Naif School (XX) - NO RESERVE - Mediterranean Collage
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Mediterranean Collage, a mixed‑media artwork from Spain, dated 1990–2000.
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Description from the seller
CONTEMPORARY SCHOOL
LATE 20TH CENTURY – EARLY 21ST CENTURY
- Mediterranean Collage -
THE WATERMELON AND THE LIZARD
- Figurative composition of naif character and contemporary decorative language
- Mixed media with collage on canvas
- 61 × 38 cm
• School: Contemporary
• Author: Anonymous
• Proposed chronology: Late 20th century – early 21st century
• Title: The Watermelon and the Lizard
• Technique: Mixed media and collage on canvas
• Dimensions of the work: 61 × 38 cm
• Frame: The work is delivered unframed
[The work will be professionally packaged to measure, with reinforced protection, a double box, and insured shipping.]
Original vertical composition with naif and expressive character, built through simple, colorful, and highly decorative iconography.
The scene combines a flower pot with a climbing plant, a large watermelon slice, and a lizard ascending the central stem. The upper blue background contrasts with the warm white of the lower area, reinforcing the graphic reading of the shapes.
1. COMPOSITION AND ICONOGRAPHY
The work is organized into two clearly differentiated registers. In the upper part appears a pot in earthy tones, covered by cut leaves and a watermelon slice in a vivid red.
In the lower part, the lizard introduces a narrative and playful note. Its ascent along the plant visually unites both zones of the composition and adds movement to the whole.
The motif combines nature, fruit, and animal in a scene that looks spontaneous, almost childish, but built with a clear decorative intention.
2. TECHNIQUE AND CONTEMPORARY LANGUAGE
The painting combines bold black outlines, flat color, applied texture, and visible collage elements on the leaves of the plant.
Curved lines and spirals provide rhythm to the composition, while the contrast between blue, red, green, and white creates a direct image with strong visual presence.
The result relates to contemporary figuration with naif sensitivity, where drawing, texture, and color prevail over realistic representation.
3. CONDITION
The work shows signs of use and age coherent with its technique: small surface irregularities, scuffs, minor losses, and occasional wear visible especially in the light background and some areas of the collage.
These elements do not impede a proper reading of the composition nor affect its strong decorative impact.
It is recommended to carefully review all photographs, which are an essential part of the description.
4. SHIPMENT
The work is delivered unframed and will be professionally packaged to measure, with reinforced protection, a double box, and insured shipping.
International shipping is carried out from a specialized logistics center. Preparation and dispatch are typically completed within approximately three business days after payment confirmation.
Any possible shipping surcharges for destinations with higher rates within the European Union, insular territories, remote zones, or non-EU countries must be borne by the buyer.
Seller's Story
Barcelona Art Gallery
Barcelona Art Gallery is made up of several artistic spaces based in the Les Corts district, Barcelona, specializing in old master painting, modern painting, decorative art, and European patrimonial pieces.
We regularly collaborate with dealers, antique dealers, galleries, and private collectors from across Europe, which allows us to offer a continuous, curated, and varied selection of works for our international bidders and buyers.
Our catalog focuses mainly on high-era European painting from the 18th, 19th, and 20th centuries: oils, Spanish, Catalan, French, Italian, and Central European painting, as well as religious works, landscapes, portraits, genre scenes, academic painting, Impressionism, modern and decorative works.
In addition to our auction activity, we work and collaborate with interior designers, decorators, galleries, collectors, film and theater production professionals, creative studios, and cultural sector professionals seeking pieces with character for specific projects.
We are open to professional collaborations related to art, interior design, set design, collecting, decoration, audiovisual projects, commercial spaces, and the recovery of patrimonial pieces.
Each work is presented with a clear, prudent, and honest description, accompanied by detailed photographs that are an essential part of the lot information. We work with bespoke professional packaging, a specialized logistics center, and insured international shipping.
From Barcelona, we select works with history, presence, and a distinctive identity for collectors, interior designers, gallery owners, creative professionals, and art lovers from around the world.
