of the bullring\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003eVicente Navarro Romero (1888-1979), an academic at the Real de San Carlos in Valencia, was an absolute master of anatomical drawing and a key figure in 20th-century Spanish illustration and costumbrismo. In this intimate format piece, Navarro condenses all his narrative wisdom to capture the moment of maximum tension in the first third of the bullfight: the pique (suerte de varas).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003eWith an energetic, nervous, and highly gestural stroke, the artist depicts the picador—perfectly attired with his \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"11\" data-index-in-node=\"113\"\u003ecastoreño\u003c\/i\u003e (a type of hat)—withstanding the bull's charge. In a masterful use of perspective and framing, Navarro places the sketched figures of other bullfighters leaning against the barrier in the foreground, giving the composition an almost photographic depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe alchemy of varnish: the \"jewel effect\"\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003eWhat distinguishes this print and multiplies its interest for collectors of graphic art is its unusual finish. Over a quick mixed-media drawing (probably waxes, grease pencil, or pastel), the artist has deliberately applied a dense layer of varnish. This technical decision not only seals and protects the fragility of the paper but also acts as an optical lens: it dramatically saturates the palette of earth tones, terracottas, and the green flashes of the picador's jacket, creating a deep sheen that emulates the material richness of an oil painting or a glazed ceramic piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003eWHY THIS PIECE IS AN OPPORTUNITY FOR YOUR COLLECTION\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBullfighting Erudition:\u003c\/b\u003e The work shies away from the complacent tourist \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"15,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"36\"\u003esouvenir\u003c\/i\u003e to offer a raw, brave, and academically perfect vision of the pique, a highly sought-after niche in international bullfighting collecting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eEstablished Signature and Documentary Mystery:\u003c\/b\u003e Authenticated by the bold signature \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"15,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"69\"\u003e\"V. NAVARRO\"\u003c\/i\u003e in the lower-left corner, the print also hides an intriguing handwritten inscription almost faded by time just above the signature, adding an aura of historical document to the piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Value of the Sketch (\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"15,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"21\"\u003eApunte\u003c\/i\u003e):\u003c\/b\u003e For great connoisseurs, the sketch or quick study is often superior to the finished work, as it shows the artist's first intention, urgency, and true genius without filters or workshop corrections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003eTECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Vicente Navarro Romero (Valencia, 1888 - Barcelona, 1979).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTitle \/ Theme:\u003c\/b\u003e Pique \/ The Picador (Bullfighting \/ Spanish Costumbrismo).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eEstimated Period:\u003c\/b\u003e Mid-20th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTechnique and Support:\u003c\/b\u003e Original mixed media (grease pencil \/ waxes) on cardboard or rigid paper, entirely sealed by the artist with a dense protective layer of varnish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDocumented Dimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e 12 x 15 cm (Cabinet \/ miniature format).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17,5,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSignature and Inscriptions:\u003c\/b\u003e Hand-signed \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"17,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"38\"\u003e\"V. NAVARRO\"\u003c\/i\u003e in the lower-left corner. Shows traces of period handwritten calligraphy (faded) above the signature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17,6,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17,6,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eStyle \/ Movement:\u003c\/b\u003e Dynamic figuration \/ Valencian School.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17,7,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17,7,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eProvenance:\u003c\/b\u003e Private collection \/ Gallery stock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17,8,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17,8,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCondition of Conservation:\u003c\/b\u003e Excellent archival quality. The support is sound, and the unusual layer of varnish maintains its stability, protecting the pigments and guaranteeing exceptional chromatic contrast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"18\"\u003eTHE WORKSHOP'S NOTE\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"19\"\u003eThis work demonstrates that mastery does not require large canvases to express itself. Navarro's urgent stroke conveys the violence of the clash between horse and bull, while the varnished finish freezes that energy in time, transforming a simple drawing into a precious object. An erudite acquisition for the bullfighting cabinet that values classic craftsmanship and the aesthetics of the moment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"20\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"21\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"21\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eIncludes Collector's Dossier:\u003c\/b\u003e This work comes with a research study of the piece, prepared and printed by El Taller del Coleccionista, certifying our research and known provenance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"El taller del coleccionista","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53484739002701,"sku":null,"price":285.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0904\/1841\/3901\/files\/DSC_0103_665bd270-9d71-4fde-bc60-4d729619c6bc.jpg?v=1772720689"},{"product_id":"antoni-de-ferrater-paisaje-de-camprodon-1934-dibujo-original-noucentisme-catalan","title":"ANTONI DE FERRATER | LANDSCAPE OF CAMPRODON (1934) | ORIGINAL DRAWING | CATALAN NOUCENTISME","description":"\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eANTONI DE FERRATER | CAMPRODON LANDSCAPE (1934) | ORIGINAL DRAWING | CATALAN NOUCENTISME\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eThe architect's constructive rigor and the light of the Pyrenees, united in a sketch from nature. A historical visual document, dated 1934, that captures the essence of the landscape and the summer vacations of the Catalan bourgeoisie.