{"product_id":"josep-m-ª-draper-escena-taurina-el-ruedo-tauromaquia-contemporanea-aguafuerte-original-30-65","title":"JOSEP M.ª DRAPER | BULLFIGHTING SCENE (THE BULLRING) | CONTEMPORARY BULLFIGHTING | ORIGINAL ETCHING (30\/65)","description":"\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eJOSEP M.ª DRAPER | BULLFIGHTING SCENE (THE ARENA) | CONTEMPORARY BULLFIGHTING | ORIGINAL ETCHING (30\/65)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eThe tension and choral atmosphere of the bullfight captured in an exquisite print from a very limited edition. A graphic gem conceived for the purist collector of bullfighting art.\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\"\u003eObservation from behind the barrera and the choral scene\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eThis original intaglio print shows us the enormous versatility of the Catalan master Josep M.ª Draper. The composition places us in the middle of the bullfight, but avoiding frontal statism to offer a highly original framing: the point of view from the alley or the barrera. In the foreground, the imposing figure of a bullfighter with his back to us acts as a visual frame, inevitably guiding the viewer's perspective towards the interior of the arena. There, a rich choral scene unfolds where several bullfighters interact, preparing themselves, an arena worker smoothing the sand, and, in the shadows of the background, the sketched figure of the bull facing another bullfighter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe mastery of chiaroscuro and intaglio incision\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003eOn a technical level, Draper once again displays his superb mastery of the etching needle. It is fascinating to observe how the characteristic cross-hatching defines the weight and embroidery of the bullfighter's suit of lights in the foreground. This dense shading work contrasts spectacularly with the luminosity of the center of the arena and the dark shadows projected in the upper stands, giving the work exceptional spatial depth and atmosphere.\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\"\u003eStrictly Limited Edition (High Rarity):\u003c\/b\u003e The immense curatorial appeal of this print lies in its very short worldwide print run. This is copy number 30 of an edition limited to only 65 copies. This marked scarcity guarantees not only its rarity, but also perfect clarity and definition in the lines transferred by the copper matrix.\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\"\u003eNarrative and Documentary Richness:\u003c\/b\u003e By moving away from individual portraiture and presenting a panoramic view that includes peons, assistants, and arena staff, the work becomes a valuable customary document about the liturgy and the \"ecosystem\" of bullfighting.\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\"\u003eNoble Support and Visual Elegance:\u003c\/b\u003e The work rests on excellent heavy cotton paper that maintains its generous margins. The proportion of the reduced plate mark in the center of the wide paper gives the piece undeniable visual sophistication, ideal for framing with a deep passe-partout in offices or libraries.\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 Josep M.ª Draper.\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 Bullfighting scene in the arena \/ Bullfighters (Contemporary Bullfighting).\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 Support:\u003c\/b\u003e Original etching 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=\"14,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eEdition \/ Print Run:\u003c\/b\u003e Limited worldwide edition of 65 copies. Copy \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"69\"\u003e30 \/ 65\u003c\/b\u003e.\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\"\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e Support (Paper): 35 x 28.5 cm | Plate Mark: 12.5 x 16 cm.\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 Numbered \"30\/65\" in pencil in the lower left margin and hand-signed \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"14,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"106\"\u003e\"Draper\"\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=\"14,6,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,6,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eProvenance:\u003c\/b\u003e Gallery stock \/ Private collection.\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 Excellent. Museum quality. Intact paper, free of oxidation stains and with perfect intaglio contrast.\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\"\u003e The great differentiating value of this etching is its narrative capacity. Draper makes us privileged spectators; by placing that forceful figure with his back to us in the foreground, he invites us to look over the barrera with him. It is an atmospheric print, executed with impeccable technical skill, that elegantly completes this superb quartet of bullfighting graphics.\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 a comprehensive 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":53471016812877,"sku":null,"price":65.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0904\/1841\/3901\/files\/DSC_0237_7f617107-0522-484f-85c3-937654677736.jpg?v=1772586885","url":"https:\/\/eltallerdelcoleccionista.com\/en\/products\/josep-m-%c2%aa-draper-escena-taurina-el-ruedo-tauromaquia-contemporanea-aguafuerte-original-30-65","provider":"El taller del coleccionista","version":"1.0","type":"link"}