Lot n° 143
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Georges MATHIEU (1921-2012) - Lot 143
Georges MATHIEU (1921-2012)
"En petit hommage" (In small homage)
Ink on paper, 1966
Titled, dated "66" and signed "Matthieu" lower right
30 x 40 cm
Framed
(Small stains)
NOTICE
Georges Mathieu, a major figure in lyrical abstraction, is best known for his spontaneous, gestural paintings, but his drawings reveal another facet of his artistic approach. In his drawings, Mathieu retains the energy and immediacy that characterize his style, exploring dynamic compositions where lines and shapes unfold freely on the paper. Often working in ink or charcoal, he uses rapid, precise gestures to create works that seem to vibrate with energy and emotion.
Mathieu's drawing is an extension of his search for spontaneity and direct expression, without sketching or premeditating composition. He lets his gesture guide the creation, resulting in abstract forms that evoke mental landscapes or explosions of line and form, inspired by instinct and movement. In these works, the artist succeeds in capturing the essence of the moment, translating an inner universe into a few powerful, dynamic strokes.
Close to the gestural abstraction of Jackson Pollock and the raw energy of Hans Hartung, Georges Mathieu has influenced many contemporary artists. His drawings, like his paintings, are prized for their vitality and ability to convey pure emotion, offering an intimate glimpse into the creative mind of this emblematic artist of lyrical abstraction.
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