Marcus de Vestele (1941-2024) - Composition Cobra figurative - 1975
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Marcus de Vestele (1941–2024), Composition Cobra figurative - 1975, watercolour on paper with ink and gouache, 56.5 × 45 cm, painted in 1975, original edition, signed, in very good condition and unframed, Belgian origin from the Cobra-inspired period.
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Marcus de Vestele (1941-2024)
Figurative Cobra composition
Watercolor, ink and gouache on paper, circa 1975
Signature: studio stamp on the back “Marcus de Vestele – Atelier de l’artiste”
Dimensions: 56.5 × 45 cm
Sold unframed
Condition: Very good overall. Tiny foxing at the corners.
Provenance: Artist’s studio of Marcus de Vestele.
Beautiful and large figurative Cobra composition by Marcus de Vestele, datable to circa 1975.
On a dominant, wide, bright yellow background, a set of anthropomorphic shapes and stylized objects unfolds, rendered in a warm palette of reds, browns and ochres.
The silhouettes, halfway between human figures and elements of still life, are built from broad brushstrokes that are expressive, nervy and spontaneous. Black and gray accents rhythm the composition and give it a strong gestural presence.
The gesture is free, instinctive and full of energy. The balance between abstraction and figuration, the warmth of the colors and the vitality of the line perfectly illustrate the Cobra movement’s spirit cherished by the artist: spontaneity, expressive force and the joy of painting.
Biography
Marcus de Vestele (1941-2024) is a major Belgian artist, recognized primarily as a marble sculptor (notably in Carrara and with Bardiglio marble).
Alongside his sculptural practice, he developed throughout his life an important pictorial production, long remained confidential and today highly sought after by collectors.
Strongly influenced by the Cobra movement (Karel Appel, Asger Jorn, Pierre Alechinsky, Corneille, Constant…), Marcus de Vestele drew inspiration from it to create abstract-figurative compositions of great expressive power.
His watercolors and paintings on paper from the 1970s are characterized by a spontaneous line, bright and saturated colors, simplified anthropomorphic figures and a communicative joy of painting.
His pictorial works combine the discipline and mastery of the sculptor with the lyrical and gestural explosion inherent to Cobra. Directly from the studio, this body of work on paper constitutes an essential and singular facet of his oeuvre, occupying a unique place in Belgian art of the second half of the 20th century.
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 TranslateMarcus de Vestele (1941-2024)
Figurative Cobra composition
Watercolor, ink and gouache on paper, circa 1975
Signature: studio stamp on the back “Marcus de Vestele – Atelier de l’artiste”
Dimensions: 56.5 × 45 cm
Sold unframed
Condition: Very good overall. Tiny foxing at the corners.
Provenance: Artist’s studio of Marcus de Vestele.
Beautiful and large figurative Cobra composition by Marcus de Vestele, datable to circa 1975.
On a dominant, wide, bright yellow background, a set of anthropomorphic shapes and stylized objects unfolds, rendered in a warm palette of reds, browns and ochres.
The silhouettes, halfway between human figures and elements of still life, are built from broad brushstrokes that are expressive, nervy and spontaneous. Black and gray accents rhythm the composition and give it a strong gestural presence.
The gesture is free, instinctive and full of energy. The balance between abstraction and figuration, the warmth of the colors and the vitality of the line perfectly illustrate the Cobra movement’s spirit cherished by the artist: spontaneity, expressive force and the joy of painting.
Biography
Marcus de Vestele (1941-2024) is a major Belgian artist, recognized primarily as a marble sculptor (notably in Carrara and with Bardiglio marble).
Alongside his sculptural practice, he developed throughout his life an important pictorial production, long remained confidential and today highly sought after by collectors.
Strongly influenced by the Cobra movement (Karel Appel, Asger Jorn, Pierre Alechinsky, Corneille, Constant…), Marcus de Vestele drew inspiration from it to create abstract-figurative compositions of great expressive power.
His watercolors and paintings on paper from the 1970s are characterized by a spontaneous line, bright and saturated colors, simplified anthropomorphic figures and a communicative joy of painting.
His pictorial works combine the discipline and mastery of the sculptor with the lyrical and gestural explosion inherent to Cobra. Directly from the studio, this body of work on paper constitutes an essential and singular facet of his oeuvre, occupying a unique place in Belgian art of the second half of the 20th century.
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 figurative - 1975
Technique
Watercolour painting
Signature
Signed
Country of origin
Belgium
Year
1975
Condition
Good condition
Height
56.5 cm
Width
45 cm
Depiction/theme
Portrait
Style
Cobra
Period
1970-1980
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