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Jean SoyerEthereal Movement: Modern Abstract Canvas with Dynamic Contrast
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£3,382.24
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A$6,945.40
CHF 3,619.19
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NOK 45,991.54
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This striking abstract oil painting on canvas by Jean Soyer features dramatic contrasts of deep blues, vibrant reds, and shadowy black tones. Measuring 25.6 inches by 21.3 inches, the artwork showcases Soyer's signature technique of using large brushes and combs to create thick textural reliefs. Dynamic brushstrokes and bold color interactions create a sense of movement and depth against the predominantly dark background, reflecting the artist's expressive approach to abstract composition.
Jean Soyer's mesmerizing abstract composition invites viewers into a realm where darkness and light engage in perpetual dialogue. The painting's moody blue tones seem to emerge from darkness, punctuated by striking red accents that create focal points of intense energy. The textural quality achieved through Soyer's distinctive use of large brushes and combs lends the work a sculptural dimension, inviting both visual and tactile appreciation.
While Soyer acknowledges Nicolas de Staël as an influence in his broader body of work, this particular piece seems to draw more heavily from the gestural freedom of Georges Mathieu, especially in its dynamic calligraphic quality and bold color contrasts. The composition's mysterious atmosphere and depth also evoke comparisons to Pierre Soulages' exploration of light emerging from darkness, particularly in his 'Outrenoir' series. There are also subtle echoes of Hans Hartung's scratched linear elements that create tension across the canvas.
The painting might suggest a nocturnal landscape or perhaps a moment of cosmic turbulence viewed through an abstract lens. However, Soyer avoids literal representation, instead creating a visual experience that operates on an emotional and intuitive level. The work exemplifies the continuing relevance of abstract expressionism in contemporary art, while maintaining a distinctly European sensibility in its execution and emotional tone.
Soyer's masterful handling of paint creates a work that reveals new details and relationships with each viewing, demonstrating his deep understanding of the medium's potential for expressive power through texture, color, and composition.
- Creator:Jean Soyer (1937, French)
- Dimensions:Height: 25.6 in (65 cm)Width: 21.26 in (54 cm)
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- Gallery Location:Clermont-Ferrand, FR
- Reference Number:Seller: D231stDibs: LU1041115848712
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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