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eHISTORY AND CURATORIAL ANALYSIS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe architect's gaze and the synthesis of the landscape\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003eAntoni de Ferrater i Feliu (1891-1959) was a man of synthesis: an architect by profession and a draftsman by vocation. This analytical duality is key to deciphering this work. While a purely romantic painter would have gotten lost in the anecdote of the foliage, Ferrater instinctively seeks the underlying structure of the landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003eIn this small-format original drawing, we see how the artist \"constructs\" nature. The farmhouses or summer houses are not mere scenic elements; they possess weight, volume, and a solid perspective that immediately reveals the expert hand of the architect. However, the stroke that defines the trees is loose, atmospheric, and enormously vibrant, demonstrating exceptional plastic fluidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCamprodon 1934: A Historical \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"11\" data-index-in-node=\"39\"\u003ePlein Air\u003c\/i\u003e Document\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003eThe immense value of this print lies in its immediacy and its dating. It is a work of pure \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"12\" data-index-in-node=\"87\"\u003eplein air\u003c\/i\u003e painting (outdoor drawing), a sketch taken live during a stay in Camprodon, the legendary summer retreat of the Catalan upper bourgeoisie. The work does not show studio retouching; it is the raw and direct capture of a corner where rural architecture dialogues with the forest, reflecting the order, clarity, and balance characteristic of the \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"12\" data-index-in-node=\"463\"\u003eNoucentisme\u003c\/i\u003e sensibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003eWHY IS THIS PIECE AN OPPORTUNITY FOR YOUR COLLECTION?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAutographed Dating and Location (1934):\u003c\/b\u003e The documentary value of the piece is enhanced by the handwritten inscription by the author in the lower right margin: \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"14,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"178\"\u003e\"Camprodon 1934\"\u003c\/i\u003e. This detail anchors it in a key historical moment, just two years before the outbreak of the Spanish Civil War.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Technical Duality:\u003c\/b\u003e The art market greatly values the sketchbooks and drawings of architects for their absolute mastery of proportion. Here we find the perfect balance between the geometry of technical drawing (in the facades and openings) and the expressive freedom of fine art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003eTECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Antoni de Ferrater i Feliu (Barcelona, 1891 - 1959).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTitle \/ Subject:\u003c\/b\u003e Camprodon Landscape \/ Houses among the trees (Noucentista Landscape \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"16,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"74\"\u003epainting\u003c\/i\u003e).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eYear of creation:\u003c\/b\u003e 1934.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTechnique and Medium:\u003c\/b\u003e Original drawing in grease pencil \/ charcoal on drawing paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDocumented Dimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e 12.5 x 16.5 cm (Cabinet format \/ Travel sketch).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,5,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSignature and Inscriptions:\u003c\/b\u003e Titled, dated, and hand-signed \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"16,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"58\"\u003e\"Camprodon 1934 \/ Ferrater\"\u003c\/i\u003e in the lower right corner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,6,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,6,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eStyle \/ Movement:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"16,6,0\" data-index-in-node=\"21\"\u003eNoucentisme\u003c\/i\u003e \/ Structural Realism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,7,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,7,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eProvenance:\u003c\/b\u003e Private collection \/ Gallery fund.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,8,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,8,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/b\u003e Excellent archival quality. The stroke remains firm and stable. The paper support retains its structural integrity, showing the beautiful and uniform warm tone (ivory\/toasted) characteristic of its age and natural aging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003eTHE WORKSHOP'S NOTE\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"18\"\u003eThis sketch transcends the purely aesthetic to become living history. To own this drawing by Ferrater is to hold in your hands an exact fragment of the summer of 1934 in the Catalan Pyrenees. A work small in dimensions but immense in intellectual rigor, essential for the collector specializing in the golden age of Catalan culture and architecture of the turn of the century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"19\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"20\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"20\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eIncludes Collector's Dossier:\u003c\/b\u003e This work is delivered with a research study of the work, prepared and printed by El Taller del Coleccionista, certifying our research and known provenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"El taller del coleccionista","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53485298221389,"sku":null,"price":145.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0904\/1841\/3901\/files\/imagen_2026-03-05_162022484.png?v=1772724028"},{"product_id":"agapito-casas-abarca-marina-con-veleros-carboncillo-original-paisajismo-catalan","title":"AGAPITO CASAS ABARCA | MARINA WITH SAILBOATS | ORIGINAL CHARCOAL | CATALAN LANDSCAPE PAINTING","description":"\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eAGAPITO CASAS ABARCA | SEASCAPE WITH SAILBOATS | ORIGINAL CHARCOAL | CATALAN LANDSCAPE ART\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eThe mastery of Catalan landscape art reduced to its purest and most dramatic essence: light, shadow, and the vastness of the sea. An original atmospheric study from a historic hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eHISTORY AND CURATORIAL ANALYSIS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Monumentality of the Sky and Human Scale\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003eIn this intimate work, Agapito Casas Abarca (1874-1964) foregoes color to confront the landscape with the most honest and demanding tool available: the charcoal stick. Far from being a minor sketch, this drawing demonstrates the undeniable skill of a hand educated in the great academic tradition of the turn of the century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003eThe piece is a prodigious study of atmospheric perspective. The artist divides the composition, giving absolute prominence to an overwhelming and stormy sky. However, the true narrative success lies in the subtle line of the right horizon: two tiny lateen sails navigate against the vastness of the storm. This minimal human detail gives the clouds a titanic scale, imbuing the work with overwhelming romanticism and tension.