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This compelling work on paper by Alexander van Ravenswaay (born 1922) embodies the expressive freedom characteristic of the Cobra movement. Created with poster paint, it captures the raw energy and spontaneity that defined this influential post-war avant-garde group.

The composition is a vibrant interplay of abstracted forms, rendered in bold primary hues of red, blue, and yellow, punctuated by decisive black outlines. Areas of grey and white provide visual anchors, while the thick application of poster paint creates a tactile surface, revealing the artist's dynamic brushwork and layering. The overall effect is one of uninhibited exploration and movement.

As a reflection of the Cobra ethos, this artwork rejects conventional academic approaches, favouring an intuitive and primal artistic expression. It stands as a testament to a pivotal moment in 20th-century European art, offering a direct insight into the powerful aesthetic championed by artists seeking a new visual language.

Details:

Artist: Alexander van Ravenswaay (born 1922)

Movement: Cobra

Medium: Poster paint on paper

Period: Mid-20th Century

Condition: Good, consistent with age

Framing: Presented in a contemporary black frame with a subtle gilt inner edge and white mat

Poster Paint on Paper

€ 1.950,00Price
  • Creator
    Alexander van Ravenswaay (Painter)
    Place of Origin
    Netherlands
    Date of Manufacture
    ca. 1960
    Period
    1960-1969
    Condition
    Good
    Dimensions
    33.46 in.Hx28.35 in.W
    85 cmHx72 cmW
    Dealer
    Jan de Raad / COLLECTABLES / 's-Hertogenbosch, NL
    Number of Items
    1

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