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Jean SoyerDynamic Red Calligraphy on Black Abstract Expressionist Canvas Oil Painting
$10,639.62
£8,010.56
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NOK 108,927.34
SEK 102,710.71
DKK 68,517.01
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A powerful abstract painting by Jean Soyer (39.4 x 39.4 inches), executed in oil on canvas. The composition features dramatic red gestural marks against a dark background, created using large brushes and combs to achieve distinctive textural reliefs. The stark contrast between the vibrant red strokes and the somber black-grey background creates a compelling visual tension.
This striking abstract work showcases the dynamic interplay between spontaneity and control, reminiscent of both Eastern calligraphy and Western abstract expressionism. While Jean Soyer acknowledges influences from Nicolas de Staël and Georges Mathieu, this particular piece bears a stronger connection to the gestural freedom of Franz Kline and the calligraphic mastery of Pierre Soulages.
The composition's energy suggests a fleeting moment frozen in time, with its bold red strokes appearing to dance across the shadowed canvas. The painting's movement could evoke the impression of figures in motion, or a floating banner, though its primary strength lies in its pure abstract expression. The textural complexity, achieved through Soyer's signature technique of using large brushes and combs, adds a dimensional quality that draws viewers into a contemplative dialogue with the work. The piece exemplifies the contemporary evolution of action painting while maintaining connections to the philosophical aspects of Asian ink painting traditions.
- Creator:Jean Soyer (1937, French)
- Dimensions:Height: 39.38 in (100 cm)Diameter: 39.38 in (100 cm)
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- Gallery Location:Clermont-Ferrand, FR
- Reference Number:Seller: D041stDibs: LU1041115848612
Jean Soyer
Jean Soyer is a French painter who was born in 1937. After studying the trades of engraving, lithographing and graphic designing at the École Supérieure des arts et industries graphiques, he built a career as a publicist. Soyer is mostly influenced by Nicolas de Staël, Georges Mathieu and Fabienne Verdier.
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