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Zhong Cheng 2024 Autumn Auction「Modern And Contemporary Art」

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    ANDRÉ BRASILIER (b.1929)

    Village Enneigé

    1976

    Oil on Canvas
    162 x 114 cm

    Signed André Brasilier in French

    Estimate TWD 2,800,000-3,300,000
    USD 87,900-103,600
    HKD 0-0

    Hammer Price TWD 0
    USD 0
    HKD 0

With a certificate of authenticity from gallery

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André Brasilier's artistic style has long been a source of fascination, and he is rightfully regarded as one of the foremost representatives of modern French art. Across his illustrious seven-decade career, Brasilier has remained unwavering in his deep-seated passion for nature. While often categorized as an abstract expressionist, his artistic approach knows no traditional boundaries. He seamlessly interweaves abstract and representational elements, endowing his canvases with an exquisite sense of poetry and romance. His oeuvre consistently delves into themes such as nature, music, and the female form, all brought to life through a masterful orchestration of soft hues and flowing lines. Village Enneigé, a remarkable work by Brasilier, provides a remarkable glimpse into the fusion of his unique style with his profound reverence for the natural world.

Stepping into the realm of André Brasilier's Village Enneigé is akin to entering a profoundly personal and enigmatic winter wonderland. The world he paints, glistening in silver and white, serves as a poetic canvas for his artistry. His brushwork is elegant in its simplicity, and the colors he employs are nothing short of captivating and beautiful. In this tranquil realm, one can perceive an undercurrent of delicate emotions. Within this masterpiece, Brasilier skillfully employs gentle shades of blue, pink, and white to create an ambiance of serenity and peace. These colors are a testament to Brasilier's interpretation of the natural world, invoking feelings of warmth and solace, all while masterfully underscoring the serene stillness of the winter landscape.

André Brasilier once aptly remarked, "I prefer to express myself through larger-than-life paintings. To me, the impact of a sizable work allows the viewer to more fully immerse themselves in it. A large canvas possesses the uncanny ability to exert a magnetic pull on those who gaze upon it. When I paint, I seek to infuse my movements with the essence of life, much like the exhilaration of riding a horse or discovering life's vibrant pulse within the counter-current of the sea." The artist's fervor for painting and his inclination toward grandiose canvases enable him to craft artworks that are not only attention-grabbing but also immersive, inviting viewers to share in the emotional resonance they evoke.

"In my view, a painting is not merely an object; it must convey emotions drawn from life's wellspring. On my canvas, I strive to create a harmonious union between these two realms." - André Brasilier

Village Enneigé beckons the viewer into a realm replete with stillness and an otherworldly tapestry of colors, all while retaining an authentic connection to the natural world. As it captures the essence of reality, it also exudes a surreal ambiance, causing viewers to feel as though they are adrift in a dreamscape and forging a deep emotional connection with the artist. Unquestionably, André Brasilier's boundless passion for nature finds its ultimate expression upon the canvas.

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