Marcus de Vestele (1941-2024) - Composition abstraite lyrique - 1970
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Marcus de Vestele (1941-2024), Belgian artist, original mixed-media work titled Composition abstraite lyrique - 1970, 51.5 × 37 cm, created in 1978, signed by hand, unframed, provenance Atelier de l’artiste.
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Title: Marcus de Vestele (1941-2024) - Abstract composition in black ink - Mixed media on paper, circa 1970
Artist: Marcus de Vestele (1941-2024)
Title of the work: Abstract composition
Date: Circa 1970
Technique: China ink and wash on paper
Dimensions: 51.5 × 37 cm
Condition: Overall good condition. Sold unframed.
Signature: Artist’s stamp on the back (studio stamp).
Provenance: Studio of the artist Marcus de Vestele.
Description:
Rare black-and-white abstract composition by Marcus de Vestele (circa 1970). This powerful work in china ink and wash reveals a free and dramatic gesturality with organic shapes, energetic lines, and strong contrasts.
It testifies to the artist’s exploration of a more expressionist and lyrical language, parallel to his colorful Cobra compositions.
Authentic piece from the studio's archive, showing a more intimate and graphic facet of his creation.
Artist biography:
Marcus de Vestele (1941-2024) is a Belgian artist best known as a sculptor working in marble (Carrara, Bardiglio…), but he also developed a powerful pictorial production that was for a long time confidential and is now highly sought after.
Deeply influenced by the Cobra movement, he creates works that combine spontaneity of the gesture, expressive force, and exploration of organic forms. His inks and washes from the 1970s, like this composition, reveal a more meditative and dramatic aspect of his work, where black and white convey a raw and lyrical energy.
Pieces directly from the studio occupy a unique place in Belgian art of the second half of the 20th century, combining sculptural rigor with pictorial freedom.
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 composition in black ink - Mixed media on paper, circa 1970
Artist: Marcus de Vestele (1941-2024)
Title of the work: Abstract composition
Date: Circa 1970
Technique: China ink and wash on paper
Dimensions: 51.5 × 37 cm
Condition: Overall good condition. Sold unframed.
Signature: Artist’s stamp on the back (studio stamp).
Provenance: Studio of the artist Marcus de Vestele.
Description:
Rare black-and-white abstract composition by Marcus de Vestele (circa 1970). This powerful work in china ink and wash reveals a free and dramatic gesturality with organic shapes, energetic lines, and strong contrasts.
It testifies to the artist’s exploration of a more expressionist and lyrical language, parallel to his colorful Cobra compositions.
Authentic piece from the studio's archive, showing a more intimate and graphic facet of his creation.
Artist biography:
Marcus de Vestele (1941-2024) is a Belgian artist best known as a sculptor working in marble (Carrara, Bardiglio…), but he also developed a powerful pictorial production that was for a long time confidential and is now highly sought after.
Deeply influenced by the Cobra movement, he creates works that combine spontaneity of the gesture, expressive force, and exploration of organic forms. His inks and washes from the 1970s, like this composition, reveal a more meditative and dramatic aspect of his work, where black and white convey a raw and lyrical energy.
Pieces directly from the studio occupy a unique place in Belgian art of the second half of the 20th century, combining sculptural rigor with pictorial freedom.
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)
Sold with frame
No
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Owner or reseller
Edition
Original
Title of artwork
Composition abstraite lyrique - 1970
Technique
Mixed media
Signature
Hand signed
Country of origin
Belgium
Year
1978
Condition
Good condition
Height
37 cm
Width
51.5 cm
Depiction/theme
Portrait
Style
Cobra
Period
1970-1980
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