École néo-expressionniste (XX) - La Femme abstraite
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La Femme abstraite, an oil painting from France dating to the 1980s (1980–1990), 42 × 73 cm, sold with frame.
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European neo-expressionist school, 20th century
Female figure in an abstract composition
Interesting oil painting from the European neo-expressionist school of the 20th century, representing a composition of a figurative-abstract character in which the presence of a female silhouette integrated among geometric planes, intense color contrasts, and a rich variety of textures stands out.
The work presents a complex visual organization built through the superposition of rectangular forms, vertical and horizontal lines, color surfaces, and gestural strokes. Among these elements there is a suggestion of a female figure, partially fragmented and fused with the pictorial space, which constitutes one of the main points of interest of the composition.
The representation of the human body deliberately moves away from naturalistic canons. Its contours appear decomposed, interrupted, and reconstructed through different color planes, establishing an interesting dialogue between figuration and abstraction.
One of the most notable aspects of the painting is its extraordinary chromatic intensity. Deep blues and turquoises predominate, combined with bright yellows, orange-reddish tones, whites, and blacks. These hues create strong contrasts that contribute dynamism, depth, and notable visual energy.
The execution reveals a free and expressive brushwork, with overlays of paint, pigment smears, transparencies, scrapes, and lines that cross the different planes of the composition. The surface thus gains considerable visual richness, in which each layer seems to preserve part of the artist’s creative process.
From a stylistic point of view, the work shows clear affinities with figurative neo-expressionism, a movement that, during the last decades of the 20th century, revived the importance of gesture, emotional intensity, and pictorial freedom.
Likewise, post-Cubist influences can be appreciated, especially in the fragmentation of the human figure and in the organization of space through superimposed geometric planes. This conception allows simultaneously representing different forms and structures, moving away from traditional perspective.
The painting also shows a certain proximity to European informalism and gestural abstraction, perceptible in the experimental treatment of the surface, the combination of textures, and the importance given to the spontaneity of execution.
It is especially interesting how the female silhouette emerges and disappears among the abstract structures, inviting the viewer to progressively discover the shapes and establish different interpretations of the composition.
The artist seems to seek a balance between geometric structure and gestural freedom, using the human figure as an articulating element of an essentially contemporary pictorial language.
The vertical arrangement of the work, 42 × 73 cm, reinforces the presence of the figure and accentuates the upward movement of the lines and color planes.
The result is a painting of great expressive force, notable color richness, and marked visual personality, where different trends of 20th-century European painting converge.
An especially attractive work for its combination of figuration and abstraction, its dynamic treatment of pictorial matter, and its ability to suggest human presence through a language of fragmented forms and intense colors.
School: European neo-expressionism.
Chronology: 20th century.
Technique: oil.
Dimensions: 42 × 73 cm.
Style: figurative-abstract neo-expressionism.
Influences: post-Cubism, European informalism, and gestural abstraction.
Genre: figurative-abstract painting.
Subject: female figure integrated into an abstract composition.
The work stands out for its richness of textures, superposition of color planes, and expressive treatment of the human figure.
It is recommended to observe carefully all photographs, which are an integral part of the description, in order to properly assess its condition.
If framed, the frame is offered as a gift to the buyer, with no commercial value, and it is not part of the artwork; therefore, any possible defects of the frame will not be a basis for complaint.
Shipping
The work will be carefully and professionally packaged, using appropriate protective materials to ensure its safety during transport.
Shipments to destinations outside the European Union may be subject to taxes, duties, customs fees, clearance charges, and/or customs procedures. These potential costs will be the sole responsibility of the buyer and are not included in the hammer price or the shipping costs.
Likewise, shipments to islands, insular territories, or remote or hard-to-reach areas as considered by the transport companies may incur additional costs. Any surcharge applied by the transport company for this reason must be borne by the buyer.
Seller's Story
At ARTEMISA we specialize in the selection and auction of artworks, antiques, and collectible items, combining experience, passion, and special care in the choosing and presentation of each piece.
Throughout our journey we have assembled a catalog of more than 10,000 works, spanning a wide variety of schools, styles, and periods, with particular attention to painting and European art. The pieces mainly come from private collections and other selected sources, which allows us to maintain a broad, diverse, and continually renewing offering.
Each work is studied and presented with the aim of providing the collector with rigorous and transparent information, paying special attention to its cataloging, condition, and artistic context.
We work for both seasoned collectors and those who are just beginning to discover the world of art, offering—from accessible works to pieces of special historical, artistic, or decorative interest.
At ARTEMISA we understand each auction as an opportunity to discover, conserve, and give new life to works with history, connecting them with collectors around the world.
