Marcus de Vestele (1941-2024) - Belle Composition gestuelle Cobra
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Marcus de Vestele, Belle Composition gestuelle Cobra, mixed media on paper, 50 × 37.5 cm, dated circa 1975, signed, original edition, from the artist's workshop, in good condition.
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Marcus de Vestele (1941-2024)
Gestural Cobra Composition
Watercolor, ink and wash on paper, circa 1975
Signature:
Workshop seal on the back “Marcus de Vestele – Atelier de l’artiste”
Dimensions: 50 × 37.5 cm
Sold unframed
Condition:
Good overall condition. Some light signs of age and marginal stains, consistent with a workshop piece from the 1970s.
Provenance: Artist’s workshop of Marcus de Vestele.
Description:
Beautiful gestural Cobra composition by Marcus de Vestele, created around 1975.
The work unfolds a universe of organic and abstract forms dominated by a bright, deep blue, contrasted by black and gray washes. Barely anthropomorphic silhouettes, circles and fluid masses intertwine in a free, spontaneous rhythm. The line is expressive, color fields generous, contours simplified.
The treatment remains typically Cobra: pure gesture, primitive energy, and a constant tension between figuration and abstraction. The whole exudes a strong visual presence, both dynamic and poetic.
A luminous work and characteristic of Marcus de Vestele’s paper production in the 1970s, directly from the artist’s studio.
Biography
Marcus de Vestele (1941-2024) is a major Belgian artist, mainly recognized as a marble sculptor (notably in Carrara and with Bardiglio marble). Alongside his sculptural practice, he developed throughout his life a substantial pictorial production, long kept 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 paper works from the 1970s are characterized by spontaneous line, free gestural energy, and a constant tension between figuration and abstraction.
His drawings, washes and gouaches combine the rigor of the sculptor with the lyrical and gestural explosion inherent to Cobra. Directly from the studio, this paper production constitutes an essential and singular facet of his oeuvre, occupying a distinct 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)
Gestural Cobra Composition
Watercolor, ink and wash on paper, circa 1975
Signature:
Workshop seal on the back “Marcus de Vestele – Atelier de l’artiste”
Dimensions: 50 × 37.5 cm
Sold unframed
Condition:
Good overall condition. Some light signs of age and marginal stains, consistent with a workshop piece from the 1970s.
Provenance: Artist’s workshop of Marcus de Vestele.
Description:
Beautiful gestural Cobra composition by Marcus de Vestele, created around 1975.
The work unfolds a universe of organic and abstract forms dominated by a bright, deep blue, contrasted by black and gray washes. Barely anthropomorphic silhouettes, circles and fluid masses intertwine in a free, spontaneous rhythm. The line is expressive, color fields generous, contours simplified.
The treatment remains typically Cobra: pure gesture, primitive energy, and a constant tension between figuration and abstraction. The whole exudes a strong visual presence, both dynamic and poetic.
A luminous work and characteristic of Marcus de Vestele’s paper production in the 1970s, directly from the artist’s studio.
Biography
Marcus de Vestele (1941-2024) is a major Belgian artist, mainly recognized as a marble sculptor (notably in Carrara and with Bardiglio marble). Alongside his sculptural practice, he developed throughout his life a substantial pictorial production, long kept 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 paper works from the 1970s are characterized by spontaneous line, free gestural energy, and a constant tension between figuration and abstraction.
His drawings, washes and gouaches combine the rigor of the sculptor with the lyrical and gestural explosion inherent to Cobra. Directly from the studio, this paper production constitutes an essential and singular facet of his oeuvre, occupying a distinct 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)
Sold with frame
No
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Owner or reseller
Edition
Original
Title of artwork
Belle Composition gestuelle Cobra
Technique
Mixed media
Signature
Signed
Country of origin
Belgium
Year
1975
Condition
Good condition
Height
37.5 cm
Width
50 cm
Depiction/theme
Portrait
Style
Cobra
Period
1970-1980
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