Sam Francis

Untitled, 1984

106.7 X 73 inch

What is matter painting?

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.

Bram Bogart

Composition abstraite, 1990

Drawing / Watercolor

Gouache

EUR 5,850

Antoni Tapies

Main sur tête, 1984

Limited Edition Print

Lithograph

EUR 3,800

Antoni Tapies

Apparitions, 1984

Limited Edition Print

Lithograph

EUR 3,200

Antoni Tapies

Cruz Vermella, 1960s

Painting

Oil on canvas

USD 165,000 - 190,000

Antoni Tapies

Untitled (Calligraphic Loop Form), 1992

Drawing / Watercolor

Graphite

EUR 4,950

Julian Schnabel

per non dimenticare, 1997

Limited Edition Print

Lithograph

EUR 3,000

Julian Schnabel

Untitled, 1992-1999

Limited Edition Print

Inkjet print

EUR 1,100

Julian Schnabel

Best Buddies, 1992

Limited Edition Print

Serigraph

USD 4,000 - 6,000

Antoni Tapies

Clau-13, 1973

Limited Edition Print

Lithograph

EUR 1,600

Antoni Tapies

Visca Catalunya, 1976

Limited Edition Print

Etching

EUR 4,000

Antoni Tapies

Aparicions-6, 1982

Limited Edition Print

Etching

EUR 3,300

Antoni Tapies

Quadrats i grafismes, 1976

Limited Edition Print

Etching

EUR 2,700

Antoni Tapies

Diana, 1973

Limited Edition Print

Lithograph

EUR 2,650

Antoni Tapies

Deux pieds, 1997

Limited Edition Print

Lithograph

EUR 2,100

Antoni Tapies

Neujahrskarte, 1983/84

Limited Edition Print

Lithograph

EUR 1,750

Antoni Tapies

Memoria Personal, 1988

Limited Edition Print

Lithograph

EUR 2,800

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Linocut

Linocut is a printmaking technique similar to woodcut, where a sheet of linoleum is used as the relief surface. The design is carved into the linoleum using a V-shaped gouge or chisel, creating raised areas that form a mirror image of the final print. Ink is applied to the raised areas with a roller, and the linoleum sheet is then pressed onto fabric or paper. The printing can be done by hand or with a press.

Photogravure

Photogravure is a high-quality printing process that involves etching a photograph onto a copper plate. The plate is inked and pressed onto paper, producing fine art prints with detailed, soft tones and rich textures. Developed in the 19th century, photogravure is renowned for its ability to create art reproductions with exceptional depth and subtlety.

Tapestry

Tapestry is a heavy, handwoven textile featuring intricate designs or images woven directly into the fabric. Created by skilled weavers using materials like wool, linen, cotton, silk, and sometimes silver and gold threads, tapestries have historically served as art pieces, decorations, insulation, and symbols of authority.

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