Translated by Google TranslateEuropean neo-expressionist school, 20th century
Female figure in an abstract composition
Interesting oil painting from the European neo-expressionist school of the 20th century, representing a composition of a figurative-abstract character in which the presence of a female silhouette integrated among geometric planes, intense color contrasts, and a rich variety of textures stands out.
The work presents a complex visual organization built through the superposition of rectangular forms, vertical and horizontal lines, color surfaces, and gestural strokes. Among these elements there is a suggestion of a female figure, partially fragmented and fused with the pictorial space, which constitutes one of the main points of interest of the composition.
The representation of the human body deliberately moves away from naturalistic canons. Its contours appear decomposed, interrupted, and reconstructed through different color planes, establishing an interesting dialogue between figuration and abstraction.
One of the most notable aspects of the painting is its extraordinary chromatic intensity. Deep blues and turquoises predominate, combined with bright yellows, orange-reddish tones, whites, and blacks. These hues create strong contrasts that contribute dynamism, depth, and notable visual energy.
The execution reveals a free and expressive brushwork, with overlays of paint, pigment smears, transparencies, scrapes, and lines that cross the different planes of the composition. The surface thus gains considerable visual richness, in which each layer seems to preserve part of the artist’s creative process.
From a stylistic point of view, the work shows clear affinities with figurative neo-expressionism, a movement that, during the last decades of the 20th century, revived the importance of gesture, emotional intensity, and pictorial freedom.
Likewise, post-Cubist influences can be appreciated, especially in the fragmentation of the human figure and in the organization of space through superimposed geometric planes. This conception allows simultaneously representing different forms and structures, moving away from traditional perspective.
The painting also shows a certain proximity to European informalism and gestural abstraction, perceptible in the experimental treatment of the surface, the combination of textures, and the importance given to the spontaneity of execution.
It is especially interesting how the female silhouette emerges and disappears among the abstract structures, inviting the viewer to progressively discover the shapes and establish different interpretations of the composition.
The artist seems to seek a balance between geometric structure and gestural freedom, using the human figure as an articulating element of an essentially contemporary pictorial language.
The vertical arrangement of the work, 42 × 73 cm, reinforces the presence of the figure and accentuates the upward movement of the lines and color planes.
The result is a painting of great expressive force, notable color richness, and marked visual personality, where different trends of 20th-century European painting converge.
An especially attractive work for its combination of figuration and abstraction, its dynamic treatment of pictorial matter, and its ability to suggest human presence through a language of fragmented forms and intense colors.
School: European neo-expressionism.
Chronology: 20th century.
Technique: oil.
Dimensions: 42 × 73 cm.
Style: figurative-abstract neo-expressionism.
Influences: post-Cubism, European informalism, and gestural abstraction.
Genre: figurative-abstract painting.
Subject: female figure integrated into an abstract composition.
The work stands out for its richness of textures, superposition of color planes, and expressive treatment of the human figure.
It is recommended to observe carefully all photographs, which are an integral part of the description, in order to properly assess its condition.
If framed, the frame is offered as a gift to the buyer, with no commercial value, and it is not part of the artwork; therefore, any possible defects of the frame will not be a basis for complaint.
Shipping
The work will be carefully and professionally packaged, using appropriate protective materials to ensure its safety during transport.
Shipments to destinations outside the European Union may be subject to taxes, duties, customs fees, clearance charges, and/or customs procedures. These potential costs will be the sole responsibility of the buyer and are not included in the hammer price or the shipping costs.
Likewise, shipments to islands, insular territories, or remote or hard-to-reach areas as considered by the transport companies may incur additional costs. Any surcharge applied by the transport company for this reason must be borne by the buyer.
Seller's Story
At ARTEMISA we specialize in the selection and auction of artworks, antiques, and collectible items, combining experience, passion, and special care in the choosing and presentation of each piece.
Throughout our journey we have assembled a catalog of more than 10,000 works, spanning a wide variety of schools, styles, and periods, with particular attention to painting and European art. The pieces mainly come from private collections and other selected sources, which allows us to maintain a broad, diverse, and continually renewing offering.
Each work is studied and presented with the aim of providing the collector with rigorous and transparent information, paying special attention to its cataloging, condition, and artistic context.
We work for both seasoned collectors and those who are just beginning to discover the world of art, offering—from accessible works to pieces of special historical, artistic, or decorative interest.
At ARTEMISA we understand each auction as an opportunity to discover, conserve, and give new life to works with history, connecting them with collectors around the world.
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Edition
Original
Artist
École néo-expressionniste (XX)
Title of artwork
La Femme abstraite
Technique
Oil painting
Signature
Not signed
Country of origin
France
Condition
Good condition
Height
73 cm
Width
42 cm
Style
Abstract Expressionism
Period
1980-1990
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