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// Antoni Tàpies' Damunt diari, a limited edition etching from 1975, is a powerful example of his unique blend of abstraction and material experimentation. The work features a printed newspaper backdrop, over which expressive red and black gestural strokes dominate the composition. The juxtaposition of the orderly, text-filled newspaper with the dynamic, raw brushstrokes creates a stark contrast between control and chaos, order and spontaneity. This piece reflects Tàpies' fascination with everyday materials, such as newsprint, and his ongoing exploration of themes like communication, history, and the intersection of art and life. The bold use of color and texture emphasizes the physicality of the medium, inviting viewers to contemplate both the material and conceptual layers within the artwork.
Damunt diari, 1975
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// Antoni Tàpies' Damunt diari, a limited edition etching from 1975, is a powerful example of his unique blend of abstraction and material experimentation. The work features a printed newspaper backdrop, over which expressive red and black gestural strokes dominate the composition. The juxtaposition of the orderly, text-filled newspaper with the dynamic, raw brushstrokes creates a stark contrast between control and chaos, order and spontaneity. This piece reflects Tàpies' fascination with everyday materials, such as newsprint, and his ongoing exploration of themes like communication, history, and the intersection of art and life. The bold use of color and texture emphasizes the physicality of the medium, inviting viewers to contemplate both the material and conceptual layers within the artwork.
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Antoni Tapies
Primer Congreso Nacional De Neuropedriatria, 1982
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EUR 1,875
What is matter painting?
Matter painting is a technique that involves blending thick impasto paints with materials like cement, mud, sand, or shells. The term first emerged in the 1950s to describe the works of Belgian and Dutch painters who explored the physical properties of painting materials and the different ways paint could be manipulated. This approach emphasizes texture and the tactile qualities of the surface, creating a sculptural effect on the canvas.