Maite González | Mirrored Anemone Branch | Original Engraving (Unique Edition 1/1)

A contemporary still life of exceptional tactile and visual quality. This original print, cataloged as a unique piece (1/1), stands out for its deep embossing work on Guarro paper, offering a modern and textured reinterpretation of the classic floral motif.

History and Curatorial Analysis

Texture as a narrative element

Dated 2008, this work by Maite González transcends traditional graphics thanks to a masterful use of relief. Visual analysis of the piece reveals a calcographic printing technique that incorporates marked embossing (dry relief on paper). This technical resource not only defines the outlines of the vase and the background mirror, but also gives the work an almost sculptural quality. Ambient light interacts with these indentations, creating a play of shadows that brings the composition to life and makes the paper cease to be a mere support to become an active part of the work.

Composition and chromatism

The title handwritten by the artist, Ram d'anèmones emmirallat (Bouquet of mirrored anemones), gives us the key to understanding the space. The still life is not presented flat, but rather dialogues with its own reflection in the curved mirror that dominates the background. The color palette has been applied with great subtlety, probably by à la poupée inking (direct color application on the plate), achieving an organic contrast between the purple, carmine and green tones of the anemones and the raw whites and textured grays of the background.

Why is this piece an opportunity for your collection?

• Absolute Exclusivity (1/1 Edition): Unlike serialized graphic works, the "1/1" inscription guarantees that this is a unique print. It is an unrepeatable piece, which multiplies its value for the collector compared to large editions.

• Material Quality: Printed on heavy Guarro paper, the work displays its original "deckle edges" (the natural irregular edges of handmade paper), a detail much appreciated in bibliophilia and the collecting of fine prints.

• Museum Mounting: The "box" or floating frame respects the integrity of the entire sheet, allowing the paper's edge and its texture to be appreciated without the mat obscuring it.

Technical Data Sheet

• Artist: Maite González.

• Title / Theme: Ram d'anèmones emmirallat (Contemporary Still Life).

• Period: 2008.

• Technique and Support: Calcographic engraving with embossing and color illumination on Guarro paper.

• Edition: 1/1 (Unique proof).

• Dimensions: 39 x 40 cm (paper) | 48 x 49 cm (with frame).

• Signature and Inscriptions: Titled, numbered "1/1", signed and dated "Maite González '08" in pencil on the lower margin.

• Provenance: Secondary art market, private collection.

• Condition: Excellent. The thick paper support is immaculate, with no foxing or folds. The embossing relief retains all its depth. The frame is solid and appropriate for the work.

• Inspection Guarantee: 14-day guaranteed return to inspect the work in person.

The Workshop's Note

Contemporary graphic art reaches its peak when the artist understands paper not as a blank canvas, but as malleable material. This work by Maite González is a perfect example of this. The combination of the unique edition, the high-quality paper, and the subtle use of color make it a piece of great technical maturity. It is an ideal graphic painting for spaces that seek detail, serenity, and technical sophistication, inviting the viewer to come closer to discover the complex relief hidden in its lines.

Includes Collector's Dossier: This work comes with a comprehensive research study, technical data sheet, and context of the printing technique prepared and printed by El Taller del Coleccionista.