Rafael Canogar (1954) - Ucrania
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Rafael Canogar (1954) created Ucrania, a lithograph in a limited edition (edition 100) from 2022, on Canson Edition paper (66 x 51 cm; printing size 54 x 45 cm), hand signed, in excellent condition, origin Spain, sold by Gallery, weight 0.2 kg.
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ABOUT THE PRINT
- Litograph on Canson Edition paper, natural white 320 gr.
- Paper size: 66x51
- Printing size: 54x45
ABOUT THE ARTWORK
Rafael Canogar’s abstract litograph is a tribute to the flag and people of Ukraine.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Rafael Canogar (born in Toledo, Spain, in 1935) is widely recognized as one of the most influential Spanish abstract artistsy From a very young age, he became associated with the avant-garde movements that sought to renew Spanish art after the Spanish Civil War. In 1957, he co-founded El Paso, a groundbreaking artistic group that included artists such as Antonio Saura, Manolo Millares, and Luis Feito. This collective played a decisive role in introducing informalism and abstract expressionism into Spain, positioning the country within the international art scene during a period of political and cultural isolation under Franco’s dictatorship.
Canogar’s early works were deeply rooted in informal abstraction, characterized by gestural brushstrokes, material experimentation, and an expressive use of color and texture. By the 1960s, however, his artistic language evolved toward figurative abstraction, often incorporating references to social and political issues, with themes of oppression and conflict subtly emerging in his compositions. His later work reflects a balance between formal research and humanistic concerns, combining abstraction with figurative elements in order to explore the complexity of contemporary life.
Over the decades, Canogar has exhibited internationally, with solo and group shows in Europe, the United States, and Latin America. His work is represented in major collections, including the Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía in Madrid, the Guggenheim Museum in New York, and the Museum of Modern Art in Paris. He has also received significant recognition, such as the National Award for Plastic Arts in Spain (1982).
Today, Canogar is regarded as a master of Spanish abstract art whose career reflects both a personal evolution and the broader development of modern Spanish painting. His work continues to influence new generations of artists.
Seller's Story
Flecha es una de las galerías especializadas en arte contemporáneo con más tradición de Madrid, con más de 35 años de historia. Cuenta con una de las colecciones de arte contemporáneo español más completas del panorama nacional, incluyendo obra fotográfica, pictórica, escultórica, obra gráfica y técnicas mixtas.
ABOUT THE PRINT
- Litograph on Canson Edition paper, natural white 320 gr.
- Paper size: 66x51
- Printing size: 54x45
ABOUT THE ARTWORK
Rafael Canogar’s abstract litograph is a tribute to the flag and people of Ukraine.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Rafael Canogar (born in Toledo, Spain, in 1935) is widely recognized as one of the most influential Spanish abstract artistsy From a very young age, he became associated with the avant-garde movements that sought to renew Spanish art after the Spanish Civil War. In 1957, he co-founded El Paso, a groundbreaking artistic group that included artists such as Antonio Saura, Manolo Millares, and Luis Feito. This collective played a decisive role in introducing informalism and abstract expressionism into Spain, positioning the country within the international art scene during a period of political and cultural isolation under Franco’s dictatorship.
Canogar’s early works were deeply rooted in informal abstraction, characterized by gestural brushstrokes, material experimentation, and an expressive use of color and texture. By the 1960s, however, his artistic language evolved toward figurative abstraction, often incorporating references to social and political issues, with themes of oppression and conflict subtly emerging in his compositions. His later work reflects a balance between formal research and humanistic concerns, combining abstraction with figurative elements in order to explore the complexity of contemporary life.
Over the decades, Canogar has exhibited internationally, with solo and group shows in Europe, the United States, and Latin America. His work is represented in major collections, including the Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía in Madrid, the Guggenheim Museum in New York, and the Museum of Modern Art in Paris. He has also received significant recognition, such as the National Award for Plastic Arts in Spain (1982).
Today, Canogar is regarded as a master of Spanish abstract art whose career reflects both a personal evolution and the broader development of modern Spanish painting. His work continues to influence new generations of artists.
Seller's Story
Flecha es una de las galerías especializadas en arte contemporáneo con más tradición de Madrid, con más de 35 años de historia. Cuenta con una de las colecciones de arte contemporáneo español más completas del panorama nacional, incluyendo obra fotográfica, pictórica, escultórica, obra gráfica y técnicas mixtas.
Details
Artist
Rafael Canogar (1954)
Sold by
Gallery
Edition
Limited edition
Edition number
100
Title of artwork
Ucrania
Technique
Lithograph
Signature
Hand signed
Country of Origin
Spain
Year
2022
Condition
Excellent condition
Height
66 cm
Width
51 cm
Weight
0.2 kg
Style
Abstract
Period
2020+
Sold with frame
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