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Synthesis of Chiaroscuro\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003eWithout the resource of a chromatic palette, the artist suggests the depth of the sea and the physical weight of the clouds solely through contrast. Casas Abarca masterfully uses blending to create the humid density of the horizon, while applying more energetic, dark, and directional strokes to define the movement of the water in the foreground. It is the capture of an ephemeral moment resolved with admirable economy of means.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003eWHY IS THIS PIECE AN OPPORTUNITY FOR YOUR COLLECTION?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMuseum-Quality Signature:\u003c\/b\u003e Agapito Casas Abarca is an illustrious representative of Catalan art from the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Acquiring an original drawing by his hand adds a historically and institutionally significant document to a collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMonochromatic Erudition:\u003c\/b\u003e Collecting graphic works highly values mastery of charcoal. This piece demonstrates that a great master does not need color to evoke the immensity, weight, and light of the Mediterranean.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCabinet Format:\u003c\/b\u003e Its travel sketch dimensions (12.5 x 16.5 cm) concentrate the drama of the scene, demanding intimate and close contemplation from the viewer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003eTECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eArtist:\u003c\/b\u003e Agapito Casas Abarca (Barcelona, 1874 - 1964).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTitle \/ Theme:\u003c\/b\u003e Seascape with sailboats \/ Study of clouds and sea (Romantic Landscape).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eEstimated Period:\u003c\/b\u003e First half of the 20th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTechnique and Support:\u003c\/b\u003e Original charcoal \/ soft graphite drawing on paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDocumented Dimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e 12.5 x 16.5 cm (Cabinet format).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,5,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSignature and Inscriptions:\u003c\/b\u003e Hand-signed \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"16,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"38\"\u003e\"Agapito Casas\"\u003c\/i\u003e in the lower right corner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,6,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,6,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eStyle \/ Movement:\u003c\/b\u003e Atmospheric Realism \/ Catalan Landscape Art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,7,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,7,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eProvenance:\u003c\/b\u003e Private collection \/ Gallery fund.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,8,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,8,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCondition of Preservation:\u003c\/b\u003e Excellent archival quality. The charcoal remains stable and sharp. The noble paper support exhibits the warm toasted tone (cellulose yellowing) inherent to its age, which certifies its period without altering the contrast of the seascape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003eTHE WORKSHOP'S NOTE\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"18\"\u003eAgainst the chromatic noise of contemporary art, this drawing asserts the absolute power of line and shadow. Casas Abarca delivers here the physical \"impression\" of the Catalan coast under a storm. A print endowed with timeless sophistication, ideal for collectors seeking technical purity and the silent history of art on paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"19\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"20\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"20\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eIncludes Collector's Dossier:\u003c\/b\u003e This work comes with a research study of the piece, prepared and printed by El Taller del Coleccionista, certifying our research and the known provenance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"El taller del coleccionista","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53485386891597,"sku":null,"price":135.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0904\/1841\/3901\/files\/DSC_0057_d126a69c-30e1-482a-ae73-4027c4c3928f.jpg?v=1772724905"},{"product_id":"xavier-ubach-bodegon-con-dos-jarrones-acuarela-original-escuela-catalana","title":"XAVIER UBACH | STILL LIFE WITH TWO VASES | ORIGINAL WATERCOLOR | CATALAN SCHOOL","description":"\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eXAVIER UBACH | STILL LIFE WITH TWO VASES | ORIGINAL WATERCOLOR | CATALAN SCHOOL\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eA still life with an overwhelming atmosphere.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eHISTORY AND CURATORIAL ANALYSIS\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe abstraction of the object and the telluric palette\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003eThe still life genre has historically been the laboratory where avant-garde Catalan artists have experimented with composition and color. In this original piece, Xavier Ubach (Terrassa, 1932) deliberately moves away from photographic representation to focus on the \"soul\" and atmosphere of objects.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003eThe composition is austere, forceful, and perfectly balanced. Two ceramic vases or pitchers converse with each other through their organic and complementary forms. Ubach uses a sober and telluric chromatic palette — dominated by earthy tones, fiery ochres, and leaden shadows — very characteristic of the mid-century Catalan school, which sought beauty in expressive restraint rather than visual clamor.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe virtuosity of water and paper reserve\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003eTechnically, the work is a display of watercolor control. The artist does not draw strict outlines but allows color stains to expand and build volume. It is interesting to observe how Ubach uses the \"reserve\" technique (leaving the raw white of the paper unpainted) to tear the stormy background and suggest a dramatic light bathing the scene from above. The dense washes at the base visually anchor the vases, giving them extraordinary physical weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003eWHY IS THIS PIECE AN OPPORTUNITY FOR YOUR COLLECTION?