Antonio Monasterio - Woman With A Large Hat And Table With Vase. Nr.2

Antonio Monasterio -Woman With A Large Hat And Table With Vase. Nr.2

Technique: Mixed media on paper (pastels, wax, and red pen)

Dimensions: 56 x 44 cm

Signature: Lower left, in cursive

Support: watermarked paper OCF SAVOUEUX

Period: 1970s

Description:
This artwork depicts a woman wearing a large hat, seated beside a table with a vase. The scene is enveloped in a dreamlike and sensual atmosphere, defined by soft colors and flowing lines that shape the central figure. The elements appear to dissolve into the surrounding space, creating a surreal dimension that invites contemplation and reverie.

This drawing is part of a collection of over one hundred works by the artist, encompassing two main series: one focused on the depiction of female figures and the other exploring geometric and futuristic concepts. These works reflect Monasterio's artistic and intellectual explorations.

About the Artist:
Antonio Monasterio (1915-1983), born in Tenerife and primarily active in southern France, is known for blending symbolic and surreal elements with ideas inspired by science and mathematics. His works range from the representation of femininity to the visual interpretation of abstract concepts, offering compositions where aesthetics and intellectual depth harmoniously converge.

Condition:
Good, with a slight crease in the lower right corner that does not affect the overall visual impact of the work.