E. García - El rinoceronte rojo XL

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Holds a bachelor’s degree in art history and led modern and contemporary post-war art at Bonhams.

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Original painting by E. García titled El rinoceronte rojo XL, 100 × 70 cm acrylic work in Fauvist style, a portrait from 2026 signed by hand, originating from Spain and sold directly by the artist, weighing 0.6 kg and in excellent condition.

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“The Red Rhinoceros” is a 100 × 70 cm painting by contemporary artist Ernest García.

The work presents a visually striking scene in which a female figure appears next to a monumental red rhinoceros. The difference in scale between the two subjects makes the animal the main protagonist of the composition, while the woman, located to one side and with a serene attitude, introduces a human presence that further emphasizes its dimensions.
The composition practically does away with any spatial reference to focus on the two figures. The green background, wide and deliberately simple, functions as a large chromatic field on which the intense red of the rhinoceros and the dark and cream tones of the dress stand out. This simplification gives the scene a nearly stage-like and monumental character.

The color consciously moves away from naturalistic representation. The vivid red used for the animal transforms a recognizable figure into a powerful mass of color, establishing a complementary contrast with the green background. This chromatic freedom, together with the simplification of forms and the visible brushwork, introduces clear echoes of Fauvism and modern expressive painting.

The female figure provides a second chromatic play through her dark dress covered with large white and yellow floral motifs. Her tranquil stance contrasts with the physical presence of the rhinoceros, creating an unexpected relationship between elegance, nature, and monumentalism.
“The Red Rhinoceros” stands out for the boldness of its image and for a palette built around the contrast between red and green. Ernest García thus turns an improbable encounter between a woman and a rhinoceros into a vibrant, enigmatic scene dominated by the expressive force of color.


Authenticity and Shipping:
The work is offered directly by E. García, ensuring its authenticity with a certificate signed by the artist himself. The painting will be carefully rolled and protected inside a sturdy cardboard tube for shipping. Upon payment confirmation, a period of three days is required to prepare the piece and send it. Delivery time will depend on the destination, with a maximum period of up to ten business days.

“The Red Rhinoceros” is a 100 × 70 cm painting by contemporary artist Ernest García.

The work presents a visually striking scene in which a female figure appears next to a monumental red rhinoceros. The difference in scale between the two subjects makes the animal the main protagonist of the composition, while the woman, located to one side and with a serene attitude, introduces a human presence that further emphasizes its dimensions.
The composition practically does away with any spatial reference to focus on the two figures. The green background, wide and deliberately simple, functions as a large chromatic field on which the intense red of the rhinoceros and the dark and cream tones of the dress stand out. This simplification gives the scene a nearly stage-like and monumental character.

The color consciously moves away from naturalistic representation. The vivid red used for the animal transforms a recognizable figure into a powerful mass of color, establishing a complementary contrast with the green background. This chromatic freedom, together with the simplification of forms and the visible brushwork, introduces clear echoes of Fauvism and modern expressive painting.

The female figure provides a second chromatic play through her dark dress covered with large white and yellow floral motifs. Her tranquil stance contrasts with the physical presence of the rhinoceros, creating an unexpected relationship between elegance, nature, and monumentalism.
“The Red Rhinoceros” stands out for the boldness of its image and for a palette built around the contrast between red and green. Ernest García thus turns an improbable encounter between a woman and a rhinoceros into a vibrant, enigmatic scene dominated by the expressive force of color.


Authenticity and Shipping:
The work is offered directly by E. García, ensuring its authenticity with a certificate signed by the artist himself. The painting will be carefully rolled and protected inside a sturdy cardboard tube for shipping. Upon payment confirmation, a period of three days is required to prepare the piece and send it. Delivery time will depend on the destination, with a maximum period of up to ten business days.

Details

Artist
E. García
Edition
Original
Sold by
Direct from the artist
Sold with frame
No
Title of artwork
El rinoceronte rojo XL
Technique
Acrylic painting
Signature
Hand signed
Country of origin
Spain
Year
2026
Condition
Excellent condition
Colour
Multicolour
Height
100 cm
Width
70 cm
Weight
0.6 kg
Depiction/theme
Portrait
Style
Fauvism
Period
2020+
SpainVerified
1703
Objects sold
99.05%
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