YVARAL, Jean Pierre Vasarely, Carbone Violet

Capturing our attention with a dazzling array of light and dark hues, the optical effect of this work engages the viewer and entices our senses. The large scale of this piece draws us in to the image, exhibiting Yvaral's revolutionary use of geometric abstraction.

Created in 1974, this original acrylic on canvas is signed by the artist in black paint in the lower center of the work. Signed additionally on the reverse, the title, Yvaral code number, and date '1974' appear with the signature.

Bold squares in shades of violet and purple create a three dimensional effect to the image, while the arrangement of squares enhances this sense of the volumetric quality of this work. The image appears to travel in within a rectangle, in a spiraled effect with a unique twist. Appearing to extend off the canvas, the optical illusion Yvaral utilizes exemplifies the artist's mastery of skill and technique. Yvaral's work is best known for the gridded effects he creates that break up an image or become the entire image itself as demonstrated with this work, showing us a further dimension in a revolutionary style and technique.

PROVENANCE:

Collection of the artist, Paris

Beverly Hills Hotel, California

Private Collection, Oregon

Catalogue Raisonné & COA:
It is fully documented and referenced in (copies will be enclosed as added documentation with the invoices that I will enclose with the sale of the work) :

1) A Masterworks Certificate of Authenticity will be included with the sale of this work.

About the Framing:
Conservation framed with archival materials and museum quality, this work is set in a modern black and gold leaf frame. The accent of gold leafing on the moulding adds a subtle highlight to the image and draws our focus into the painting. The simple moulding compliments the geometric abstraction of this work, without distracting our attention and focus on the painting.