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// Red Cat Singing Hands by Karel Appel, a limited edition silkscreen print, is a vibrant and striking example of the artist’s abstract style. Set against a bold red background, the composition features a surreal figure with exaggerated features, blending animalistic and human elements. The central form, outlined in thick black lines, resembles a cat-like face paired with oversized hands and a surrealistic body. The use of contrasting colors—bright whites, blues, oranges, and greens—adds dynamism and depth, while the expressive shapes evoke themes of whimsy and spontaneity. Appel’s work in this piece exudes a playful yet intense energy, underscoring his fascination with primal and fantastical imagery.
Red cat singing hands, 1978
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// Red Cat Singing Hands by Karel Appel, a limited edition silkscreen print, is a vibrant and striking example of the artist’s abstract style. Set against a bold red background, the composition features a surreal figure with exaggerated features, blending animalistic and human elements. The central form, outlined in thick black lines, resembles a cat-like face paired with oversized hands and a surrealistic body. The use of contrasting colors—bright whites, blues, oranges, and greens—adds dynamism and depth, while the expressive shapes evoke themes of whimsy and spontaneity. Appel’s work in this piece exudes a playful yet intense energy, underscoring his fascination with primal and fantastical imagery.
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What is Tachisme?
Tachisme is a French abstract painting style that gained popularity between 1940 and 1950, often seen as the European counterpart to Abstract Expressionism. However, there are stylistic differences between the two. Tachisme, which emerged from Art Informel, rejected geometric abstraction in favor of more intuitive and spontaneous expression. It was a reaction against the structured forms of Cubism and is closely related to Informalism. Tachisme emphasizes gestural brushwork, irregular forms, and a focus on the process of painting itself.
