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Mélodie vagabonde Artist: original work by the artist E. Pérez Lezcano Technique: Acrylic on canvas Dimensions: 70x100 cm Presentation: The work is shipped unstretched, carefully packed in a rigid cardboard tube for maximum protection. COA: Includes a hand-signed certificate of authenticity by the artist. In Mélodie vagabonde, the artist pays homage to the free and evocative spirit of popular music through the figure of an accordionist, whose presence blends bohemian elegance with the expressiveness of contemporary portraiture. The dark beret, the focused gesture, and the disposition of the instrument suggest an intimate, almost improvised interpretation that recalls the world of wandering musicians and the melodies that are part of the collective memory. The composition is articulated through a complex construction of geometric planes that fragment and reorganize the character’s anatomy, integrating it with the shapes of the accordion. The instrument occupies the core of the scene and establishes a visual rhythm through the alternation of keys, vertical lines, and angular surfaces. The hands, synthesized in expressive strokes, reinforce the sense of movement, while the arrangement of the body and the overlapping elements generate a dynamic depth that challenges the principles of traditional perspective. The chromatic richness is one of the painting’s most notable aspects. Intense blues, turquoise greens, and grayish tones create an enveloping atmosphere, interrupted by warm accents of orange, red, and yellow that bring vitality and visual tension. The brushwork alternates solid color surfaces with freer, more visible modulations, especially in the backgrounds and in certain areas of the costume, where the painterly texture introduces an expressive dimension that contrasts with the precision of the dark contours. From the language of contemporary cubism, the artist transforms the musical portrait into an exploration of the relationships between form, sound, and movement. The geometric fragmentation does not destroy the character’s identity; instead, it reconstructs it through a synthesis of perspectives and sensations. The accordion ceases to be a mere depicted object and becomes an extension of the musician himself, establishing a visual continuity between body, instrument, and the surrounding space. Mélodie vagabonde evokes the freedom of melodies that travel without belonging to any particular place. A work where musical tradition and painterly modernity find a common language, turning the accordionist’s figure into a symbol of memory, movement, and individual expression. Through energetic geometry and a highly sensitive palette, the artist makes music transcend its sonic nature to acquire a profoundly visual presence. Shipping: All works are shipped in highly secure packaging, using a professional-quality rigid cardboard tube, designed to protect the work during transit. This method guarantees the piece arrives intact, without creases or damage, regardless of distance or destination country. The shipment includes a tracking number for total transparency in the process. Certificate of Authenticity: Each work is delivered with a Certificate of Authenticity signed by the artist, stating the title of the work, technique used, dimensions, year of creation, and other relevant details. This certificate ensures that the piece is an original, unique, and exclusive work, protected by intellectual property rights, and that it wholly belongs to the artist’s corpus. It is a valid document for collectors, galleries, auctions, and future appraisals.
Estimate:£1,505.57
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£1,505.57
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