Josep Verdaguer i Coma (1923–2008) - Colourful Floral Still Life

JOSEP VERDAGUER I COMA (1923–2008) Flower Vase — Catalan Painting of the 20th Century 1. TECHNICAL DATA Author: Josep Verdaguer i Coma (Barcelona, 1923–2008) School: Catalan, Spanish Era: Second half of the 20th century Style: Expressionist figuration with post-impressionist sensibility Technique: Oil on panel Work measurements: 23 x 23 cm With frame measurements: 35 x 35 cm Genre: Still life. Floral bouquet Title: Jarrón de flores Signature: Signed in bluish tone in the lower right corner, with the script corresponding to J. Verdaguer Conservation status: Generally good apparent condition, with small superficial irregularities inherent to the painting execution. Golden frame with a wide molding, patina, and light signs of use. It is recommended to carefully consult the photographs, which form an integral part of the description. 2. DESCRIPTION Beautiful floral still life executed in oil on panel by Josep Verdaguer i Coma, a Barcelona-born painter with a recognized career within 20th-century Catalan painting. The composition depicts an exuberant bouquet of flowers of various colors, arranged in a small brown-toned vessel on a softly lit surface. The flowers, interpreted with vivid pinks, yellows, whites, and oranges, stand out against a dark background of bluish and grayish hues. The spontaneous arrangement of stems and blossoms lends freshness and naturalness to a composition of great chromatic appeal. 3. STYLISTIC, COMPOSITIONAL, AND EXPRESSIVE ANALYSIS The painting presents an expressive facture, with loose and visible brushwork, in which the artist combines small impasto with quick and energetic strokes. It is especially notable the interpretation of the flowers, whose petals are built up with brief, directional brushstrokes, without resorting to overly detailed drawing. The contrast between the bright colors of the bouquet and the sobriety of the background confers depth and vitality to the whole. The composition conveys a sense of joy and freshness, reflecting a painting sensibility that gives greater importance to color expression and the character of forms than to meticulous reproduction. 4. SIGNATURE AND ARTIST'S CAREER The work bears a signature in bluish tone in the lower right corner, compatible with the handwriting of Josep Verdaguer. Josep Verdaguer i Coma was born in Barcelona on May 11, 1923, and died in the same city on March 13, 2008. He trained at the School of Fine Arts of Sant Jordi in Barcelona and extended his studies in Madrid and Paris. His production evolved from a root in expressionist painting, frequently devoted to the working-class neighborhoods and everyday environments, toward a language of greater chromatic freedom and constructive form. He developed an extensive exhibition career, presenting his works in Barcelona and numerous European and international cities. He also created important mural works for churches and public buildings in Catalonia. In 2002 he received the Barcelona Medal of Honor, in recognition of his career and cultural contribution. 5. OTHER INTERESTING DETAILS The floral still life occupies a prominent place in the history of European painting, especially since the 17th century, when flowers began to assume prominence as an independent artistic motif. During the 19th and 20th centuries, artists such as Vincent van Gogh and Pierre Bonnard explored new expressive possibilities of the genre through increasingly freer use of color and brushwork. The present work participates in that tradition through the personal language of Josep Verdaguer, whose interest in matter and chromatic contrasts is particularly noticeable in this small format. The painting retains an attractive wide-grooved gold frame, with an aged finish and dark details, which adds a notable decorative presence to the ensemble. A private and luminous work that demonstrates how a simple bouquet of flowers can become a composition full of energy, sensitivity, and beauty. 6. SHIPPING AND CONDITIONS The work will be packaged by a professional specialized company in a custom-made box with foam protections tailored to the piece's characteristics. We ship worldwide. Destinations that are particularly distant or countries outside the European Union may incur additional costs, which will be communicated in accordance with the applicable conditions and rates. The frame is regarded as a decorative supplementary element, without prejudice to the rights corresponding to the buyer. The photographs form an integral part of the description and allow a detailed assessment of the artwork's condition. PROPOSED ENGLISH TITLE Josep Verdaguer i Coma (1923–2008) — Colourful Floral Still Life, Spanish Expressionism

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