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Robert Motherwell — Gauloises Bleues (White)
Robert Motherwell

Gauloises Bleues (White)

A luminous composition by Robert Motherwell, *Gauloises Bleues (White)* showcases the artist's mastery of printmaking through the refined interplay of aquatint and line-cut techniques rendered in subtle color. The work reflects Motherwell's enduring fascination with everyday objects elevated to poetic abstraction, drawing inspiration from the iconic French cigarette packaging that frequently appeared throughout his career. Printed on the distinguished Richard de Bas handmade paper, the piece exudes a tactile elegance that complements the delicate balance between form and negative space.

Medium
Aquatint and line-cut in colors, on Richard de Bas handmade paper, with full margins,

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Evening & Day Editions

October 26, 2015

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Robert Motherwell, Gauloises Bleues (White)

A luminous composition by Robert Motherwell, *Gauloises Bleues (White)* showcases the artist's mastery of printmaking through the refined interplay of aquatint and line-cut techniques rendered in subtle color. The work reflects Motherwell's enduring fascination with everyday objects elevated to poetic abstraction, drawing inspiration from the iconic French cigarette packaging that frequently appeared throughout his career. Printed on the distinguished Richard de Bas handmade paper, the piece exudes a tactile elegance that complements the delicate balance between form and negative space.

Medium
Aquatint and line-cut in colors, on Richard de Bas handmade paper, with full margins,
Seen at
Phillips, New York, London, Hong Kong

Related themes

20th Century, Twentieth Century, Male Artist, Printmaking, American Artist, Abstract Expressionism, Gestural Abstraction, Geometric Abstraction, Minimalist Composition, Blue And White, Modern Master, Collage Aesthetic, Collage Elements, Aquatint

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Collected by

Alex Capecelatro, Hamilton Selway Gallery, Kyle Stewart