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Esteban Vicente — Collage
Esteban Vicente

Collage

1957

This abstract composition employs layered paper and acrylic to create a dynamic interplay of geometric forms and muted color. Rectangular and irregular shapes in cream, black, orange, and muted greens are arranged across the composition, their edges creating a complex visual rhythm. The work demonstrates the artist's characteristic approach to abstraction, where collaged papers establish spatial relationships and suggest architectural or landscape like arrangements. The restrained palette and careful compositional balance invite contemplation of form, texture, and the dialogue between positive and negative space.

Medium
acrylic and paper collage on paper mounted on board
Overall

Notes

Contemporary Day Auction, Sotheby's, sale on 2026-05-15.

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Contemporary Day Auction

May 15, 2026

Estimate: $8,000$12,000

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Esteban Vicente, Collage, 1957

This abstract composition employs layered paper and acrylic to create a dynamic interplay of geometric forms and muted color. Rectangular and irregular shapes in cream, black, orange, and muted greens are arranged across the composition, their edges creating a complex visual rhythm. The work demonstrates the artist's characteristic approach to abstraction, where collaged papers establish spatial relationships and suggest architectural or landscape like arrangements. The restrained palette and careful compositional balance invite contemplation of form, texture, and the dialogue between positive and negative space.

Medium
acrylic and paper collage on paper mounted on board
Dimensions
overall: 62.2 x 55.2 cm
Year
1957
Seen at
Sotheby's, New York, London, Hong Kong, Paris

Related themes

Mid Century Modern, Geometric Forms, Contemporary Abstraction, Mixed Media, Abstract Expressionism, Paper Collage, Monochromatic Palette, Acrylic And Paper, Abstract Composition

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