Attributed to Josep Maria Subirachs | Eve and the Serpent (The Original Sin) | Ink Drawing

The 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.

History and Curatorial Analysis

The Versatility of Genius: From Geometry to Sensuality 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.

This 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.

Symbolism and Economy of Means 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.

Why is this piece an opportunity for your collection?

• Stylistic Rarity (Pure Line): 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.

• Iconographic Power: 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.

• Transparency and Investment Value: 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.

Technical Sheet

• Artist: Attributed to Josep Maria Subirachs (Barcelona, 1927 - 2014).

• Title / Theme: Eve and the Serpent / Original Sin (Female Nude / Symbolism).

• Estimated Period: Second half of the 20th century.

• Technique and Support: Monochrome ink drawing on warm-toned drawing paper.

• Dimensions: 24 x 16.5 cm (Vertical format).

• Signature and Inscriptions: Features the inscription "SUBIRACHS" in the lower right corner.

• Style / Movement: Neo-figuration / Classical Synthesis.

• Provenance: Private collection / Gallery stock.

• Condition: Excellent archival quality.

The Workshop's Note

A 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.

Includes Collector's Dossier: 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.