Paco Cabeza (XX) - Hello
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Paco Cabeza, Hello, mixed media on original canvas, 81 x 81 cm, Spain, 1990–2000, signed by hand, Original edition, in excellent condition.
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Paco Cabeza (20th/21st Century) - "Hello" - Informalist Contemporary School - Mixed media on canvas
This striking large-format work, titled "Hello" and signed on the back by the artist Paco Cabeza, constitutes an excellent exponente of informalism and contemporary abstract expressionism with a Spanish-rooted sensibility. The piece stands out for its material richness and a gestural composition of great plastic maturity, well suited for contemporary art collections or cutting-edge interior design projects.
On a purely visual level, the canvas is structured as an overlapping of planes and chromatic fields where a palette of severe and sober tones predominates: cement grays, deep blacks, earth tones, and subtle ochre glazes. However, the dramatic tension of the painting explodes in the upper left area, where the author introduces a vigorous and concentrated cobalt blue accent that functions as a magnet for the gaze, breaking the neutrality of the background. The technical execution demonstrates a very physical and direct temperament on the support: Cabeza masterfully combines energetic brushstrokes with the use of the spatula, controlled drips and sgraffito that reveal the underlying layers, achieving a surface of rich tactile quality and visual tridimensionality.
Due to its almost square format and generous dimensions, this painting behaves as a superb statement piece. Its timeless abstract elegance has the capacity to preside over and completely transform the atmosphere of any contemporary space, becoming a focal decorative element of strong formal presence.
Technical Sheet
Author: Paco Cabeza.
Title: Hello.
Technique: Mixed media on original canvas.
Dimensions: 81 x 81 cm.
Signature: Signed, titled, and documented with the artist’s original measurements and handwriting on the back of the canvas.
Condition: Excellent overall condition. The pictorial layer is fully stable, with no pigment losses, craquelure, or material gaps. The impastos retain all their relief and original strength. The canvas maintains proper tension on the original pinewood stretcher.
The photographs are an integral and binding part of the description of the painting’s condition; please review them carefully. Please note that colors may vary slightly depending on your screen settings. If the work includes a frame, it is provided as a courtesy at no extra charge and will not be a basis for any claim in case of accidental damage during transport. A professional, high-security packaging and tracked shipping are guaranteed. The price of shipping outside Europe may vary according to the destination. Any customs duties or import taxes, if they exist, are the sole responsibility of the buyer.
Seller's Story
At El Taller del Coleccionista we are dedicated to the recovery and selection of graphic and pictorial works, spanning from the 19th century to contemporary avant-garde, with particular attention to the Catalan School.
We select pieces with character that add value to any space or collection. We know that the physical care of the artwork is fundamental, so we guarantee professional, secure, and tailor-made packaging for the maximum protection of each lot during shipment.
Translated by Google TranslatePaco Cabeza (20th/21st Century) - "Hello" - Informalist Contemporary School - Mixed media on canvas
This striking large-format work, titled "Hello" and signed on the back by the artist Paco Cabeza, constitutes an excellent exponente of informalism and contemporary abstract expressionism with a Spanish-rooted sensibility. The piece stands out for its material richness and a gestural composition of great plastic maturity, well suited for contemporary art collections or cutting-edge interior design projects.
On a purely visual level, the canvas is structured as an overlapping of planes and chromatic fields where a palette of severe and sober tones predominates: cement grays, deep blacks, earth tones, and subtle ochre glazes. However, the dramatic tension of the painting explodes in the upper left area, where the author introduces a vigorous and concentrated cobalt blue accent that functions as a magnet for the gaze, breaking the neutrality of the background. The technical execution demonstrates a very physical and direct temperament on the support: Cabeza masterfully combines energetic brushstrokes with the use of the spatula, controlled drips and sgraffito that reveal the underlying layers, achieving a surface of rich tactile quality and visual tridimensionality.
Due to its almost square format and generous dimensions, this painting behaves as a superb statement piece. Its timeless abstract elegance has the capacity to preside over and completely transform the atmosphere of any contemporary space, becoming a focal decorative element of strong formal presence.
Technical Sheet
Author: Paco Cabeza.
Title: Hello.
Technique: Mixed media on original canvas.
Dimensions: 81 x 81 cm.
Signature: Signed, titled, and documented with the artist’s original measurements and handwriting on the back of the canvas.
Condition: Excellent overall condition. The pictorial layer is fully stable, with no pigment losses, craquelure, or material gaps. The impastos retain all their relief and original strength. The canvas maintains proper tension on the original pinewood stretcher.
The photographs are an integral and binding part of the description of the painting’s condition; please review them carefully. Please note that colors may vary slightly depending on your screen settings. If the work includes a frame, it is provided as a courtesy at no extra charge and will not be a basis for any claim in case of accidental damage during transport. A professional, high-security packaging and tracked shipping are guaranteed. The price of shipping outside Europe may vary according to the destination. Any customs duties or import taxes, if they exist, are the sole responsibility of the buyer.
Seller's Story
At El Taller del Coleccionista we are dedicated to the recovery and selection of graphic and pictorial works, spanning from the 19th century to contemporary avant-garde, with particular attention to the Catalan School.
We select pieces with character that add value to any space or collection. We know that the physical care of the artwork is fundamental, so we guarantee professional, secure, and tailor-made packaging for the maximum protection of each lot during shipment.
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Artist
Paco Cabeza (XX)
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Edition
Original
Title of artwork
Hello
Technique
Mixed media
Signature
Hand signed
Country of origin
Spain
Condition
Excellent condition
Height
81 cm
Width
81 cm
Style
Abstract
Period
1990-2000
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