From the Cronografías negras series. Untitled (trace) #26, 201536 x 25cmSign in to view price
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Material
graphite, paper on aluminum sheet
Description
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This moody, atmospheric artwork is a black and white graphite drawing depicting a dimly lit interior space. The overall composition is characterized by deep shadows, creating a sense of mystery and unease. The central focus is a solitary light fixture illuminating the darkened scene, drawing the viewer's gaze down the foreboding hallway. The artist's use of chiaroscuro, the interplay of light and shadow, gives the piece a haunting, moody ambiance, evoking a sense of isolation and contemplation. This work reflects the artist's exploration of the psychological and emotional qualities inherent in mundane, everyday spaces. ...
Iván Trueta’s work delves into the intersections of drawing, painting, and spatial interventions. He critically examines the normalization of violence, tragedy, and misfortune in contemporary society, employing irony and absurdity as tools for reflection. Through his art, Trueta explores the symbolic weight and dislocated temporalities of architectural spaces, considering how historical processes manifest in everyday environments. Trueta's artistic approach is characterized by a commitment to capturing the traces and vestiges of the past within the present. He utilizes drawing and pictorial processes to investigate the enclosure of gestures and the accumulation of layers, allowing surfaces to reveal remnants of previous actions. This method transforms his works into chronographies—graphic descriptions of time that suspend and question its passage. His practice invites viewers to engage with the complexities of memory, history, and space, offering a nuanced perspective on the forces that shape our lived experiences. ...
