Fran Gonzalez (1959) - Anchorage 2 (XXL)

Anchorage 2 (XXL)

Theme: "Anchorage 2" (XXL) forms part of the artistic research of Contemporary Gilding, focused on reinterpretation of gilding as a language of contemporary luxury, where gold leaf and silver leaf (imitations or authentic) are used as expressive and symbolic material, beyond their ornamental value.

"Anchorage 2" is a large-scale work, elegant and colorful. Its richness of textures, strong presence and Symbolist aesthetics are designed to fill any interior space with magic and warmth.

Technique: Acrylic and Gold on synthetic canvas. Application of several layers of imitation gold and silver leaf with acid patinas.
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On gilding techniques: The traditional gilding technique consists of applying very thin sheets of metal (gold, silver, imitation gold (i.e., bronze), aluminum, copper, etc.) on any artistic surface (wood, metal, ceramics, textiles, etc.).
Contemporary Gilding: Contemporary gilding techniques are unique and exclusive to Fran González and originate from the experimental philosophy of 20th-century contemporary art, which has been developed over more than 40 years of professional career, and which bring to the works qualities that make them radiate a magical light that permeates the space where they are exhibited.
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Shipping: packaged rolled protected - UPS 2-4 days service with tracking code
Dimensions: 152 cm x 76 cm. (XXL)
Hand-signed on the reverse Fran González, by @contemporarygilding
Year 2026
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Fran González (Spain, 1959) is a contemporary artist who works gilding techniques from a current perspective. Under the name "Contemporary Gilding" he explores the contrast between the material and the symbolic through unique works and limited series.
González’s career began in 1982 when, after studying Engineering at the Polytechnic University of Madrid, he decided to devote himself full-time to Sculpture and Ceramics. He studied Art at the School of Fine Arts of Madrid, the Official School of Ceramics of Madrid and participated in various Contemporary Art Workshops at the Circulo de Bellas Artes in Madrid with contemporary artists as relevant as Julian Schnabel, Eva Lootz, Juan Hidalgo and Valcárcel Medina, between 1982 and 1990.
Although his development has been mainly self-taught, Fran González has achieved since the beginning of his career various national and international prizes and recognitions. Thanks to having resided in several European countries, his works are in private collections in France, the Netherlands, Germany, Belgium, Italy, Sweden, the United Kingdom and Ireland and the USA.
More extensive information about his work and career can be found by using Google with the tags "Fran Gonzalez" and "Contemporary Gilding".
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Fran González in the media:
(Article about FG in the European Portal of Craftsmanship "Mad´in Europe" (Extracts))

"Fran(cisco) González is a ceramist, sculptor, painter and contemporary gilder whose practice unites traditional craft with innovative technique. With more than four decades of experience, his work reflects a continuous dialogue between material, process and inspiration. His main gilding method, used about 80% of the time, is water gilding, which he chooses for its lower toxicity and sustainability, especially when working indoors...

Much of Francisco’s work is inspired by archaeological artifacts and ancient cultures. Whether Greeks, Etruscans, Phoenicians, Romans, Chinese, Japanese, or the rich hybrid culture of the Arabs in Spain, his fascination lies not only in the forms and techniques of the past, but in the emotional resonance they carry. This emotional depth permeates his ceramics, gilded sculptures and even his evolving work in jewelry design.
This curiosity led him to prehistoric origins and, little by little, to experimenting with new materials and shapes..."