Josep Verdaguer i Coma (1923–2008) - Colourful Floral Still Life
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Colourful Floral Still Life, an oil painting from Spain dating to 1970–1980 by Josep Verdaguer i Coma, hand-signed and sold with its frame.
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JOSEP VERDAGUER I COMA (1923–2008)
Flower Vase — Catalan Painting of the 20th Century
1. TECHNICAL DATA
Author: Josep Verdaguer i Coma (Barcelona, 1923–2008)
School: Catalan, Spanish
Era: Second half of the 20th century
Style: Expressionist figuration with post-impressionist sensibility
Technique: Oil on panel
Work measurements: 23 x 23 cm
With frame measurements: 35 x 35 cm
Genre: Still life. Floral bouquet
Title: Jarrón de flores
Signature: Signed in bluish tone in the lower right corner, with the script corresponding to J. Verdaguer
Conservation status: Generally good apparent condition, with small superficial irregularities inherent to the painting execution. Golden frame with a wide molding, patina, and light signs of use. It is recommended to carefully consult the photographs, which form an integral part of the description.
2. DESCRIPTION
Beautiful floral still life executed in oil on panel by Josep Verdaguer i Coma, a Barcelona-born painter with a recognized career within 20th-century Catalan painting.
The composition depicts an exuberant bouquet of flowers of various colors, arranged in a small brown-toned vessel on a softly lit surface.
The flowers, interpreted with vivid pinks, yellows, whites, and oranges, stand out against a dark background of bluish and grayish hues.
The spontaneous arrangement of stems and blossoms lends freshness and naturalness to a composition of great chromatic appeal.
3. STYLISTIC, COMPOSITIONAL, AND EXPRESSIVE ANALYSIS
The painting presents an expressive facture, with loose and visible brushwork, in which the artist combines small impasto with quick and energetic strokes.
It is especially notable the interpretation of the flowers, whose petals are built up with brief, directional brushstrokes, without resorting to overly detailed drawing.
The contrast between the bright colors of the bouquet and the sobriety of the background confers depth and vitality to the whole.
The composition conveys a sense of joy and freshness, reflecting a painting sensibility that gives greater importance to color expression and the character of forms than to meticulous reproduction.
4. SIGNATURE AND ARTIST'S CAREER
The work bears a signature in bluish tone in the lower right corner, compatible with the handwriting of Josep Verdaguer.
Josep Verdaguer i Coma was born in Barcelona on May 11, 1923, and died in the same city on March 13, 2008.
He trained at the School of Fine Arts of Sant Jordi in Barcelona and extended his studies in Madrid and Paris.
His production evolved from a root in expressionist painting, frequently devoted to the working-class neighborhoods and everyday environments, toward a language of greater chromatic freedom and constructive form.
He developed an extensive exhibition career, presenting his works in Barcelona and numerous European and international cities.
He also created important mural works for churches and public buildings in Catalonia.
In 2002 he received the Barcelona Medal of Honor, in recognition of his career and cultural contribution.
5. OTHER INTERESTING DETAILS
The floral still life occupies a prominent place in the history of European painting, especially since the 17th century, when flowers began to assume prominence as an independent artistic motif.
During the 19th and 20th centuries, artists such as Vincent van Gogh and Pierre Bonnard explored new expressive possibilities of the genre through increasingly freer use of color and brushwork.
The present work participates in that tradition through the personal language of Josep Verdaguer, whose interest in matter and chromatic contrasts is particularly noticeable in this small format.
The painting retains an attractive wide-grooved gold frame, with an aged finish and dark details, which adds a notable decorative presence to the ensemble.
A private and luminous work that demonstrates how a simple bouquet of flowers can become a composition full of energy, sensitivity, and beauty.
6. SHIPPING AND CONDITIONS
The work will be packaged by a professional specialized company in a custom-made box with foam protections tailored to the piece's characteristics.
We ship worldwide.
Destinations that are particularly distant or countries outside the European Union may incur additional costs, which will be communicated in accordance with the applicable conditions and rates.
The frame is regarded as a decorative supplementary element, without prejudice to the rights corresponding to the buyer.
The photographs form an integral part of the description and allow a detailed assessment of the artwork's condition.
PROPOSED ENGLISH TITLE
Josep Verdaguer i Coma (1923–2008) — Colourful Floral Still Life, Spanish Expressionism
Seller's Story
Barcelona Art Gallery
Barcelona Art Gallery is made up of several artistic spaces based in the Les Corts district, Barcelona, specializing in old master painting, modern painting, decorative art, and European patrimonial pieces.
We regularly collaborate with dealers, antique dealers, galleries, and private collectors from across Europe, which allows us to offer a continuous, curated, and varied selection of works for our international bidders and buyers.
Our catalog focuses mainly on high-era European painting from the 18th, 19th, and 20th centuries: oils, Spanish, Catalan, French, Italian, and Central European painting, as well as religious works, landscapes, portraits, genre scenes, academic painting, Impressionism, modern and decorative works.
In addition to our auction activity, we work and collaborate with interior designers, decorators, galleries, collectors, film and theater production professionals, creative studios, and cultural sector professionals seeking pieces with character for specific projects.
We are open to professional collaborations related to art, interior design, set design, collecting, decoration, audiovisual projects, commercial spaces, and the recovery of patrimonial pieces.
Each work is presented with a clear, prudent, and honest description, accompanied by detailed photographs that are an essential part of the lot information. We work with bespoke professional packaging, a specialized logistics center, and insured international shipping.
From Barcelona, we select works with history, presence, and a distinctive identity for collectors, interior designers, gallery owners, creative professionals, and art lovers from around the world.
