Juan Soler (1951) - Expectación urbana

Artist:
The work is attributed to Juan Soler, based on the handwritten inscription “JUAN SOLER -E-” found on the back of the stretcher. In addition, the artist stamps the work with an interlaced monogram (which appears to be a stylized JS) in the lower-right corner of the front.

The fluid brushwork, use of saturated blocks of color, and thematic focus point to a contemporary painter with a keen interest in socially and urban-focused “art history storytelling.”

Work details:
This is a contemporary painting on canvas depicting a vibrant street scene. The composition shows a group of young people from behind, gathered beside the wheel of what appears to be a van or off-road vehicle. The artist uses a highly expressive palette, highlighting the vivid colors of the jackets and hooded sweatshirts in cyan, fuchsia, yellow, and electric blue. This anonymous rear view gives the work a profound sense of mystery and a strong contemporary narrative quality.

Dimensions:
Canvas only: 117 x 81.5

Signature:
The work is identified in two ways: it features a monogram in black paint in the lower-right quadrant of the painted surface, and the name “JUAN SOLER -E-” written in dark marker directly on the wood of the back of the stretcher.

Provenance:
Private collection.

Condition:
Expert assessment: The painting is in excellent overall condition. The canvas tension is optimal, and the paint layer appears fresh and luminous, with no craquelure, flaking, or paint loss. The canvas edges, neatly stapled at the back, show traces of green paint from the ground or the artist’s work.

The frame, a slim matte-black perimeter molding, protects the edges and shows only minimal superficial wear consistent with handling. As always, the images provided are binding and faithfully reflect the lot’s current condition.

Shipping:
The work will be professionally packed by Tesoros y Subastas and shipped by insured, tracked delivery, using custom-fit protective materials to ensure the integrity of both the canvas and its stretcher.

Disclaimer regarding the frame:
The frame shown in the photographs has been added to the artwork to enhance its presentation and is included as a courtesy/gift from the seller. It does not form an integral part of the auction lot. Any damage to the frame during transit that does not affect the artwork itself will not be accepted as grounds for a claim or cancellation of the sale.