GUIDO MOLINARI "ÉTUDE DE COULEURS" 1971
Guido Molinari (1933-2004) is one of Canada's most beloved abstract painters. Notable among his accomplishments was his representation of Canada at the 1968 Venice Biennale.
Molinari was one of the key figures (along with Yves Gaucher) of Les Plasticiens. Caviar20 highly recommends this article that contrasts their efforts with what was happening in New York City during the late 1950s and into the sixties.
A disciple of Barnett Newman, Molinari's most iconic works depict alternating bands or blocks of solid color. While Molinari is not immediately associated with international movements such as Hard-Edge Abstraction, Minimalism, or Op Art, his work can be understood in relation to them. (With this in mind, it would be interesting to compare and contrast Molinari with Gene Davis, another artist famous for stripes).
This work is a dynamic study of form and color. Through the various compositions, trace a line through Molinari's thoughts as he processed the different planes of what he was capturing, deciding where to place colors and divisions. This work presents a rare opportunity to collect an embryonic work that offers a raw insight into the artist's process–a piece that shows his hand.
Over the last few years, Molinari canvases have sold on the secondary market for over $100,000. This is a rare opportunity to acquire an affordable, iconic example from the revered Canadian artist.
Molinari's works can be found in the permanent collections of nearly every major Canadian museum as well as the MoMA and the Guggenheim.
Questions about this piece? Contact us or call +1.416.704.1720. Visit our Toronto gallery on Thursdays or by appointment.
"Étude de Couleurs" or "Composition en 12 Parties"
Mixed media on paper
10.75"H 8.5"W (work)
19.5"H x 16.5"W (framed)
Overall good condition
Note: Studies for the serigraph "Opposition Triangulaire" 1971.
Note: the price is $2,500 CAD
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GUIDO MOLINARI "ÉTUDE DE COULEURS" 1971
Guido Molinari (1933-2004) is one of Canada's most beloved abstract painters. Notable among his accomplishments was his representation of Canada at the 1968 Venice Biennale.
Molinari was one of the key figures (along with Yves Gaucher) of Les Plasticiens. Caviar20 highly recommends this article that contrasts their efforts with what was happening in New York City during the late 1950s and into the sixties.
A disciple of Barnett Newman, Molinari's most iconic works depict alternating bands or blocks of solid color. While Molinari is not immediately associated with international movements such as Hard-Edge Abstraction, Minimalism, or Op Art, his work can be understood in relation to them. (With this in mind, it would be interesting to compare and contrast Molinari with Gene Davis, another artist famous for stripes).
This work is a dynamic study of form and color. Through the various compositions, trace a line through Molinari's thoughts as he processed the different planes of what he was capturing, deciding where to place colors and divisions. This work presents a rare opportunity to collect an embryonic work that offers a raw insight into the artist's process–a piece that shows his hand.
Over the last few years, Molinari canvases have sold on the secondary market for over $100,000. This is a rare opportunity to acquire an affordable, iconic example from the revered Canadian artist.
Molinari's works can be found in the permanent collections of nearly every major Canadian museum as well as the MoMA and the Guggenheim.
Questions about this piece? Contact us or call +1.416.704.1720. Visit our Toronto gallery on Thursdays or by appointment.
"Étude de Couleurs" or "Composition en 12 Parties"
Mixed media on paper
10.75"H 8.5"W (work)
19.5"H x 16.5"W (framed)
Overall good condition
Note: Studies for the serigraph "Opposition Triangulaire" 1971.
Note: the price is $2,500 CAD
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Guido Molinari (1933-2004) is one of Canada's most beloved abstract painters. Notable among his accomplishments was his representation of Canada at the 1968 Venice Biennale.
Molinari was one of the key figures (along with Yves Gaucher) of Les Plasticiens. Caviar20 highly recommends this article that contrasts their efforts with what was happening in New York City during the late 1950s and into the sixties.
A disciple of Barnett Newman, Molinari's most iconic works depict alternating bands or blocks of solid color. While Molinari is not immediately associated with international movements such as Hard-Edge Abstraction, Minimalism, or Op Art, his work can be understood in relation to them. (With this in mind, it would be interesting to compare and contrast Molinari with Gene Davis, another artist famous for stripes).
This work is a dynamic study of form and color. Through the various compositions, trace a line through Molinari's thoughts as he processed the different planes of what he was capturing, deciding where to place colors and divisions. This work presents a rare opportunity to collect an embryonic work that offers a raw insight into the artist's process–a piece that shows his hand.
Over the last few years, Molinari canvases have sold on the secondary market for over $100,000. This is a rare opportunity to acquire an affordable, iconic example from the revered Canadian artist.
Molinari's works can be found in the permanent collections of nearly every major Canadian museum as well as the MoMA and the Guggenheim.
Questions about this piece? Contact us or call +1.416.704.1720. Visit our Toronto gallery on Thursdays or by appointment.
"Étude de Couleurs" or "Composition en 12 Parties"
Mixed media on paper
10.75"H 8.5"W (work)
19.5"H x 16.5"W (framed)
Overall good condition
Note: Studies for the serigraph "Opposition Triangulaire" 1971.
Note: the price is $2,500 CAD
