Georges Mathieu Paintings

French, 1921-2012

Georges Mathieu was born at Boulogne-sur-Mer (Pas-de-Calais) in 1921. Mathieu studied literature and philosophy at Lille University before switching to art at the age of twenty-one. He taught English at Douai High School and French at the American University of Biarritz. After an interest in realistic landscapes and portraits, Mathieu developed a distinctive Abstract Expressionist style, which grew out of an emotionally driven, improvised, and intuitive act of painting. In 1946 his first exhibition was presented at VI Salon de moins de 30 ans at the Galerie des Beaux-Arts in Paris. His first personal exhibition was in 1950 at the Galerie René Drouin. In 1947 Mathieu worked with Camille Bryen to organize a tachist-oriented exhibition, which he designated as ‘non-figuration physique’. His painting defined ‘lyrical abstractions’, goes beyond traditional and formal constraints of regulative systems, placing Mathieu with Fautrier and Dubuffet as an important exponent of French Informel, as defined by the French art critic Tapiè. Up to 1951, Mathieu continued to organize group shows to demonstrate his interest in Jackson Pollock’s spontaneous gestural handling of paint. In those years he, among his numerous exhibitions, organized an event to show the difference between American and European painting styles at the Montparnasse Gallery.His artworks were appreciated internationally and exposed in London and New York. His first paintings were defined tachists by critics because of the artist’s use of lumps of color (tache, in fact, means stain) directly applied on canvas. His works are apparently confused but they all have a central axis from which curves and lines develop in a planned way.In 1950 his projects were no more focused on signs but on painting gestures and quickness. His painting was intuitive and irrational. From 1954 Mathieu staged the painting of large-scale works as theatrical events, culminating in utilizing 800 tubes of paint to create a painting measuring 4 x 12 meters in front of an audience of 2000 at the Théâtre Sarah-Bernhardt in 1956. Somewhere between Happening and Action Painting, Mathieu succeeded in producing a decoratively linear painting, reminiscent of calligraphy. Mathieu continued to perform his Action Paintings throughout Europe and Japan. He went to Japan together with Tapié to meet the Gutai Group. There he executed a kimono performance during an action-painting show. During this event, he also realized 21 artworks and among these, we find a 15 m painting. Mathieu’s works were shown at special exhibitions in Paris and New York in 1950 and 1952. He participated in numerous international exhibitions, including Documenta II in 1959. In the early 1960s, Mathieu also created sculptures and designed furniture, tapestries, and frescoes. In 1975 he was elected a member of the Arts Academy in Paris and in 1986 he exposed his works at Biennale di Venezia. Georges Mathieu was defined as the founder of Tachism and art theorist in the essay “Au-delà du Tachisme”. He also composed essays on architecture, furniture, and typography.

Artist: Georges Mathieu

Georges MathieuSator, 1968 Oil on Canvas by Georges Mathieu, Lyrical Abstraction, 1968

$504,841

Sator, 1968 Oil on Canvas by Georges Mathieu, Lyrical Abstraction

By Georges Mathieu

Located in Paris, FR

1968 Oil on canvas, signed and dated « Mathieu 68 » lower right and titled « Sator » on the stretcher. The artwork is accompanied by a certificate by the Association “Archives Jean-M...

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1960s Abstract Georges Mathieu Paintings

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Oil

Alex K. MasonJoy Bomb Triptych, Colorful Abstract Landscape, Oil on Boards Ready to Hang

$5,625

H 24 in W 54 in D 1.5 in

Joy Bomb Triptych, Colorful Abstract Landscape, Oil on Boards Ready to Hang

By Alex K. Mason

Located in Versailles, KY

Three colorful oil paintings on finished boards and ready to hang by Alex K. Mason. Lush foliage, vivid sky, bees circling flowers "Joy Bomb Tripytch" is painted in vivid pinks, blu...

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2010s Abstract Expressionist Georges Mathieu Paintings

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Oil, Board

Philippe HosiassonBlue Grey, 1960

$12,000

H 39.25 in W 31.75 in

Blue Grey

By Philippe Hosiasson

Located in Austin, TX

Waterline Fine Art, Austin, TX is pleased to present the following work: Oil on canvas. Signed and dated lower right and verso, titled verso. 39.25 x 31.75 in. 40.25 x 32.75 in. (f...

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1960s Abstract Expressionist Georges Mathieu Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Kyle MorrisGreen Burst, 1958

$75,000

H 48 in W 54 in

Green Burst

Located in Austin, TX

Waterline Fine Art, Austin, TX is pleased to present the following work: Kyle Morris Green Burst, 1958 Oil on canvas. Signed and dated lower right; signed, titled, dated verso. 48...