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSynthesis and Modernity:\u003c\/b\u003e Midway between classical figuration and abstraction, this work is perfect for contemporary collections looking for still life from a modern, gestural, and loose brushstroke perspective.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eConsolidated Signature:\u003c\/b\u003e Authenticated by the emphatic handwritten signature \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"15,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"60\"\u003e\"XAVIER UBACH\"\u003c\/i\u003e in the lower right corner, the print is an excellent gateway to collecting Catalan painting of the second half of the 20th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003eTECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eArtist:\u003c\/b\u003e Xavier Ubach (Terrassa, 1932).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTitle \/ Theme:\u003c\/b\u003e Two vases \/ Still life (Synthesis still life).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eEstimated Period:\u003c\/b\u003e Second half of the 20th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTechnique and Support:\u003c\/b\u003e Original fluid watercolor and glazes (\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"17,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"57\"\u003eaguada\u003c\/i\u003e) on high-grammage cotton paper with natural deckled edges.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDocumented Dimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e Approx. 16 x 21.5 cm (Landscape cabinet format).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17,5,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSignature and Inscriptions:\u003c\/b\u003e Hand-signed with a brush \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"17,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"47\"\u003e\"XAVIER UBACH\"\u003c\/i\u003e in the lower right corner.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17,6,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17,6,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eStyle \/ Movement:\u003c\/b\u003e Figurative Expressionism \/ Catalan School.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17,7,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17,7,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eProvenance:\u003c\/b\u003e Private collection \/ Gallery fund.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17,8,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17,8,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/b\u003e Excellent archival quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"18\"\u003eTHE WORKSHOP'S NOTE\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"19\"\u003eThere are still lifes that describe objects and still lifes that describe silences. This watercolor by Ubach undoubtedly belongs to the second category. The raw force of the earth tones contrasted with the fragility of the paper makes it a piece of unquestionable visual magnetism. A cultured acquisition, reserved for the collector who values the weight of the material and the boldness of the loose stroke.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"20\"\u003e\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"21\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"21\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eIncludes Collector's Dossier:\u003c\/b\u003e This artwork comes with a research study of the work, prepared and printed by El Taller del Coleccionista, certifying our research and known provenance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"El taller del coleccionista","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53487192670541,"sku":null,"price":85.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0904\/1841\/3901\/files\/DSC_0095_0d60b59a-69b9-489f-b870-6115a9323e1a.jpg?v=1772732495"},{"product_id":"josep-maria-subirachs-eva-serpiente-tinta","title":"Attributed to Josep Maria Subirachs | Eve and the Serpent (The Original Sin) | Ink Drawing","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe purity of line and classical symbolism in an intimate work linked to the circle of the great master of contemporary Catalan sculpture. A masterful lesson in anatomy and visual synthesis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHistory and Curatorial Analysis\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Versatility of Genius: From Geometry to Sensuality\u003c\/b\u003e When the general public thinks of Josep Maria Subirachs (1927-2014), the monumental geometric and dramatic Sagrada Familia Passion Façade immediately comes to mind. However, this exceptional piece reveals an indispensable facet to understanding the true magnitude of his production and legacy: the absolute mastery of classical drawing and the curved line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis ink drawing addresses one of the great archetypes of art history: the myth of Eve and Original Sin. Far from the heaviness of stone, a continuous, firm line of modulated thickness is used to delineate the sensual anatomy of the lower half of a nude female figure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSymbolism and Economy of Means\u003c\/b\u003e The composition is a triumph of minimalism and iconography. The figure stands gracefully on a fragment of a sphere (symbol of the world or perfection), while at her feet, drawn with the same millimeter-perfect precision, a serpent with open jaws slithers menacingly. No backgrounds, shadows, or dramatic washes are needed; the masterful use of negative space (the white of the paper) and the precision of the line are enough to give the figure sculptural volume and a magnetic presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy is this piece an opportunity for your collection?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eStylistic Rarity (Pure Line):\u003c\/b\u003e In the art market, it is relatively common to find prints or drawings from his angular expressionist period. Owning an ink work that demonstrates such virtuosity with the continuous and classical line is a first-rate curatorial find that adds enormous richness to any collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIconographic Power:\u003c\/b\u003e The theme of Eve and the serpent is directly linked to universal symbolism. It is a work of deep narrative content resolved with extraordinary visual elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTransparency and Investment Value:\u003c\/b\u003e The work features the characteristic block letter inscription, \"SUBIRACHS,\" located in the lower right corner. As the certificate issued by the artist's heirs or foundation is not currently available, the work is cataloged with complete rigor and transparency as \"attributed.\" This allows the collector to acquire a piece of the highest aesthetic quality and evident technical connection to the master at a highly competitive market value.