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Yves Klein — Relief Éponge bleu sans titre (RE 49)
Yves Klein

Relief Éponge bleu sans titre (RE 49)

1961

A monochromatic composition featuring natural sponges and pebbles embedded in dry blue pigment and synthetic resin on panel. This work exemplifies Klein's exploration of pure color and texture as artistic materials.

Medium
dry blue pigment and synthetic resin, natural sponges and pebbles on panel

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20th Century & Contemporary Art Evening Sale

May 18, 2022

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Yves Klein, Relief Éponge bleu sans titre (RE 49), 1961

A monochromatic composition featuring natural sponges and pebbles embedded in dry blue pigment and synthetic resin on panel. This work exemplifies Klein's exploration of pure color and texture as artistic materials.

Medium
dry blue pigment and synthetic resin, natural sponges and pebbles on panel
Year
1961
Seen at
Phillips, New York, London, Hong Kong

Related themes

Blue Pigment, Mixed Media, Textured, French Artist, Modern Art, Sponge, Abstract, Minimalism

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