{"title":"Albert Ràfols-Casamada - Catalan poetic abstraction, between Paris and Barcelona ","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1036\/2444\/2194\/files\/rafolscasamada_480x480.jpg?v=1773433836\" alt=\"\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: left;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlbert Ràfols-Casamada 1923–2009\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eBorn in Barcelona, Albert Ràfols-Casamada was one of the leading figures of 20th-century Catalan and Spanish art. His career was inextricably linked to that of his wife, the painter Maria Girona, with whom he shared a life of creation and intellectual engagement. After beginning his studies in architecture, he turned to the Beaux-Arts. In 1946, he co-founded the Grup dels Vuit, or Group of Eight, with artists such as Joan Palà and Jordi Mercadé, asserting a desire for renewal in the face of post-war academicism. His time in Paris during the 1950s was pivotal; it was there that he discovered Lyrical Abstraction and Informalism. He experienced the vibrant atmosphere of the School of Paris while remaining deeply connected to his Mediterranean roots. In 1967, he founded the EINA School in Barcelona, a revolutionary design and art center where he served as director, thus influencing generations of creators. Recognized by the National Prize for Visual Arts in 1980 and the Creu de Sant Jordi, his work engages in a dialogue with that of his contemporaries such as Antoni Tàpies, Joan Miró, and Eduardo Chillida. Today, his work is held in prestigious institutions including MACBA in Barcelona, the Museo Reina Sofía in Madrid, the Centre Pompidou in Paris, and MoMA in New York.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eThe Vision: Painting as Poetry\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eHis compositions are based on a synthesis of Joaquín Torres-García's structural rigor and Henri Matisse's chromatic economy. Ràfols-Casamada's work is defined by the organization of flat colored surfaces and graphic signs that serve as punctuation. In his practice, the white of the support is not a mere background but an active space that articulates the balance of the entire piece. His approach is often described as a form of visual poetry, where each line and color serves a precise lyrical purpose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eWhy invest in Albert Ràfols-Casamada?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eWhile the artist is a giant of the Spanish art scene, he remains a significant opportunity for international collectors. His lithographs and etchings, often published in limited editions, offer a privileged entry point into a body of work supported by unwavering institutional recognition. Investing in Ràfols-Casamada means acquiring a piece of Mediterranean modernism with a stable market value and a history rooted in the great avant-gardes of the 20th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eLiving with the work\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eRàfols-Casamada is the artist of refined interiors. His abstract compositions work ideally in minimalist spaces or alongside Scandinavian furniture. Under soft, natural light, the vibrant white of his papers and the delicacy of his lines reveal their full poetic richness. His works do not shout; they resonate with a quiet intelligence that enhances the architectural quality of a room.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"rafols-casamada-lithographie","title":"Albert Ràfols-Casamada – Abstract Composition – Original signed lithograph","description":"\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eAn immersion in Catalan abstraction\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eA master of Spanish lyrical abstraction, Albert Ràfols-Casamada presents us here with a work of great serenity. His palette, dominated by the brilliance of blues and the warmth of a sunny yellow, creates a perfect balance between structure and freedom. Each nuance seems to vibrate with the Mediterranean light so characteristic of this Catalan artist's vision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArtist \u003c\/strong\u003e: Albert Ràfols-Casamada (1923–2009)\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMedium \u003c\/strong\u003e: Original lithograph on high-quality, heavy-weight art paper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSignature \u003c\/strong\u003e: Signed in pencil by the artist in the lower right corner\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJustification \u003c\/strong\u003e: Numbered 18\/75 in pencil at the bottom left\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions \u003c\/strong\u003e: 55 x 37.7 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eCondition Report\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eVery good overall condition. The colors have maintained an impeccable freshness, and the support is sound, showing only slight traces of handling that attest to its authenticity and history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eStudio Cinquante’s Perspective\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePainter, poet, and educator, Ràfols-Casamada is a central figure in 20th-century Spanish contemporary art. His work is a constant exploration of spatial harmony through the medium of color. As the founder of the Eina art school in Barcelona, he influenced generations of creators. His works are now featured in major institutions, including the Reina Sofía in Madrid and the MACBA in Barcelona. This lithograph is ideal for a modern interior seeking a touch of abstract elegance. Its limited edition and hand-signature make it a sought-after collector's item for those appreciating the great Spanish avant-gardes.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Handling\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003eThe work is sold unframed and will be shipped with the utmost care in a heavy-duty protective tube to guarantee its impeccable condition upon arrival.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Studio Cinquante","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52478583636306,"sku":null,"price":300.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1036\/2444\/2194\/files\/FP6-1.jpg?v=1768409018"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1036\/2444\/2194\/collections\/rafolscasamada.jpg?v=1773433868","url":"https:\/\/www.studiocinquante.com\/en\/collections\/albert-rafols-casamada.oembed","provider":"Studio Cinquante","version":"1.0","type":"link"}