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Sheet\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eArtist:\u003c\/b\u003e Attributed to Josep Maria Subirachs (Barcelona, 1927 - 2014).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTitle \/ Theme:\u003c\/b\u003e Eve and the Serpent \/ Original Sin (Female Nude \/ Symbolism).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eEstimated Period:\u003c\/b\u003e Second half of the 20th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTechnique and Support:\u003c\/b\u003e Monochrome ink drawing on warm-toned drawing paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e 24 x 16.5 cm (Vertical format).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSignature and Inscriptions:\u003c\/b\u003e Features the inscription \"SUBIRACHS\" in the lower right corner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eStyle \/ Movement:\u003c\/b\u003e Neo-figuration \/ Classical Synthesis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eProvenance:\u003c\/b\u003e Private collection \/ Gallery stock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition:\u003c\/b\u003e Excellent archival quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Workshop's Note\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA sculptor draws differently from a painter; their mind always seeks three-dimensional volume. In this print, a simple ink line is made to \"weigh\" and occupy a place in space. A silent, profoundly elegant piece of undeniable academic erudition, reserved for the collector who seeks genius without artifice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIncludes Collector's Dossier:\u003c\/b\u003e This work comes with a research study prepared and printed by El Taller del Coleccionista, certifying our cataloging work, the stylistic argumentation of the attribution (in the absence of an external certificate), and the known provenance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"El taller del coleccionista","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53487198863693,"sku":null,"price":1130.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0904\/1841\/3901\/files\/DSC_0073_82ea625a-07fa-436c-be8d-c5cec52ec418.jpg?v=1772732897"},{"product_id":"anita-sola-imbert-paisaje-rural-con-arboles-dibujo-original-a-tinta-expresionismo-catalan","title":"ANITA SOLÀ IMBERT | RURAL LANDSCAPE WITH TREES | ORIGINAL INK DRAWING | CATALAN EXPRESSIONISM","description":"\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eANITA SOLÀ IMBERT | RURAL LANDSCAPE WITH TREES | ORIGINAL INK DRAWING | CATALAN EXPRESSIONISM\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eThe assertiveness of the stroke and the synthesis of the landscape. An intimate and avant-garde vision of nature, executed with the honesty of thick ink by an artist to be rediscovered in the Catalan school.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eHISTORY AND CURATORIAL ANALYSIS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe synthesis of landscape and the expressionist stroke\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003eThere is a particular magic in studies from nature, those moments of immediacy where the artist must resolve the immensity of the landscape within the confined space of a paper. This exceptional original work by Anita Solà Imbert is a brilliant example of visual translation and modernity. Far from academic rigidity or nineteenth-century detail, this drawing breathes absolute gestural freedom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003eThe artist shies away from fine pen nibs to use a thick, black, and dense drawing tool (possibly reed or brush). This technical decision allows for no doubts or corrections, forcing Solà Imbert into an almost expressionistic synthesis of form. In the foreground, tree trunks rise sculpturally, built with pure ink washes that anchor the composition to the earth; in the background, the undulation of fields and gentle hills is suggested with more horizontal and rhythmic lines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe mastery of \"negative space\"\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003eThe true genius of this print lies in what is not painted. Solà Imbert fully trusts \"negative space\" (the stark white of the support) to suggest blinding light, the volume of foliage, and the expanse of the atmosphere. It is a study of textures and contrasts that transports us to the avant-garde movements of the mid-century, where figuration began to shed the superfluous in search of the structural essence of nature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003eWHY IS THIS PIECE AN OPPORTUNITY FOR YOUR COLLECTION?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eGraphic Robustness:\u003c\/b\u003e Unlike pencil or watercolor, black ink applied with this level of thickness and forcefulness gives the work a magnetic visual presence, capable of holding the gaze from any point in the room despite its intimate format.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eUnique and Direct Work:\u003c\/b\u003e Authenticated by the artist's clear handwritten signature in the lower right corner, the piece is the physical and unalterable record of her hand's movement in front of the landscape, without mechanical intermediaries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003eTECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eArtist:\u003c\/b\u003e Anita Solà Imbert.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTitle \/ Theme:\u003c\/b\u003e Rural landscape with trees (Synthetism \/ Landscape painting).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eEstimated Period:\u003c\/b\u003e 20th Century (Catalan School).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTechnique and Medium:\u003c\/b\u003e Original ink drawing (thick gestural stroke) on warm-toned drawing paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDocumented Dimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e 22 x 16 cm (Vertical cabinet format).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,5,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSignature and Inscriptions:\u003c\/b\u003e Hand-signed \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"16,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"38\"\u003e\"Anita Solà Imbert\"\u003c\/i\u003e with an underlined flourish in the lower right corner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,6,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,6,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eStyle \/ Movement:\u003c\/b\u003e Figurative Expressionism \/ Landscape Avant-garde.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,7,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,7,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eProvenance:\u003c\/b\u003e Private collection (Catalonia) \/ Gallery stock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,8,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,8,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/b\u003e Excellent archival quality. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003eTHE WORKSHOP'S NOTE\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"18\"\u003eA drawing is not an unfinished painting; it is the skeleton of an artist's thought. In this landscape, Anita Solà Imbert demonstrates astonishing visual maturity, stripping the grove down to its rhythmic structure and luminous contrast. A graphically small window in dimensions, but monumental in its intention, reserved for the specialized cabinet seeking strong female artists and strokes with true character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"19\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"20\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"20\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eIncludes Collector's Dossier:\u003c\/b\u003e This work is accompanied by a research study of the piece, prepared and printed by El Taller del Coleccionista, certifying our research and the known provenance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"El taller del coleccionista","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53487213642061,"sku":null,"price":160.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0904\/1841\/3901\/files\/DSC_0060_ba27bd4a-3060-4f21-a5a4-64af1381aa0b.jpg?v=1772733527"},{"product_id":"xavier-ubach-marina-en-carmin-estudio-monocromo-acuarela-original-abstraccion-lirica","title":"XAVIER UBACH | MARINA IN CARMINE (MONOCHROME STUDY) | ORIGINAL WATERCOLOR | LYRICAL ABSTRACTION","description":"\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eXAVIER UBACH | CRIMSON SEASCAPE (MONOCHROME STUDY) | ORIGINAL WATERCOLOR | LYRICAL ABSTRACTION\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eThe delicacy of wind and sea captured in an unreal monochromatic atmosphere.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eCURATORIAL HISTORY AND ANALYSIS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe challenge of monochrome and lyrical abstraction\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003eIn this exceptional piece, Xavier Ubach invites us on a direct journey into lyrical abstraction. The marine landscape here sheds all accessories, all narrative anecdotes, to reveal its purest essence. Through self-limitation to a strictly monochromatic palette—based on an intense and vibrant carmine or magenta tone—the artist achieves an atmosphere of profound reverie and serenity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003eThe silhouettes of the three sailboats, rendered with fluid, vertical, and confident brushstrokes, seem to emerge like mirages from a luminous haze. There is no defined horizon line; the sky and sea merge into a single atmospheric entity, creating a sense of slow movement that inherits the spirit of the great Romantic seascapes but is resolved with a language of absolute modernity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe behavior of water and the noble support\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003eTechnically, the work is a triumph of the expansion of the aqueous medium. The choice of high-quality cotton paper is not accidental; its texture allows the watercolor to work almost autonomously, creating subtle gradients, expansions, and glazes that simulate the reflection of light on water. Ubach demonstrates his mastery by allowing the \"reserves\" (the raw white of the support) to breathe and become the powerful focal points of light that tear through the sky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003eWHY IS THIS PIECE AN OPPORTUNITY FOR YOUR COLLECTION?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMonochrome Erudition:\u003c\/b\u003e Restricting the palette to a single color is one of the most demanding exercises for a painter, as it forces the artist to build depth and volume solely through the intensity of the stain. It is a piece of high intellectual caliber for collectors of graphic art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBibliophilia Quality (Deckle Edges):\u003c\/b\u003e The support is a noble watercolor paper that proudly displays its natural \"deckle edges\" (irregular edges) on the left and upper margins, a tactile characteristic highly coveted in the market for works on paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eEstablished Signature:\u003c\/b\u003e The work bears the clear autograph signature \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"14,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"67\"\u003e\"XAVIER UBACH\"\u003c\/i\u003e in the lower right corner, guaranteeing the authorship of a reputable figure from the contemporary Catalan School.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003eTECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eArtist:\u003c\/b\u003e Xavier Ubach (Terrassa, 1932).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTitle \/ Theme:\u003c\/b\u003e Crimson Seascape \/ Sails in the Fog (Lyrical Abstraction \/ Seascape).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eEstimated Period:\u003c\/b\u003e Second half of the 20th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTechnique and Support:\u003c\/b\u003e Original fluid watercolor (monochrome) on heavy cotton paper with visible deckle edges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDocumented Dimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e Approx. 16 x 23 cm (Horizontal cabinet format).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,5,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSignature and Inscriptions:\u003c\/b\u003e Hand-signed with brush \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"16,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"47\"\u003e\"XAVIER UBACH\"\u003c\/i\u003e in the lower right corner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,6,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,6,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eStyle \/ Movement:\u003c\/b\u003e Lyrical Abstraction \/ Catalan School.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,7,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,7,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eProvenance:\u003c\/b\u003e Private collection \/ Gallery collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,8,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,8,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/b\u003e Excellent archival quality. The carmine pigments retain formidable saturation and contrast. The support is sound, free from oxidation or structural damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003eTHE WORKSHOP'S NOTE\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"18\"\u003ePainting the sea without using blue is a statement of intent. Ubach doesn't want us to see the water; he wants us to feel the humidity, the breeze, and the immensity of the space. This monochrome seascape is a highly sophisticated visual refuge, designed to enrich the walls of a discerning collector who values synthesis and the boldness of contemporary brushwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"19\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"20\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"20\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eIncludes Collector's Dossier:\u003c\/b\u003e This work comes with a research study of the piece, prepared and printed by El Taller del Coleccionista, certifying our research and the known provenance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"El taller del coleccionista","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53487218590029,"sku":null,"price":85.