Marcus de Vestele (1941-2024) - Composition Cobra de 1978
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Marcus de Vestele, Composition Cobra de 1978, watercolor on paper with ink, 50.5 × 38.5 cm, 1978, original edition, signed by hand.
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Marcus de Vestele (1941-2024)
Composition Cobra
Watercolor and ink on paper, 1978
Signature:
Signed and dated bottom right: MARCUS 78
Studio stamp on the back: “Marcus de Vestele – Atelier de l’artiste”
Dimensions: 50.5 × 38.5 cm
Sold unframed
Condition:
Good general studio condition. A few light signs of age, as expectable for a 1970s work coming directly from the artist’s studio.
Provenance:
Artist’s studio of Marcus de Vestele.
Description
Beautiful Cobra watercolor by Marcus de Vestele, dated 1978.
A dense composition, within a frame that is only lightly sketched. The forms intertwine: silhouettes, signs, brown masses and touches of red. The line is nervous, spontaneous, almost calligraphic.
The treatment is typically Cobra: spontaneity of gesture, economy of means, constant tension between figurative essentials and abstraction. The scene has a theatrical presence, at once fragile and monumental.
A sober, expressive work that is characteristic of Cobra on paper by Marcus de Vestele at the end of the 1970s, directly from the artist’s studio.
Biography
Marcus de Vestele (1941-2024) is a major Belgian artist, primarily recognized as a marble sculptor (notably in Carrara and with Bardiglio marble). Alongside his sculptural practice, he developed throughout his life a significant pictorial production, long kept confidential and today 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 works on paper from the 1970s are characterized by spontaneous line, free gesture, and a constant tension between figuration and abstraction.
His drawings, washes and gouaches combine the discipline of the sculptor with the lyrical, gestural explosion typical of Cobra. Directly from the studio, this on-paper production constitutes an essential and singular facet of his work, 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)
Composition Cobra
Watercolor and ink on paper, 1978
Signature:
Signed and dated bottom right: MARCUS 78
Studio stamp on the back: “Marcus de Vestele – Atelier de l’artiste”
Dimensions: 50.5 × 38.5 cm
Sold unframed
Condition:
Good general studio condition. A few light signs of age, as expectable for a 1970s work coming directly from the artist’s studio.
Provenance:
Artist’s studio of Marcus de Vestele.
Description
Beautiful Cobra watercolor by Marcus de Vestele, dated 1978.
A dense composition, within a frame that is only lightly sketched. The forms intertwine: silhouettes, signs, brown masses and touches of red. The line is nervous, spontaneous, almost calligraphic.
The treatment is typically Cobra: spontaneity of gesture, economy of means, constant tension between figurative essentials and abstraction. The scene has a theatrical presence, at once fragile and monumental.
A sober, expressive work that is characteristic of Cobra on paper by Marcus de Vestele at the end of the 1970s, directly from the artist’s studio.
Biography
Marcus de Vestele (1941-2024) is a major Belgian artist, primarily recognized as a marble sculptor (notably in Carrara and with Bardiglio marble). Alongside his sculptural practice, he developed throughout his life a significant pictorial production, long kept confidential and today 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 works on paper from the 1970s are characterized by spontaneous line, free gesture, and a constant tension between figuration and abstraction.
His drawings, washes and gouaches combine the discipline of the sculptor with the lyrical, gestural explosion typical of Cobra. Directly from the studio, this on-paper production constitutes an essential and singular facet of his work, 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
Composition Cobra de 1978
Technique
Watercolour painting
Signature
Hand signed
Country of origin
Belgium
Year
1978
Condition
Good condition
Height
38.5 cm
Width
50.5 cm
Depiction/theme
Portrait
Style
Cobra
Period
1970-1980
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