Marcus de Vestele (1941-2024) - Scène Cobra – Personnages debout - 1975
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Marcus de Vestele (1941-2024) presents Scène Cobra – Personnages debout, a 1975 ink and watercolor on paper, 56 × 47.5 cm, Original edition, signed and dated MARCUS 75, from the artist’s studio, unframed and in good condition.
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Marcus de Vestele (1941-2024)
Cobra Scene – Characters
Ink and watercolor on paper, 1975
Signature:
Signed and dated bottom right: MARCUS 75
Studio stamp on the back: “Marcus de Vestele – Atelier de l’artiste”
Dimensions: 56 × 47.5 cm
Sold unframed
Condition:
Good general workshop condition. Some light age traces and waviness of the paper, consistent with a 1970s work coming directly from the artist’s studio.
Provenance:
Artist’s studio of Marcus de Vestele.
Description
Beautiful Cobra composition by Marcus de Vestele, dated 1975.
Three massive silhouettes, built with broad strokes of black ink, occupy the space. On the left, a darker, more tormented figure; in the center, a frontal, almost architectural character; on the right, a vertical form, like a stele or a frozen body. The background, lightly washed in blue and beige, leaves the paper breathing.
The handling is typologically Cobra: spontaneity of gesture, power of black, constant tension between elemental figuration and abstraction. The scene has a theatrical presence, at once fragile and monumental, like a rite or a silent assembly.
A sober, expressive work, characteristic of Cobra’s paper production by Marcus de Vestele in the mid-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 substantial pictorial output, 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 gestural energy, and a constant tension between figuration and abstraction.
His drawings, washes, and gouaches combine the rigor of a sculptor with the lyrical, gestural explosion typical of Cobra. Directly from the studio, this on-paper production constitutes an essential and unique facet of his oeuvre, occupying a distinct place in Belgian art of the second half of the 20th century.
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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)
Cobra Scene – Characters
Ink and watercolor on paper, 1975
Signature:
Signed and dated bottom right: MARCUS 75
Studio stamp on the back: “Marcus de Vestele – Atelier de l’artiste”
Dimensions: 56 × 47.5 cm
Sold unframed
Condition:
Good general workshop condition. Some light age traces and waviness of the paper, consistent with a 1970s work coming directly from the artist’s studio.
Provenance:
Artist’s studio of Marcus de Vestele.
Description
Beautiful Cobra composition by Marcus de Vestele, dated 1975.
Three massive silhouettes, built with broad strokes of black ink, occupy the space. On the left, a darker, more tormented figure; in the center, a frontal, almost architectural character; on the right, a vertical form, like a stele or a frozen body. The background, lightly washed in blue and beige, leaves the paper breathing.
The handling is typologically Cobra: spontaneity of gesture, power of black, constant tension between elemental figuration and abstraction. The scene has a theatrical presence, at once fragile and monumental, like a rite or a silent assembly.
A sober, expressive work, characteristic of Cobra’s paper production by Marcus de Vestele in the mid-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 substantial pictorial output, 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 gestural energy, and a constant tension between figuration and abstraction.
His drawings, washes, and gouaches combine the rigor of a sculptor with the lyrical, gestural explosion typical of Cobra. Directly from the studio, this on-paper production constitutes an essential and unique facet of his oeuvre, 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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Edition
Original
Artist
Marcus de Vestele (1941-2024)
Title of artwork
Scène Cobra – Personnages debout - 1975
Technique
Watercolour painting
Signature
Hand signed
Country of origin
Belgium
Year
1975
Condition
Good condition
Height
47.5 cm
Width
56 cm
Depiction/theme
Portrait
Style
Cobra
Period
1970-1980
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