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0904\/1841\/3901\/files\/DSC_0001_04.jpg?v=1772733850"},{"product_id":"jordi-arenas-el-sonido-de-la-luz-joven-musico-tinta-original-y-pigmento-expresionismo-catalan","title":"JORDI ARENAS | THE SOUND OF LIGHT (YOUNG MUSICIAN) | ORIGINAL INK AND PIGMENT | CATALAN EXPRESSIONISM","description":"\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eJORDI ARENAS | THE SOUND OF LIGHT (YOUNG MUSICIAN) | ORIGINAL INK AND PIGMENT | CATALAN EXPRESSIONISM\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eAn original drawing of extraordinary dynamism where Jordi Arenas manages to capture the intangibility of music through a resounding burst of golden light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eCURATORIAL HISTORY AND ANALYSIS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eVisual synesthesia and frenetic strokes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003eAt the heart of Jordi Arenas i Clavell's (1920-1998) artistic production lies a constant search to capture pure emotion and movement. This drawing, fully dated 1969, is an exceptional piece from his creative maturity. Depicting a young man engrossed in playing a traditional wind instrument (possibly a \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"9\" data-index-in-node=\"355\"\u003egralla\u003c\/i\u003e or flute), Arenas uses an overwhelmingly dynamic, almost frenetic black ink stroke, based on crisscrossing lines that seem to physically vibrate on the paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003eThe boy's face, concentrated, serene and with melancholic features, masterfully contrasts with the explosiveness of the streaked atmosphere that surrounds him, creating a visual tension inherited from the best figurative expressionism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe materialization of sound: the metallic gleam\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003eThe aesthetic discovery and differentiating element of this print is the striking application of brilliant pigment (probably \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"12\" data-index-in-node=\"127\"\u003egouache\u003c\/i\u003e or metallic bronze\/gold ink) in the left margin. This star-shaped form is not a decorative resource; it is pure \"synesthesia.\" It is the plastic representation of sound, a musical note emanating from the instrument and tearing through space. Arenas's technique here is audacious: he allows the black ink to narrate the anatomy, while the metallic gleam narrates the acoustic magic of the moment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003eWHY IS THIS PIECE AN OPPORTUNITY FOR YOUR COLLECTION?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMuseum Signature:\u003c\/b\u003e Jordi Arenas is an undisputed figure of 20th-century Catalan art, whose legacy is preserved by the Mataró Museum. Owning an original by him means incorporating an institutional signature into a private collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAutographed Dating (1969):\u003c\/b\u003e The work features the bold capital signature \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"14,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"77\"\u003e\"JORDI ARENAS\"\u003c\/i\u003e and the exact date \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"14,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"110\"\u003e\"1969\"\u003c\/i\u003e handwritten in the lower right corner, ensuring its authenticity and placing it in a decade of great graphic experimentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eConceptual Erudition:\u003c\/b\u003e The representation of sound through abstract metallic stain elevates this genre sketch to the category of an intellectual essay on the limits of drawing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003eTECHNICAL SHEET\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eArtist:\u003c\/b\u003e Jordi Arenas i Clavell (Mataró, 1920 - 1998).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTitle \/ Theme:\u003c\/b\u003e Young Musician \/ The Sound of Light (Genre scene \/ Synesthesia).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eYear of creation:\u003c\/b\u003e 1969.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTechnique and Support:\u003c\/b\u003e Original black ink drawing (crossed gestural stroke) with bronze\/gold metallic pigment intervention on paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDocumented Dimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e Approx. 21.5 x 15 cm (Vertical cabinet format).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,5,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSignature and Inscriptions:\u003c\/b\u003e Signed and hand-dated \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"16,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"48\"\u003e\"JORDI ARENAS \/ 1969\"\u003c\/i\u003e in the lower right margin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,6,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,6,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eStyle \/ Movement:\u003c\/b\u003e Figurative Expressionism \/ Catalan School.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,7,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,7,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eProvenance:\u003c\/b\u003e Private collection \/ Gallery stock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,8,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,8,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/b\u003e Excellent period condition. The ink retains all its graphic strength and the metallic pigment maintains its reflective quality. The cellulosic support shows a beautiful and uniform toasted tone (patina of time) that attests to its historical authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003eWORKSHOP NOTE\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"18\"\u003eDrawing silence is difficult, but drawing sound is a challenge reserved only for great masters. Jordi Arenas orchestrates a concert of urgent lines and golden lights on this paper, demonstrating that academic rigor can and should coexist with the most absolute expressive freedom. A graphic jewel for the collector who seeks vibration and vital pulse in art on paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"19\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"20\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"20\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCollector's Dossier Included:\u003c\/b\u003e This work is delivered with a research study of the work, prepared and printed by El Taller del Coleccionista, certifying our research and known provenance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"El taller del coleccionista","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53487222849869,"sku":null,"price":195.