Xavier Cugat (1900-1990) - La fiesta de los banderines

Pictura Galeria presents this magnificent artwork belonging to Xavier Cugat, which depicts a violinist playing for two little characters in an imaginary village decorated with pennants and a large star. The painting stands out for its excellent technique and the great pictorial quality it conveys. · Paper frame dimensions: 57x74x3 cm. · Artwork dimensions: 33x50 cm. · Mixed media hand-signed by the artist in the lower right corner of the work, X. Cugat. · The piece is in good condition. · The work is sold with a precious frame with protective glass (included in the auction as a gift). The work comes from an exclusive private collection in Girona. Important note: the included photographs are part of the lot description. The work will be professionally packed by an IVEX expert (https://www.instagram.com/ivex.online/), using high-quality materials to ensure its protection. The shipping price covers both the cost of professional packaging and the transport itself. Shipping will be carried out by Correos or GLS with tracking. International shipments available. This painting presents a cheerful and fantastic scene starring a musician of large size playing the violin in front of two small figures. The violinist appears in the foreground, slightly leaning over his instrument, focused on the melody and with a serene expression. His red hat, prominent nose, dark hair and simple clothing give him a caricatured and endearing look. The violin, carefully held between the hands, becomes the center of the action and seems to fill the surrounding space with music. Opposite him, two tiny characters observe the performance. One wears a loose pink-toned garment and has a small ornament on the head; the other wears a blue triangular suit and a matching cap. Their schematic bodies and kind expressions reinforce the fairy-tale air of the scene. The size difference between them and the musician adds a touch of fantasy, as if the violinist were a street performer who had arrived in a small world inhabited by curious creatures. The arrangement of the characters suggests they are gathered to listen, share and enjoy the musical moment. In the background several elevated constructions on stilts are visible, with simple roofs and small crosses on top. Their appearance resembles houses or buildings of an imaginary village, and their halfway distance helps create depth without detracting from the main characters. On one side there is a large yellow star with outstretched arms, which seems to participate in the celebration as well. Across the scene a garland of pennants and ornaments of various colors crosses, as part of an outdoor party; around, the curved lines and spirals suggest movement, music and a lively atmosphere. The composition combines simple shapes with details full of personality. The dark outlines make each figure stand out clearly against the pale background, while the red of the hat and cloak, the yellow of the star, the blue of the suit, and the pink tones of the clothing provide warmth and variety. The floor is barely indicated with soft lines, so the characters seem to occupy an open space, almost suspended in a fantasy. This simplicity allows the scene to be read easily: first the violinist draws attention, then those who listen appear, and finally the buildings, the adornments and the small festive signs that complete the narrative. Together, the painting conveys joy, imagination and a spirit of celebration. The violinist's performance seems to gather all the elements of this small universe: the characters pause to listen, the star lights the scene and the garlands announce a special occasion. The fantastical scale, the gentle humor of the figures and the presence of music turn the image into a close and playful scene, with the charm of a fairy-tale illustration. Each detail contributes to creating its own world, where a simple melody can transform an everyday encounter into a small celebration.

Estimate:£422.56

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