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Lot description
Le Projet de San Francisco 1878, Number 18, is a striking mixed media composition in gouache, graphite, and charcoal on paper pasted on cardboard by Romanian-French artist Horia Damian that embodies his signature exploration of architectural and spatial forms. The artwork presents a serene yet imposing structure, rendered in a minimalist palette of muted grays and warm earth tones, set against a softly graded sky. Damian's meticulous precision in form and shading creates a sense of depth and monumentality, evoking his fascination with futuristic and utopian landscapes. The piece belongs to a series of visionary architectural projects that Damian conceptualized, aligning with his broader artistic practice influenced by Suprematism and Constructivism. The number 18 is inscribed on the verso's upper right and upper left, indicating its place within the series. Damian's works often reflect a synthesis of geometry, space, and light, drawing comparisons to Kazimir Malevich and contemporary Minimalists. His projects have been exhibited at the Venice Biennale and commissioned by major institutions, reinforcing his influence in the domain of avant-garde spatial abstraction. Signature, title, and date on lower left: Damian, Le Projet de San Franscisco. distance 250 metres 1978. Artist: Horia Damian (Romanian/French 1922-2012) Issued: 1978 Dimensions: 41.50"L x 29.50"H Country of Origin: Romania / France