Translated by Google TranslateCONTEMPORARY SCHOOL
LATE 20TH CENTURY – EARLY 21ST CENTURY
- Mediterranean Collage -
THE WATERMELON AND THE LIZARD
- Figurative composition of naif character and contemporary decorative language
- Mixed media with collage on canvas
- 61 × 38 cm
• School: Contemporary
• Author: Anonymous
• Proposed chronology: Late 20th century – early 21st century
• Title: The Watermelon and the Lizard
• Technique: Mixed media and collage on canvas
• Dimensions of the work: 61 × 38 cm
• Frame: The work is delivered unframed
[The work will be professionally packaged to measure, with reinforced protection, a double box, and insured shipping.]
Original vertical composition with naif and expressive character, built through simple, colorful, and highly decorative iconography.
The scene combines a flower pot with a climbing plant, a large watermelon slice, and a lizard ascending the central stem. The upper blue background contrasts with the warm white of the lower area, reinforcing the graphic reading of the shapes.
1. COMPOSITION AND ICONOGRAPHY
The work is organized into two clearly differentiated registers. In the upper part appears a pot in earthy tones, covered by cut leaves and a watermelon slice in a vivid red.
In the lower part, the lizard introduces a narrative and playful note. Its ascent along the plant visually unites both zones of the composition and adds movement to the whole.
The motif combines nature, fruit, and animal in a scene that looks spontaneous, almost childish, but built with a clear decorative intention.
2. TECHNIQUE AND CONTEMPORARY LANGUAGE
The painting combines bold black outlines, flat color, applied texture, and visible collage elements on the leaves of the plant.
Curved lines and spirals provide rhythm to the composition, while the contrast between blue, red, green, and white creates a direct image with strong visual presence.
The result relates to contemporary figuration with naif sensitivity, where drawing, texture, and color prevail over realistic representation.
3. CONDITION
The work shows signs of use and age coherent with its technique: small surface irregularities, scuffs, minor losses, and occasional wear visible especially in the light background and some areas of the collage.
These elements do not impede a proper reading of the composition nor affect its strong decorative impact.
It is recommended to carefully review all photographs, which are an essential part of the description.
4. SHIPMENT
The work is delivered unframed and will be professionally packaged to measure, with reinforced protection, a double box, and insured shipping.
International shipping is carried out from a specialized logistics center. Preparation and dispatch are typically completed within approximately three business days after payment confirmation.
Any possible shipping surcharges for destinations with higher rates within the European Union, insular territories, remote zones, or non-EU countries must be borne by the buyer.
Seller's Story
Barcelona Art Gallery
Barcelona Art Gallery is made up of several artistic spaces based in the Les Corts district, Barcelona, specializing in old master painting, modern painting, decorative art, and European patrimonial pieces.
We regularly collaborate with dealers, antique dealers, galleries, and private collectors from across Europe, which allows us to offer a continuous, curated, and varied selection of works for our international bidders and buyers.
Our catalog focuses mainly on high-era European painting from the 18th, 19th, and 20th centuries: oils, Spanish, Catalan, French, Italian, and Central European painting, as well as religious works, landscapes, portraits, genre scenes, academic painting, Impressionism, modern and decorative works.
In addition to our auction activity, we work and collaborate with interior designers, decorators, galleries, collectors, film and theater production professionals, creative studios, and cultural sector professionals seeking pieces with character for specific projects.
We are open to professional collaborations related to art, interior design, set design, collecting, decoration, audiovisual projects, commercial spaces, and the recovery of patrimonial pieces.
Each work is presented with a clear, prudent, and honest description, accompanied by detailed photographs that are an essential part of the lot information. We work with bespoke professional packaging, a specialized logistics center, and insured international shipping.
From Barcelona, we select works with history, presence, and a distinctive identity for collectors, interior designers, gallery owners, creative professionals, and art lovers from around the world.
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Artist
Naif School (XX) - NO RESERVE
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Edition
Original
Title of artwork
Mediterranean Collage
Technique
Mixed media
Signature
Hand signed
Country of origin
Spain
Condition
Good condition
Height
61 cm
Width
38 cm
Weight
2 kg
Depiction/theme
Nature
Style
Naive Art
Period
1990-2000
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