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EA on crème Vélin paper, signed and numbered by hand in pencil. - Reference: Weelen 49. // Helena Vieira da Silva's L’Échiquier (1961) is a captivating lithograph that exemplifies her abstract expressionist style. Printed on crème Vélin paper, this limited edition work reveals her fascination with perspective, space, and the abstract representation of cityscapes. The composition is marked by a dense, grid-like arrangement of black and white forms, creating an impression reminiscent of an urban chessboard. The interplay of light and shadow lends the piece a dynamic sense of depth and movement, drawing the viewer into its maze-like structure. Hand-signed and numbered, L’Échiquier is a compelling example of Vieira da Silva’s mastery in blending architecture and abstraction, and it remains an essential piece for contemporary art collectors.
L’Échiquier , 1961
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EA on crème Vélin paper, signed and numbered by hand in pencil. - Reference: Weelen 49. // Helena Vieira da Silva's L’Échiquier (1961) is a captivating lithograph that exemplifies her abstract expressionist style. Printed on crème Vélin paper, this limited edition work reveals her fascination with perspective, space, and the abstract representation of cityscapes. The composition is marked by a dense, grid-like arrangement of black and white forms, creating an impression reminiscent of an urban chessboard. The interplay of light and shadow lends the piece a dynamic sense of depth and movement, drawing the viewer into its maze-like structure. Hand-signed and numbered, L’Échiquier is a compelling example of Vieira da Silva’s mastery in blending architecture and abstraction, and it remains an essential piece for contemporary art collectors.
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