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Oscar Seco (1964) - S/T

Oscar Seco (1964) - S/T

Impactful original work by Óscar Seco, created in 2007 in acrylic on canvas. The composition presents a powerful visual narrative that combines historical references, war imagery, manga aesthetics, and political symbolism. In the foreground, a crowd advances in an assertive, protest-oriented stance while, in the upper plane, ideological figures and elements of science fiction coexist, creating a temporal tension between past, present, and future. The artist articulates the scene through a precise figurative language, with clean drawing and intense chromatic contrasts. The overlay of historical iconography and contemporary visual culture generates a critical reading of the construction of the historical narrative and the symbolic power of images. The work stands out for: Large format with a strong architectural presence Complex and contemporary narrative Acrylic technique with a solid, precise finish Year 2007 (mature stage of the artist) Technical details: Author: Óscar Seco Technique: Acrylic on canvas Year: 2007 Signed and dated on the reverse Condition: Good condition (shows a small, localized flaw visible in the images, bottom right) Piece suitable for collectors of Spanish contemporary figurative art and works with strong conceptual and aesthetic content. ABOUT THE ARTIST Óscar Seco is a Spanish contemporary artist known for his large-format figurative painting, where he combines historical references, political iconography, and contemporary visual culture. His work is characterized by precise technical execution and a critical narrative that dialogues with collective memory and power systems. He has exhibited in Spanish galleries, and his production from the 2000s is particularly recognized for the integration of classical figuration and contemporary language.

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