Josiah (19 - Rouge interdit — L'élégance de la tentation
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Josiah’s signed original oil painting, *Rouge interdit — L'élégance de la tentation*, is an Expressionist work from the 2010–2020 period depicting a woman in a red hat and matching bag against a black-and-white scene.
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Josiah (1976) : Forbidden Red — The Elegance of Temptation
Born in Barcelona in 1976, the Spanish painter Josiah has developed a contemporary artistic universe characterized by expressive painting, confident colors and generous use of texture. His figurative approach focuses on attitudes, silhouettes and details that give his characters a distinctive presence.
In this work, Josiah plays with the codes of feminine elegance and seduction through a particularly daring composition. An elegant woman, seen from behind, moves through an atmosphere of deliberate mystery. Her oversized red hat conceals her face, while her matching handbag provides a second striking touch of colour.
The use of black and white throughout the rest of the scene considerably enhances the visual impact of the red. The contrast creates an almost cinematic aesthetic, somewhere between fashion photography, retro glamour and contemporary sophistication.
Yet beneath this elegance lies a touch of irreverence. The woman's slightly raised dress reveals part of her buttocks, introducing a delightfully cheeky and provocative note. Josiah plays with the boundaries of propriety without ever sacrificing elegance. Her pose, both natural and suggestive, gives the scene a mischievous charm and an unmistakable sensuality.
The work captivates through its subtle humor, daring attitude and immediately recognisable graphic composition. The vibrant red becomes a symbol of free-spirited, playful and confident femininity.
A contemporary painting full of character, combining glamour, sensuality and elegant provocation.
Details
Artist: Josiah (born 1976)
Origin: Spanish
Title: Forbidden Red — The Elegance of Temptation
Technique: Oil on canvas
Dimensions: 89.5 x 116 cm
Support: Canvas mounted on a keyed stretcher
Style: Expressionism
Photographs showing the artwork in an interior setting are for illustrative purposes only. They do not necessarily reflect its actual dimensions and proportions.
Josiah (1976) : Forbidden Red — The Elegance of Temptation
Born in Barcelona in 1976, the Spanish painter Josiah has developed a contemporary artistic universe characterized by expressive painting, confident colors and generous use of texture. His figurative approach focuses on attitudes, silhouettes and details that give his characters a distinctive presence.
In this work, Josiah plays with the codes of feminine elegance and seduction through a particularly daring composition. An elegant woman, seen from behind, moves through an atmosphere of deliberate mystery. Her oversized red hat conceals her face, while her matching handbag provides a second striking touch of colour.
The use of black and white throughout the rest of the scene considerably enhances the visual impact of the red. The contrast creates an almost cinematic aesthetic, somewhere between fashion photography, retro glamour and contemporary sophistication.
Yet beneath this elegance lies a touch of irreverence. The woman's slightly raised dress reveals part of her buttocks, introducing a delightfully cheeky and provocative note. Josiah plays with the boundaries of propriety without ever sacrificing elegance. Her pose, both natural and suggestive, gives the scene a mischievous charm and an unmistakable sensuality.
The work captivates through its subtle humor, daring attitude and immediately recognisable graphic composition. The vibrant red becomes a symbol of free-spirited, playful and confident femininity.
A contemporary painting full of character, combining glamour, sensuality and elegant provocation.
Details
Artist: Josiah (born 1976)
Origin: Spanish
Title: Forbidden Red — The Elegance of Temptation
Technique: Oil on canvas
Dimensions: 89.5 x 116 cm
Support: Canvas mounted on a keyed stretcher
Style: Expressionism
Photographs showing the artwork in an interior setting are for illustrative purposes only. They do not necessarily reflect its actual dimensions and proportions.
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Edition
Original
Artist
Josiah (19
Title of artwork
Rouge interdit — L'élégance de la tentation
Technique
Oil painting
Signature
Signed
Country of origin
Spain
Colour
Grey, Red, White
Condition
Excellent condition
Height
120 cm
Width
90 cm
Weight
4 kg
Depiction/theme
Nude
Style
Expressionism
Period
2010-2020
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