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Georges Terzian Cubism & Expressionism Original Art Deco Style Painting
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Description
Georges Terzian Cubism & Expressionism Original Art Deco Style Painting
Item # 3849
Measurements
21" T x 24" W framed 15" T x 17" W unframed
Price (USD)
$ 4,500
Georges Terzian – “La Clé de Sol” | Original Oil and Collage Painting
This striking original painting titled “La Clé de Sol” is a quintessential work by Georges Terzian (1939–2021), the celebrated Franco-Armenian artist whose vibrant, geometric abstractions bridge the legacy of early 20th-century modernism with post-war innovation. Born in Marseille in 1939, Terzian studied at the renowned National School of Fine Arts in Marseille, where he was mentored by leading voices in contemporary painting.
Influenced early in his career by the revolutionary works of Pablo Picasso and Georges Braque, Terzian initially embraced the language of Cubism and Expressionism, exploring emotional depth through fragmented forms and bold structural compositions. As his practice matured, his style evolved toward pure abstraction, favoring lyrical arrangements of shape and color over the figurative.
“La Clé de Sol” exemplifies this evolution with its dynamic interplay of form, vibrant palette, and sophisticated use of mixed media—notably oil paint and collage—a hallmark of Terzian’s technique. The layered textures and rhythmic composition create a sense of musicality, aptly reflected in the painting’s title, which translates to “The Treble Clef.”
A respected figure in contemporary French art, Georges Terzian remained active and influential throughout his life, producing a powerful body of work that speaks to both tradition and innovation. His death in 2021 marked the close of a remarkable artistic journey, but his works continue to resonate in museums and private collections around the world.
This is an excellent opportunity to acquire an original Terzian—visually compelling, historically grounded, and rich in collectible value.
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Georges Terzian, Terzian painting for sale, La Clé de Sol, abstract painting, French modernist art, oil and collage, mixed media painting, Cubist influence, Franco-Armenian artist, 20th century French art, Marseille School of Fine Arts, Art Deco Collection -
More Information
Documentation: Signed Period: 1920-1949 Condition: Good. Styles / Movements: Other Dealer Reference #: 3849 Incollect Reference #: 797824 -
Dimensions
W. 24 in; H. 21 in; W. 60.96 cm; H. 53.34 cm;
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