N4 (2023) Painting by Yves Cass

Yves Cass is a contemporary French painter. He has graced the international art scene with his exhibitions spanning over three decades. His artistic journey has taken him to prestigious galleries across Europe, the United States, and Asia, where his creations have eloquently portrayed humanist and spiritual values transcending cultural boundaries.

In 2022, a notable shift occurred in Cass's inspiration, aligning more closely with the pressing concerns of contemporary society. His focus turned to themes such as climate issues and the decline of Western values. This marked the genesis of a series of large-format works, each depicting various wrecks that serve as poignant symbols of a bygone era.

Within his expansive canvases, Cass captures the essence of abandoned and decaying machines - rusty cars, beached boats, and mechanical monsters left desolate in overheated deserts. Despite their dilapidated state, these machines were once the embodiment of a radiant power that resonated globally, igniting the imaginations of children who believed in their eternal significance.

Today, these wrecks stand as solemn witnesses to a vanished era, encapsulating a world that has lost its carefree nature and is grappling with the imperative need to seek solutions for survival. Through his evocative paintings, Yves Cass not only showcases the aesthetic allure of these abandoned relics but also prompts viewers to reflect on the profound socio-cultural shifts that have marked the passage of time. His art becomes a visual testament to the changing tides of human existence and the impermanence of once-mighty symbols of power.

• Nationality: FRANCE
• Date of birth : 1947
• Artistic domains: Works by professional artists,
• Groups: Professional Artist Contemporary French Artists