Marcel Mendez - Fragmented Face #93 -XL- ( No reserve )

Title: Fragmented Face #93
Series: The 1000 Faces
Technique: Acrylic on canvas

This work presents a sophisticated female portrait built through a neocubist, geometric, and contemporary aesthetic. The composition is organized around a precise vertical division that fragments the face and hair into two contrasting halves, creating a visual balance between structural symmetry and expressive asymmetry.

The hair adopts a compact, rounded shape, akin to a geometric bob cut. On the left side it is rendered in a vivid yellow, while on the right it shifts to a bright light blue. This chromatic opposition frames the face and reinforces the central separation of the figure.

The left half of the face is resolved in a delicate bluish-gray tone and contains an almond-shaped eye with a pink iris and a dark violet eyelid. The right half, in bright yellow, features a simplified eye in white and gray tones. From here descends a thick black vertical stripe that crosses the cheek, functioning as a geometric tear, a deep shadow, or a symbolic interruption of identity.

The nose is constructed with straight lines forming an elongated rectangular structure, while the red lips, perfectly centered, introduce a point of chromatic intensity and serve as the union between the two halves of the face. The gray neck provides a neutral transition toward the clothing and balances the brighter colors of the head.

One of the most singular elements of the work is the large stepped collar that envelops the base of the figure. It is composed of several overlapping levels of rectangular shapes in yellow and dark violet, generating an architectural structure reminiscent of a futuristic garment, an ornamental armor, or a sculptural construction. The repetition of modules adds rhythm, visual volume, and depth within a composition essentially made up of color planes.

The background is divided into broad geometric fields of coral, navy blue, and dark teal. These quadrants extend the fragmentation of the portrait and create a refined contrast between warm and cool tones. The clean, precise black lines delineate each surface and accentuate the hard-edge language of the piece.

The result is a visually powerful painting that combines a classical portrait, synthetic cubism, and geometric abstraction. Its vibrant palette, balanced structure, and the symbolism of the black stripe make the work a piece with strong personality. It is ideal for collectors seeking contemporary art that is recognizable, sophisticated, and with a strong decorative presence.

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Unique work
Mixed media on canvas
Year: 2026

Artistic Series:
The 1000 Faces is an evolving artistic project conceived as a collection, oriented both by its conceptual value and its projection in the contemporary art market. The series proposes the creation of 1000 original works, each unique, numbered, and linked to a single recognizable visual language, turning the whole into a solid and collectible body of work.

My artistic practice centers on reinterpretation of the portrait through a geometric and contemporary approach. Each face is built with color planes, defined lines, and fragmented structures that generate balanced yet dynamically altered compositions. This tension between order and rupture gives each piece its own identity while maintaining coherence within the series.

The use of color is intentional and strategic: contrasts between warm and cool tones that provide visual strength and immediate appeal, qualities particularly valued on platforms like Catawiki, where first impressions are key. Clean, modern, and highly recognizable compositions facilitate their integration into different spaces, both private and professional.

From a collection perspective, The 1000 Faces presents itself as a progressive acquisition opportunity. Each work is numbered — for example, #001 / 1000 — reinforcing its limited character within the global project and adding long-term value. As the series grows, so does its relevance and coherence as a body, increasing interest for collectors.

This project not only offers visually impactful pieces but also a clear and consistent narrative: an exploration of contemporary identity through repetition, variation, and formal synthesis. In the online sales context, these qualities allow positioning each work not only as a decorative piece but as part of an artistic project with vision, continuity, and potential for value appreciation.

The 1000 Faces is designed to be collected, evolved, and established as a recognizable series within accessible contemporary art.