Found Object

What is Found Object?

A found object is a term used to describe a man-made or natural object, or a fragment of one, that an artist discovers or purchases and keeps for inspiration or as a work of art. The artist may also modify the object or incorporate it into a collage or assemblage, transforming it into a new piece of art.
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Untitled (Calligraphic Loop Form)

Antoni Tapies

Untitled (Calligraphic Loop Form), 1992

Drawing / Watercolor

Graphite

EUR 4,950

E as estrelas do céu cairam na terra....I

Pedro Cabrita Reis

E as estrelas do céu cairam na terra....I, 1996

Limited Edition Print

Aquatint

EUR 4,200

E as estrelas do céu cairam na terra....IV

Pedro Cabrita Reis

E as estrelas do céu cairam na terra....IV, 1996

Limited Edition Print

Aquatint

EUR 4,200

E as estrelas do céu cairam na terra....III

Pedro Cabrita Reis

E as estrelas do céu cairam na terra....III, 1996

Limited Edition Print

Aquatint

EUR 4,200

E as estrelas do céu cairam na terra....II

Pedro Cabrita Reis

E as estrelas do céu cairam na terra....II, 1996

Limited Edition Print

Aquatint

EUR 4,200

De qué tienes miedo?

Ben Vautier

De qué tienes miedo?, 2006

Limited Edition Print

Screen-print

EUR 2,500

Es difícil amar

Ben Vautier

Es difícil amar, 2006

Limited Edition Print

Screen-print

EUR 2,500

Estoy inquieto

Ben Vautier

Estoy inquieto, 2006

Limited Edition Print

Screen-print

EUR 2,500

Cracked Egg (Red)

Jeff Koons

Cracked Egg (Red), 2008

Sculpture / Object

Metal

USD 3,200

Witness My Joy

David Shrigley

Witness My Joy, 2022

Limited Edition Print

Screen-print

USD 3,800

Christine Stay Ups Bra + Pants

Julian Opie

Christine Stay Ups Bra + Pants, 2000

Sculpture / Object

Wood

USD 5,625

Composed

Vhils

Composed, 2022

Sculpture / Object

Metal

EUR 12,000

Concerto de peinture

Fernandez Arman

Concerto de peinture, 1991

Sculpture / Object

Acrylic sculpture

EUR 5,000

Accumulation de tubes de peinture

Fernandez Arman

Accumulation de tubes de peinture, 1975

Sculpture / Object

Mixed Media

EUR 12,900

Comet

Vija Celmins

Comet, 1992

Limited Edition Print

Linocut

USD 32,500

Life Is Beautiful (Dipped White Splash)

Mr. Brainwash

Life Is Beautiful (Dipped White Splash), 2020

Sculpture / Object

Mixed Media

USD 3,000

Acrylic on paper

Acrylic on paper is a technique that involves using acrylic paints on various paper types and textures. Artists often choose watercolor paper with smooth or rough surfaces to apply acrylics using watercolor techniques such as bleeding, washing, and spattering. This approach allows for a wide range of effects, combining the flexibility of acrylics with the delicate qualities of watercolor methods.

Avant-garde

Avant-garde refers to innovative and experimental ideas in the arts that challenge established norms and conventions. Originating from the French term for advance guard, it describes both the movement and the artists who push the boundaries of creativity, often exploring new techniques, forms, and concepts. The avant-garde has been a driving force in various art movements throughout history, such as Dadaism, Surrealism, and Abstract Expressionism, continually reshaping the landscape of art and culture.

Wood

Wood is one of the most ancient and versatile materials used in creating art. It has served as a base for paintings, brush handles, pens, and pencils, as well as for easels, wood engraving, woodcut, woodblock printing, and sculpting. Various types of wood, such as oak, maple, and pine, are commonly used in these artistic applications.

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