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1950s Abstract Expressionist Georges Mathieu Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

KOKO HOVAGUIMIANContemporary Ballerina, Odette, Ballet., 2021

$2,250

H 19 in W 13 in D 1 in

Contemporary Ballerina, Odette, Ballet.

By KOKO HOVAGUIMIAN

Located in La Canada Flintridge, CA

Odette, painting size without framed is 8"x16", sighed Koko lower right. Koko's latest collection of paintings is based on the Story of 'Swan Lake,' the ballet composed by Tchaikovs...

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2010s Abstract Expressionist Georges Mathieu Paintings

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Oil

Arthur PinajianAbstract Overlook Mountain, Woodstock NY. Contemporary Abstract Painting., 1960

$88,000Sale Price|20% Off

H 29.25 in W 38.25 in D 1.75 in

Abstract Overlook Mountain, Woodstock NY. Contemporary Abstract Painting.

By Arthur Pinajian

Located in La Canada Flintridge, CA

Title: Overlook Mountain, Woodstock Medium: Oil on Canvas Size: 24 x 33 inches Date: c. 1960 Archive No.: 382 The painting is signed 'Pinajian' in the lower right corner and dated b...

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1960s Abstract Expressionist Georges Mathieu Paintings

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Oil

Arthur PinajianWoodstock Mountains and landscape., 1960

$36,000Sale Price|20% Off

H 22.5 in W 28 in D 1.5 in

Woodstock Mountains and landscape.

By Arthur Pinajian

Located in La Canada Flintridge, CA

"One of Pinajian's early works, 'Overlook Mountain, Woodstock, 1974' is a vibrant depiction of the Woodstock mountains. The abstract composition was create...

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1960s Abstract Expressionist Georges Mathieu Paintings

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Oil

KOKO HOVAGUIMIAN3 Figures, Combined, 2020

$4,000

H 30 in W 24 in D 2 in

3 Figures, Combined

By KOKO HOVAGUIMIAN

Located in La Canada Flintridge, CA

3 Figures- Combined, oil on canvas, sighed lower right by KOKO. Artist authenticity certificate is available.

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2010s Abstract Expressionist Georges Mathieu Paintings

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Oil

KOKO HOVAGUIMIANAbstract musicians, musician oil canvas, Monochromatic Musicians , big painting., 2023

$14,000

H 36 in W 60 in D 1.5 in

Abstract musicians, musician oil canvas, Monochromatic Musicians , big painting.

By KOKO HOVAGUIMIAN

Located in La Canada Flintridge, CA

Introducing "Monochromatic Musicians - In Deep Green" by the renowned artist Koko Hovaguimian. This captivating oil painting transports the viewer into a world of evocative artistry,...

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2010s Abstract Expressionist Georges Mathieu Paintings

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Oil

KOKO HOVAGUIMIANContemporary boats, Boats Astore., 2005

$4,000Sale Price|20% Off

H 30 in W 40 in D 1.5 in

Contemporary boats, Boats Astore.

By KOKO HOVAGUIMIAN

Located in La Canada Flintridge, CA

Boats Astore," an exquisite masterpiece crafted by the talented artist Koko Hovagumian, invites viewers into a serene maritime scene where creativity and subtlety converge. The title...

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2010s Abstract Expressionist Georges Mathieu Paintings

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Oil

KOKO HOVAGUIMIANFacade study, 2019

$1,500

H 22.5 in W 18 in D 1 in

Facade study

By KOKO HOVAGUIMIAN

Located in La Canada Flintridge, CA

KOKO, facade study artwork size is 11x13.5 inches and framed size is 8x22. 5 inches, oil on paper. KOKO BETWEEN TWO WORLDS: ART AND ARCHITECTURE KOKO is an international artist an...

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2010s Abstract Georges Mathieu Paintings

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Oil

KOKO HOVAGUIMIANThe Piano, 2021

$7,500

H 38 in W 50 in D 1.5 in

The Piano

By KOKO HOVAGUIMIAN

Located in La Canada Flintridge, CA

The piece is called ‘The Piano’ because it is the central instrument in the orchestra arrangement and composition. -"As a pianist myself, one of my favorit...

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2010s Abstract Expressionist Georges Mathieu Paintings

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Oil

Georges TerzianContemporary Composition of Guitar, Composition a la guitar, Georges Terzian.

$25,000

H 48 in W 37 in D 2 in

Contemporary Composition of Guitar, Composition a la guitar, Georges Terzian.

By Georges Terzian

Located in La Canada Flintridge, CA

Composition à la guitare is a vibrant and visually captivating work that exemplifies Georges Terzian’s distinctive style. Known for his love of color and complex compositions, Terzia...

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2010s Abstract Expressionist Georges Mathieu Paintings

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Oil

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