Modest Cuixart Tàpies (1925-2007) - La dama

Pictura Galeria presents this magnificent lithograph belonging to Modest Cuixart, which represents the imaginative portrait of a woman surrounded by an exuberant headdress full of shapes and colors that symbolize creativity, fantasy and artistic elegance.

· Lithography dimensions: 73.5x52x1 cm.
· Lithograph hand-signed by the artist on the lower left.
· Limited edition 127/200.
· The piece is in good condition.

The work comes from an exclusive private collection in Girona.

Important note: the photographs included are an integral part of the lot description.

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Shipping will be carried out by Correos or GLS with tracking. International shipping is available.

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This painting presents the stylized portrait of a female figure emerging from the background with an elegant and theatrical presence. The woman's face occupies the center of the composition and becomes the immediate focal point of the image. Her expression is serene and enigmatic, with a slight smile suggesting confidence and sophistication. The eyes, heavily defined, direct the gaze toward the viewer with a mix of mystery and magnetism, creating a direct connection that lends character and personality to the portrait.

The face is framed by an extraordinary hair structure that unfolds as an artistic composition in itself. The hair is not presented in a conventional way, but adopts broad and dynamic shapes that seem to expand to the sides as if they were decorative or fantastical elements. Within this structure appear shapes, colors and details that evoke feathers, fruits, flowers or small imaginary creatures, creating a kind of fantastic headdress that combines nature, imagination and ornamentation. This hair composition turns the head of the figure into a visual explosion of color and movement.

The female figure features delicate features that contrast with the exuberance of the surrounding decorative ensemble. The fair complexion stands out against the darker tones that envelop the neck and bust, creating a contrast that reinforces her presence within the scene. The lips softly colored add warmth to the whole, while the shadows around the eyes intensify the depth of the gaze. The elongated, elegant neck adds a sense of sophistication and stylization reminiscent of elegant portraits inspired by theatrical or symbolic imagery.

Around the figure appear spots, strokes and splashes of color that spread seemingly spontaneously. These elements create a dynamic and vibrant atmosphere that surrounds the protagonist as if it were a creative energy expanding. The colors mix and overlap in different directions, generating a sense of expressive freedom that contrasts with the serenity of the face. This combination of control and spontaneity gives the work great visual vitality.

The light background allows all elements to stand out strongly, creating a balanced composition between figure, ornamentation and space. The scene seems to move between the real and the imaginary, between the portrait and fantasy, giving rise to an image that celebrates creativity and individual identity. The woman appears not only as a portrayed character but as an almost symbolic figure embodying imagination, elegance and artistic freedom. Overall. The work represents a woman with an enigmatic expression surrounded by an elaborate fantastical headdress full of shapes and colors, creating a vibrant portrait that combines elegance, imagination and expressive strength.