Marcus de Vestele (1941-2024) - Composition Cobra aux trois figures - 1978
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Belgian artist Marcus de Vestele (1941–2024) presents Composition Cobra aux trois figures, 1978, an aquarelle on paper (55 × 47 cm), signed “Marcus 78” and in good condition, unframed.
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Title: Marcus de Vestele (1941-2024) - Abstract Cobra composition with three figures - Mixed media on paper, 1978
Artist: Marcus de Vestele (1941-2024)
Title of the work: Composition with three figures
Date: 1978 (signed “Marcus 78” at the bottom right)
Technique: Mixed media on paper (watercolor, ink and gouache)
Dimensions: 55 × 47 cm
Condition: Overall good condition. Some stains visible in the photos (typical of works on paper and the artist’s aqueous techniques).
Sold unframed.
Signature: Signed “Marcus 78” at the bottom right.
Provenance: Studio of the artist Marcus de Vestele.
Description:
Vibrant Cobra composition by Marcus de Vestele dated 1978. On an intense yellow background, three stylized and dynamic figures (in gray/black, blue and red) come to life with strong gestural energy. The work perfectly captures the Cobra movement’s spirit: spontaneity, pure colors, simplification of forms, and expressive vitality.
A mature piece that illustrates the artist’s passionate dialogue with the Cobra heritage.
Biography of the artist:
Marcus de Vestele (1941-2024) is a Belgian artist primarily recognized as a marble sculptor (Carrara, Bardiglio…), but he also developed a significant pictorial production that remained confidential for a long time and is now highly sought after.
Deeply influenced by the Cobra movement (Karel Appel, Asger Jorn, Pierre Alechinsky, Corneille…), he drew inspiration from it to create abstract-figurative compositions full of strength and freedom. His paintings and works on paper are characterized by a vivid palette, spontaneous gesture, and simplified anthropomorphic figures that express a vital and organic energy.
His studio produced authentic works that attest to this double talent: sculptural rigor combined with the explosive freedom of Cobra painting.
His pictorial pieces from the 1970s, like this one, are especially appreciated for their freshness and direct connection to the post-war European heritage.
Seller's Story
About SR Fine Art
With nearly 28 years of experience in the art market, I am passionate about rediscovering artists’ studios and bringing their works to a wide audience on Catawiki.
I specialize in Belgian and European modern and contemporary art. My flagship collection is the studio archive of Robert Detheux (nearly 1,500 works on paper). I also offer surrealist drawings, beautiful abstract paintings from the 1950s, magnificent nude photographs by Michel Pinel, contemporary paintings, Cobra compositions, and works by Marcus de Vestele, Gundi Falk, René Mels, Eugène Eechaut and many others.
From intimate drawings to large formats, there is something for every taste and every budget. The vast majority of my auctions start at 1 € with no reserve price, giving everyone the chance to acquire unique pieces.
Every shipment is prepared with the utmost care using professional museum-quality packaging to ensure perfect condition upon arrival.
Join my growing community of satisfied clients and follow my new auctions to discover rare works from these exceptional studios.
Thank you for your trust and happy bidding!
SR Fine Art
Translated by Google TranslateTitle: Marcus de Vestele (1941-2024) - Abstract Cobra composition with three figures - Mixed media on paper, 1978
Artist: Marcus de Vestele (1941-2024)
Title of the work: Composition with three figures
Date: 1978 (signed “Marcus 78” at the bottom right)
Technique: Mixed media on paper (watercolor, ink and gouache)
Dimensions: 55 × 47 cm
Condition: Overall good condition. Some stains visible in the photos (typical of works on paper and the artist’s aqueous techniques).
Sold unframed.
Signature: Signed “Marcus 78” at the bottom right.
Provenance: Studio of the artist Marcus de Vestele.
Description:
Vibrant Cobra composition by Marcus de Vestele dated 1978. On an intense yellow background, three stylized and dynamic figures (in gray/black, blue and red) come to life with strong gestural energy. The work perfectly captures the Cobra movement’s spirit: spontaneity, pure colors, simplification of forms, and expressive vitality.
A mature piece that illustrates the artist’s passionate dialogue with the Cobra heritage.
Biography of the artist:
Marcus de Vestele (1941-2024) is a Belgian artist primarily recognized as a marble sculptor (Carrara, Bardiglio…), but he also developed a significant pictorial production that remained confidential for a long time and is now highly sought after.
Deeply influenced by the Cobra movement (Karel Appel, Asger Jorn, Pierre Alechinsky, Corneille…), he drew inspiration from it to create abstract-figurative compositions full of strength and freedom. His paintings and works on paper are characterized by a vivid palette, spontaneous gesture, and simplified anthropomorphic figures that express a vital and organic energy.
His studio produced authentic works that attest to this double talent: sculptural rigor combined with the explosive freedom of Cobra painting.
His pictorial pieces from the 1970s, like this one, are especially appreciated for their freshness and direct connection to the post-war European heritage.
Seller's Story
About SR Fine Art
With nearly 28 years of experience in the art market, I am passionate about rediscovering artists’ studios and bringing their works to a wide audience on Catawiki.
I specialize in Belgian and European modern and contemporary art. My flagship collection is the studio archive of Robert Detheux (nearly 1,500 works on paper). I also offer surrealist drawings, beautiful abstract paintings from the 1950s, magnificent nude photographs by Michel Pinel, contemporary paintings, Cobra compositions, and works by Marcus de Vestele, Gundi Falk, René Mels, Eugène Eechaut and many others.
From intimate drawings to large formats, there is something for every taste and every budget. The vast majority of my auctions start at 1 € with no reserve price, giving everyone the chance to acquire unique pieces.
Every shipment is prepared with the utmost care using professional museum-quality packaging to ensure perfect condition upon arrival.
Join my growing community of satisfied clients and follow my new auctions to discover rare works from these exceptional studios.
Thank you for your trust and happy bidding!
SR Fine Art
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Artist
Marcus de Vestele (1941-2024)
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Edition
Original
Title of artwork
Composition Cobra aux trois figures - 1978
Technique
Watercolour painting
Signature
Hand signed
Country of origin
Belgium
Year
1978
Condition
Good condition
Height
47 cm
Width
55 cm
Depiction/theme
Portrait
Style
Cobra
Period
1970-1980
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