Translated by Google TranslateJOSEP VERDAGUER I COMA (1923–2008)
Flower Vase — Catalan Painting of the 20th Century
1. TECHNICAL DATA
Author: Josep Verdaguer i Coma (Barcelona, 1923–2008)
School: Catalan, Spanish
Era: Second half of the 20th century
Style: Expressionist figuration with post-impressionist sensibility
Technique: Oil on panel
Work measurements: 23 x 23 cm
With frame measurements: 35 x 35 cm
Genre: Still life. Floral bouquet
Title: Jarrón de flores
Signature: Signed in bluish tone in the lower right corner, with the script corresponding to J. Verdaguer
Conservation status: Generally good apparent condition, with small superficial irregularities inherent to the painting execution. Golden frame with a wide molding, patina, and light signs of use. It is recommended to carefully consult the photographs, which form an integral part of the description.
2. DESCRIPTION
Beautiful floral still life executed in oil on panel by Josep Verdaguer i Coma, a Barcelona-born painter with a recognized career within 20th-century Catalan painting.
The composition depicts an exuberant bouquet of flowers of various colors, arranged in a small brown-toned vessel on a softly lit surface.
The flowers, interpreted with vivid pinks, yellows, whites, and oranges, stand out against a dark background of bluish and grayish hues.
The spontaneous arrangement of stems and blossoms lends freshness and naturalness to a composition of great chromatic appeal.
3. STYLISTIC, COMPOSITIONAL, AND EXPRESSIVE ANALYSIS
The painting presents an expressive facture, with loose and visible brushwork, in which the artist combines small impasto with quick and energetic strokes.
It is especially notable the interpretation of the flowers, whose petals are built up with brief, directional brushstrokes, without resorting to overly detailed drawing.
The contrast between the bright colors of the bouquet and the sobriety of the background confers depth and vitality to the whole.
The composition conveys a sense of joy and freshness, reflecting a painting sensibility that gives greater importance to color expression and the character of forms than to meticulous reproduction.
4. SIGNATURE AND ARTIST'S CAREER
The work bears a signature in bluish tone in the lower right corner, compatible with the handwriting of Josep Verdaguer.
Josep Verdaguer i Coma was born in Barcelona on May 11, 1923, and died in the same city on March 13, 2008.
He trained at the School of Fine Arts of Sant Jordi in Barcelona and extended his studies in Madrid and Paris.
His production evolved from a root in expressionist painting, frequently devoted to the working-class neighborhoods and everyday environments, toward a language of greater chromatic freedom and constructive form.
He developed an extensive exhibition career, presenting his works in Barcelona and numerous European and international cities.
He also created important mural works for churches and public buildings in Catalonia.
In 2002 he received the Barcelona Medal of Honor, in recognition of his career and cultural contribution.
5. OTHER INTERESTING DETAILS
The floral still life occupies a prominent place in the history of European painting, especially since the 17th century, when flowers began to assume prominence as an independent artistic motif.
During the 19th and 20th centuries, artists such as Vincent van Gogh and Pierre Bonnard explored new expressive possibilities of the genre through increasingly freer use of color and brushwork.
The present work participates in that tradition through the personal language of Josep Verdaguer, whose interest in matter and chromatic contrasts is particularly noticeable in this small format.
The painting retains an attractive wide-grooved gold frame, with an aged finish and dark details, which adds a notable decorative presence to the ensemble.
A private and luminous work that demonstrates how a simple bouquet of flowers can become a composition full of energy, sensitivity, and beauty.
6. SHIPPING AND CONDITIONS
The work will be packaged by a professional specialized company in a custom-made box with foam protections tailored to the piece's characteristics.
We ship worldwide.
Destinations that are particularly distant or countries outside the European Union may incur additional costs, which will be communicated in accordance with the applicable conditions and rates.
The frame is regarded as a decorative supplementary element, without prejudice to the rights corresponding to the buyer.
The photographs form an integral part of the description and allow a detailed assessment of the artwork's condition.
PROPOSED ENGLISH TITLE
Josep Verdaguer i Coma (1923–2008) — Colourful Floral Still Life, Spanish Expressionism
Seller's Story
Barcelona Art Gallery
Barcelona Art Gallery is made up of several artistic spaces based in the Les Corts district, Barcelona, specializing in old master painting, modern painting, decorative art, and European patrimonial pieces.
We regularly collaborate with dealers, antique dealers, galleries, and private collectors from across Europe, which allows us to offer a continuous, curated, and varied selection of works for our international bidders and buyers.
Our catalog focuses mainly on high-era European painting from the 18th, 19th, and 20th centuries: oils, Spanish, Catalan, French, Italian, and Central European painting, as well as religious works, landscapes, portraits, genre scenes, academic painting, Impressionism, modern and decorative works.
In addition to our auction activity, we work and collaborate with interior designers, decorators, galleries, collectors, film and theater production professionals, creative studios, and cultural sector professionals seeking pieces with character for specific projects.
We are open to professional collaborations related to art, interior design, set design, collecting, decoration, audiovisual projects, commercial spaces, and the recovery of patrimonial pieces.
Each work is presented with a clear, prudent, and honest description, accompanied by detailed photographs that are an essential part of the lot information. We work with bespoke professional packaging, a specialized logistics center, and insured international shipping.
From Barcelona, we select works with history, presence, and a distinctive identity for collectors, interior designers, gallery owners, creative professionals, and art lovers from around the world.
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Sold with frame
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Edition
Original
Artist
Josep Verdaguer i Coma (1923–2008)
Title of artwork
Colourful Floral Still Life
Technique
Oil painting
Signature
Hand signed
Country of origin
Spain
Condition
Excellent condition
Height
35 cm
Width
35 cm
Weight
3 kg
Depiction/theme
Plants and flowers
Style
Post-Impressionism
Period
1970-1980
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