Karl Alinghi - LA PISCINE - XXL

"THE POOL" - Limited Edition 1/20 - Plexiglas 120x80cm (Catawiki Exclusive)

Exceptionally low reserve price for the launch of this series no. 1/20 on Premium media

This bold photographic work is a celebration of the human form magnificently elevated by a monochrome, textured environment.

Delivery time: about 2 weeks


CRITICAL NOTE:
The work is configured as a rigorous formal and geometric exploration of the naked body lying down, seamlessly continuing the tradition of 20th-century investigative photography. Presented in a monumental format of 120x80 cm and printed on Plexiglas, the photograph gains unique three-dimensionality and brilliance: the reflective support enhances the metallic tones of the skin and the depth of the shadows, transforming the image into a contemporary art object with strong conceptual and installational impact.

The aesthetic rigor and delicacy of the work are sealed by its exceptional rarity, being an exclusive edition limited to only 25 numbered copies, a factor that firmly positions its value on the avant-garde art collecting market.

Through the adoption of a subtle black-and-white with calibrated contrasts, amplified by the glossy Plexiglas finish, the author strips the figure of any narrative contingency to elevate it to the status of a pure perspective study. The inverted zenithal framing establishes a specular vanishing line, where the body develops symmetrically along the central axis, guiding the viewer’s gaze from the materiality of the face in the foreground to the geometric convergence of the extremities.

The large scale of the work amplifies this sense of horizontality, plunging the viewer into an immersive and almost sculptural dimension. Conceptually, the image articulates a dialectic between the geometric rigor of the mat patterns and the organic fluidity of the human body, sublimated by droplets of water that catch the light like micro-refraction points.

This studied confrontation between the graphic texture of the background and the smoothness of the epidermis shifts the heart of the work from traditional nudity toward an aesthetic reflection on pure forms and the harmony of proportions. The result is a work of extraordinary formal balance, where the choice of a contemporary support and the strictly limited edition of 25 copies define its uniqueness and visual sophistication.

Plexiglas 120x80 cm: A rigid, glossy support that intensifies contrasts and gives a luxurious, modern look.

Ready to hang: Equipped with a hook on the back.

Exclusive: Limited worldwide edition to 25 copies.

Copy: no. 01 / 25.
Signature: Manually signed and numbered by the artist on the back. + COA

Delivery time: about 2 weeks

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Logistics & Commitment

Quality: The work is checked and signed by the artist in his studio before shipping.
Delivery: Shipped in reinforced packaging specific to fragile materials. Certificate of Authenticity (COA) on paper signed included in the package.

Delivery time: about 2 weeks
Note on fees: Due to the fragility of Plexiglas, multiple purchases will be shipped in separate boxes.

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Note: unlike standard paper prints shipped in tubes, this work is made on a large-format rigid Plexiglas support. To guarantee its integrity, a reinforced special packaging with corner protectors and double-wall cardboard is used. The shipping cost reflects the quality and security necessary for an art object of this value.

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Born in Switzerland in 1996, Alinghi developed an early passion for photography. He later formalized his approach by pursuing university studies in photography and was quickly recognized by his peers, winning several prizes for the quality of his work.

The artist defines himself as an eclectic photographer, but his work focuses mainly on two distinct areas: artistic nude photography and motorsports.
In his work around the female form, he seeks to capture the essence of beauty both wild and raw and a serene harmony. His goal is to highlight these subtle contrasts through the development of dedicated photographic series.

The artist presents his work on his website and typically organizes one solo exhibition per year to share his latest creations.

"The photographer strives to explore the body in its natural environment, seeking authenticity and emotion rather than mere aesthetics." U.G.

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