Esteban Vicente: Gesture and Colour — An Abstract Expressionism Exhibition
Trace the artistic evolution of Spanish abstract expressionist Esteban Vicente through influential paintings and collages.
This exhibition provides a comprehensive look at Esteban Vicente's significant contribution to Abstract Expressionism. Featuring 28 pieces, including paintings and collages, it traces his journey from early gestural work to a profound focus on color and light. Delve into the unique artistic approach of this influential Spanish artist.
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Exhibition summary
This exhibition celebrates the work of Esteban Vicente, a Spanish artist associated with the New York School of Abstract Expressionism. It showcases 28 pieces, spanning paintings and collages from the early 1950s to the late 1990s, highlighting his evolution from gestural expression to a pure focus on color, light, and space.
Curatorial context
Dedicated to Esteban Vicente (1903-2001), a Spanish artist who became a notable figure within the New York School of Abstract Expressionism, this exhibition offers a comprehensive look at his artistic journey. Having trained in Madrid, Paris, Barcelona, and London, Vicente emigrated to the United States in 1936, where he actively participated in a vibrant cultural scene. The exhibition features a selection of 28 works, including 22 paintings and five collages, dating from the early 1950s through the end of the 1990s. These pieces illustrate the defining characteristics of his oeuvre, notably his early gesturality and expressiveness through brushstrokes, followed by a deliberate shift towards a pure experience of light and space conveyed solely through color. Vicente's unique approach to color modulation creates an essentially lyrical painting, distinct from the stark contrasts seen in some of his contemporaries.
Admission and ticket notes
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Esteban Vicente. Gesture and Colour key exhibition facts
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Venue
Juan March Institute
Current status
Open now
Exhibition schedule
From Feb 23, 2004
Artist line / attribution
Esteban Vicente (1903-2001) was a Spanish artist and a member of the New York School of Abstract Expressionism.
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