James Coignard (1925-2008) - Personnage assis
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James Coignard (1925–2008) – Personnage assis, mixed media on cardboard, 46 × 33 cm, signed and framed, original edition, 1980, portrait in an abstract lyrique style, France.
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James COIGNARD (1925-2008) – "Personnage assis"
The icon of French informal art: a work of texture and signs
THE WORK: A condensate of modernity
In this "Personnage assis", James Coignard gives us the quintessence of his style: a dialogue between the human figure and raw matter. Here, the cardboard is not just a support; it is a sculptural element. The artist engraves, overlays and structures his mixed technique to create a surface rich in reliefs and emotions.
The austere silhouette, surrounded by his famous codes and signs (numbers, traces, scratches), evokes a modernity that is both archaic and contemporary. It is a work that does not simply invite a gaze; it asserts its physical presence.
WHY THIS WORK IS A STRATEGIC CHOICE?
Renowned Signature: Present at MoMA (New York), the Guggenheim and the Centre Pompidou, Coignard is a safe bet on the post-war art market.
Mastery of Material: Unlike lithographs, this original mixed technique offers impasto and unique textures that catch the light exceptionally.
Sought-After Aesthetics: The contrast between neutral tones and deep black accents makes it an easy piece to integrate into a high-level collection or a designer interior.
Traceability: The work is clearly signed and representative of its mature period, the most coveted by collectors.
TECHNICAL SHEET
Artist: James COIGNARD (1925-2008).
Title: Personnage assis.
Technique: Mixed media on cardboard.
Dimensions: 46 x 33 cm.
Signature: Signed lower right.
Country: France (International reach).
Period: 1980s-1990s (Maturity).
Style: Lyric Abstraction / Informal Art.
Condition: Excellent conservation state. Sold with its simple and modern wooden frame.
James Coignard is one of the few artists whose market value is firmly established in Europe and the United States: he combines museum-worthy signature with a powerful aesthetic. It is a smart investment for a mid-term value appreciation.
James COIGNARD (1925-2008) – "Personnage assis"
The icon of French informal art: a work of texture and signs
THE WORK: A condensate of modernity
In this "Personnage assis", James Coignard gives us the quintessence of his style: a dialogue between the human figure and raw matter. Here, the cardboard is not just a support; it is a sculptural element. The artist engraves, overlays and structures his mixed technique to create a surface rich in reliefs and emotions.
The austere silhouette, surrounded by his famous codes and signs (numbers, traces, scratches), evokes a modernity that is both archaic and contemporary. It is a work that does not simply invite a gaze; it asserts its physical presence.
WHY THIS WORK IS A STRATEGIC CHOICE?
Renowned Signature: Present at MoMA (New York), the Guggenheim and the Centre Pompidou, Coignard is a safe bet on the post-war art market.
Mastery of Material: Unlike lithographs, this original mixed technique offers impasto and unique textures that catch the light exceptionally.
Sought-After Aesthetics: The contrast between neutral tones and deep black accents makes it an easy piece to integrate into a high-level collection or a designer interior.
Traceability: The work is clearly signed and representative of its mature period, the most coveted by collectors.
TECHNICAL SHEET
Artist: James COIGNARD (1925-2008).
Title: Personnage assis.
Technique: Mixed media on cardboard.
Dimensions: 46 x 33 cm.
Signature: Signed lower right.
Country: France (International reach).
Period: 1980s-1990s (Maturity).
Style: Lyric Abstraction / Informal Art.
Condition: Excellent conservation state. Sold with its simple and modern wooden frame.
James Coignard is one of the few artists whose market value is firmly established in Europe and the United States: he combines museum-worthy signature with a powerful aesthetic. It is a smart investment for a mid-term value appreciation.
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Artist
James Coignard (1925-2008)
Sold with frame
Yes
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Owner or reseller
Edition
Original
Title of artwork
Personnage assis
Technique
Mixed media
Signature
Hand signed
Country of origin
France
Year
1980
Condition
Excellent condition
Height
46 cm
Width
33 cm
Depiction/theme
Portrait
Style
Abstract
Period
1980-1990
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