Mimmo Rotella (1918-2006) - Vanity Fair (Penélope Cruz)

Artistic vision and emotional impact. Capture an absolute monument of contemporary cinepop iconography with this magnificent original graphic masterpiece by the world-renowned maestro Mimmo Rotella (1918-2006). Globally celebrated for being a pioneer of the historical décollage movement and present in major institutions (including MoMA in New York and the Centre Pompidou in Paris), Rotella dedicates this extraordinary 2003 composition to the magnetic, timeless gaze of Oscar-winning actress Penélope Cruz, reinterpreting her legendary Vanity Fair cover. The composition is brilliant: the startling and sensual portrait of the actress dynamically dialogues with the violent and poetic tears of the surrounding paper layers (seridrocollage). The sharp white and silver tears reveal a dense urban archaeology on multiple levels, while the iconic red typography of the magazine title stands out as a powerful visual anchor. Hand-signed in graphite by the maestro himself and numbered from an elite, extremely limited edition, this certified high-value graphic is presented in a contemporary, clean studio frame, serving as a prized centerpiece for luxury lofts, private galleries, or prestigious modern art collections. Technical features and conservation status Artist: Mimmo Rotella (Catanzaro, 1918 - Milan, 2006). Title: Vanity Fair (Penélope Cruz), Year 2003. Technique: Multicolor screen print and aquatint with a hand-cut collage element on Chine Collé on thick laid paper. Signature and numbering: Hand-signed “Rotella” in pencil on the bottom right margin; hand-numbered in pencil on the bottom left margin from the limited edition of 150 copies worldwide. Conservation status: Excellent. The paint layer and collage paper elements are perfectly stable, with exceptionally fresh and vibrant pigments. The margins are overall clean, with no serious structural damage or dampness. Encased in its original, protective frame under mineral glass. Conditions: Excellent (Very Good/Excellent); Material: Heavy art paper and torn posters on Chine collé (art paper and torn posters); Technique: Polymaterial serigraphy and décollage; Era: 21st Century / Official edition year: 2003; Color: Vermilion red, deep brown, silvery and white reflective tones, deep black; Signature: Present, clear and hand-signed in pencil on the front lower edge by the master. A certificate of provenance and originality is attached. The lot will be adequately packed and shipped with affiliated couriers and online tracking. No shipments outside the European Community.”} ]}|}