Painting titled "Géométrie sepia" by Laurent Bouro, Original Artwork, Other

Géométrie sepia Painting by Laurent Bouro

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Original Artwork Painting, Other

Artworks classification

Original Artwork

Original Artwork refers to any work that is considered authentic and not a copy or imitation of the original works of an artist. Original artwork can be any type of painting, sculpture, performance, or other media. There are many types of original media. Mixed media includes oil, acrylic, and watercolor paintings. For workshop paintings that bear evidence of master craftsmanship, this attribution must be further qualified. While they may be less valuable for different reasons, reproductions and copies have had a tremendous impact on our experience. They reach a greater audience than originals and act as a tonic against commodification. Original Artwork could also refer to the first work, which is always preceding all others. It could also refer to a prototype or a model from which other works can be made. Each work bears great similarities to the original.
Dimensions Height 31.5in, Width 23.6in
Categories Figurative

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Artist represented by Galerie DEZA

Laurent Bouro

France

Laurent Bouro is a contemporary French painter. Bouro's artistic passion finds its most profound expression in the realm of portraiture, with a particular focus on the captivating[...]

Laurent Bouro is a contemporary French painter. Bouro's artistic passion finds its most profound expression in the realm of portraiture, with a particular focus on the captivating themes of faces and bodies. It is within these realms that he meticulously crafts is masterpieces, striving to capture the essence of the human soul in its timeless and universal dimension. Drawing inspiration from ethnic masks, Bouro employs a unique mixed technique in his work. His canvas serves as a playground for a symphony of materials: acrylic artfully blended with oil, collage elements thoughtfully integrated, along with the delicate interplay of scraping and tearing. These material effects intricately layer upon the canvas's grain and the irregularities of the wooden support, resulting in a tactile and visually arresting depth.

Bouro's approach to portraiture is akin to sculpting rather than drawing, as he skillfully shapes and molds the features of his subjects. His subjects are exclusively men, each one a testament to Bouro's profound exploration of masculinity. Yet, his distinctive touch lies in rendering these faces with a profound twist—they are stripped of traditional eyes, and expressions are conveyed through a gaze that transcends the visual realm. This unique artistic choice allows the interiority of his subjects to come to the forefront, inviting viewers to delve into the depths of their own emotions and reflections.

The essence of Bouro's art resides in a captivating fusion of influences, evoking echoes of cave paintings and tribal art, alongside hints of the expressive spontaneity of dripped paint and the indelible imprints of tattooed motifs. The resulting masks he creates embody a virile masculinity that exudes dignity, even in the face of life's scars and challenges.