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0904\/1841\/3901\/files\/DSC_0333_04.jpg?v=1772734066"},{"product_id":"ramon-sunyer-orquesta-unio-armonica-liceu-boceto-original-modernismo-catalan","title":"RAMON SUNYER | UNIÓ ARMÒNICA ORCHESTRA (LICEU) | ORIGINAL SKETCH | CATALAN MODERNISM","description":"\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eRAMON SUNYER | ORQUESTA UNIÓ ARMÒNICA (LICEU) | ORIGINAL SKETCH | CATALAN MODERNISM\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eThe perfect union between the goldsmithery of line work and Barcelona's musical history. An exceptional original sketch documenting the graphic virtuosity of Modernism and the prestige of the Gran Teatre del Liceu.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eHISTORY AND CURATORIAL ANALYSIS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Calligraphy of a Goldsmith and \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"33\"\u003eArt Nouveau\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003eThis work represents an extraordinary documentary find: an advertising design (sketch for a poster or program) attributed to the hand of the celebrated goldsmith, jeweler, and artist Ramon Sunyer i Clarà (1889-1963). The piece advertises the \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"9\" data-index-in-node=\"229\"\u003e\"Orquesta Unió Armònica\"\u003c\/i\u003e, an illustrious ensemble composed of professors from the emblematic Gran Teatre del Liceu in Barcelona.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003eThe first thing that catches the eye of an expert collector is the superb plasticity of its typography. Far from being an accessory element, the lettering is the true heart of the design. Each letter seems to be chiseled with the precision of a jeweler, displaying the full catalog of the best \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"10\" data-index-in-node=\"299\"\u003eArt Nouveau\u003c\/i\u003e: elongated proportions, organic curves, and intertwined finials that give the text a musicality of its own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Allegory of the Inexhaustible Fountain\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003eBalancing the weight of the typography, Sunyer places a delicate female figure of Greco-Latin inspiration on the left margin. This muse or classical allegory holds an amphora from which she pours a continuous stream of water into a pond — a beautiful Modernist symbol representing the inexhaustible source of inspiration and musical harmony. The integration of the black ink line with subtle watercolor washes in sky blue, pink, and green tones creates an ethereal atmosphere, characteristic of a Barcelona that breathed total art in every discipline.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003eWHY IS THIS PIECE AN OPPORTUNITY FOR YOUR COLLECTION?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eInstitutional Historical Link:\u003c\/b\u003e The Gran Teatre del Liceu is an institution of global prestige. Any original graphic document directly related to its professors and official history has an extremely loyal and specialized market of collectors and historians.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eRarity of the Signature:\u003c\/b\u003e Although Ramon Sunyer is revered for his work in avant-garde silver and jewelry, his designs and sketches on paper are rare and scarce in the open market, making this note a highly coveted asset.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTypographic Virtuosity:\u003c\/b\u003e The collecting of graphic arts and poster design greatly values manual period \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"14,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"107\"\u003elettering\u003c\/i\u003e. This work is a masterful lesson in Modernist typographic design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003eTECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Attributed to Ramon Sunyer i Clarà (Barcelona, 1889 - 1963).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTitle \/ Subject:\u003c\/b\u003e Design for the Orquesta Unió Armònica \/ Professors of the Gran Teatre del Liceu (Musical Poster Design \/ Classical Allegory).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eEstimated Period:\u003c\/b\u003e Early 20th century (Modernist Era).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTechnique and Support:\u003c\/b\u003e Original drawing in black ink and watercolor washes on paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDocumented Dimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e 25 x 16.5 cm (Vertical cabinet format).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,5,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSignature and Inscriptions:\u003c\/b\u003e Hand-signed \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"16,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"38\"\u003e\"R. Suñer\"\u003c\/i\u003e in the lower right corner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,6,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,6,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eStyle \/ Movement:\u003c\/b\u003e Catalan Modernism \/ \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"16,6,0\" data-index-in-node=\"42\"\u003eArt Nouveau\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,7,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,7,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eProvenance:\u003c\/b\u003e Private collection \/ Gallery fund.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,8,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,8,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/b\u003e Excellent archival quality. The support is sound, and the print retains the crisp clarity of Indian ink in perfect contrast with the softness of the watercolor glazes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003eTHE WORKSHOP'S NOTE\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"18\"\u003eThere are drawings that are read and texts that are contemplated. This work achieves the perfect fusion of both disciplines. It is a fragment of the living history of music in Catalonia, captured in an intimate format by a master of meticulous design. A must-have acquisition for scholars of performing arts, bibliophiles, and lovers of pioneering graphic design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"19\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"20\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"20\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eIncludes Collector's Dossier:\u003c\/b\u003e This work comes with a research study of the piece, prepared and printed by El Taller del Coleccionista, certifying our research and the known provenance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"El taller del coleccionista","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53487327969613,"sku":null,"price":345.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0904\/1841\/3901\/files\/DSC_0294_03.jpg?v=1772734772"}],"url":"https:\/\/eltallerdelcoleccionista.com\/en\/collections\/historias-sobre-papel.oembed?page=2","provider":"El taller del coleccionista","version":"1.0","type":"link"}