Henry Escobar - "The Fist"
Original work, 2022. Dimensions (HxL) 100 x 73 cm. Acrylic on canvas. Certificate of authenticity. Hand signed.
Artist Description
Henri Escobar, an iconic figure in the contemporary art world, embodies a remarkable fusion of resilience and innovation. Born in 1965 and residing in France, this renowned painter has transcended borders, exhibiting his works in prestigious cities such as Madrid, Barcelona, Brussels, Miami, London, Paris, Geneva, Lausanne, Lyon, Belfort, Deauville, Nice, Dijon, and Monaco. His artistic trajectory is not only a testament to his undeniable talent, but also to his ability to reinvent himself in the face of adversity.His artistic trajectory is not only a testament to his undeniable talent, but also to his ability to reinvent himself in the face of adversity.
After a tragic work accident that left him partially disabled, Henri turned to painting not only as a means of physical rehabilitation, but also as an emotional outlet. This healing process catalyzed an artistic metamorphosis, leading him to develop a distinct style where figurative realism meets contemporary pop-art elements. Using primarily acrylic paints, he favors working with a knife, a technique through which he sculpts rich textures and volumes that seem to almost emerge from the canvas, thus providing an immersive visual experience.
Escobar's approach is distinguished by a captivating duality: on the one hand, a precision and fidelity to realistic forms and, on the other, a boldness in the use of contemporary motifs that challenges the viewer. Each work is an invitation to dive into a universe where past and present coexist harmoniously. Henri Escobar is not only a painter; he is an innovator who, through his paintings, constantly dialogues with his admirers and critiques the world with beauty and intelligence.