FRANCESC TODÓ | SALA DALMAU | HISTORY OF GALERIES | ORIGINAL LITHOGRAPH (72/100)

A carefully crafted original lithograph that pays homage to the legendary Barcelona gallery, capturing the essence of Todó's gentle post-cubism in a strictly limited edition, numbered and signed by the author.

HISTORY AND CURATORIAL ANALYSIS

The mastery of synthesis and cultural memory

In this work, Francesc Todó (Barcelona, 1922 - 2016) establishes himself as the great lyrical chronicler of Catalan cultural life. Titled "Sala Dalmau," the print pays a heartfelt tribute to one of the most emblematic institutions of Barcelona's gallery scene, a space intimately linked to the consecration of figurative avant-garde art. Through his unmistakable language of post-cubist synthesis, Todó strips urban architecture of its noise and heaviness, transforming the gallery's facade into an exquisite exercise in serenity, order, and geometric proportion.

Visual narrative and the mastery of reflection

Compared to previous proofs, this definitive example displays all its chromatic and narrative maturity. The composition stands out for a masterful visual play of "picture within a picture," showing the works exhibited inside the showcase. However, the true technical feat lies in the treatment of the glass panes: through a subtle superposition of cool inks (cobalt blue and sky blue), Todó manages to capture the reflection of trees and street light on the gallery's glass. This optical illusion endows the seemingly flat facade with unexpected depth and vital pulse, perfectly balanced by the tonal accents in the moldings and classical capitals.

WHY IS THIS PIECE AN OPPORTUNITY FOR YOUR COLLECTION?

• Condition: The print is preserved in optimal conditions. Printed on high-grammage lithographic paper, it maintains its structural integrity intact, with pigment absorption that retains one hundred percent of the vibrancy and balance of its original palette.

• Historical and Artistic Relevance: Part of a strict edition of 100 copies (this being 72/100), the work bears the artist's autograph validation. It is a tangible piece of Barcelona's contemporary art history, ideal for scholars and lovers of classic gallery art.

• Aesthetic Potential: The sophistication of its pastel tones and the gentle rigor of its geometry make it a visually very serene piece. It is extremely versatile, capable of adding an undeniable accent of intellectuality and elegance to any contemporary space.

TECHNICAL DATA SHEET

• Author: Francesc Todó (Barcelona, 1922 - 2016).

• Title / Theme: Sala Dalmau (Facade of the historic art gallery).

• Period: Contemporary Art (Lyrical and post-cubist figuration).

• Technique and Support: Original lithograph on high-grammage art paper.

• Edition / Print Run: Limited edition of 100 copies. Copy 72 / 100.

• Dimensions: Support (Paper): 29 x 33 cm.

• Signature and Inscriptions: Signed "Todó" and numbered "72/100" by hand in pencil in the lower margin.

• Provenance: Private collection.

• Condition: Very good. Intact paper with clean margins and excellent saturation of the lithographic inks.

THE WORKSHOP'S NOTE

The great differentiating value of this definitive edition is the astonishing technical resolution of the reflections in the glass. Todó's ability to suggest the exterior (the trees and the street atmosphere) reflected in the gallery's showcase, using exclusively flat inks, demonstrates absolute mastery of the lithographic medium. It is a well-rounded, impeccably executed work that encapsulates the master's respect and elegance for the art of gallery exhibition.

Collector's Dossier Included: 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.