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James Pichette (1920–1996)
Gouache on paper
Signed lower right and dated 68
Bears a dedication lower right
Very good condition
Dimensions 36 x 26 cm – framed 46 x 36 cm
A Look at the Work ®
While the form becomes more refined, the work remains driven by the primacy of the gesture and the momentum of the line—much like the gouache on blue paper also featured on this site.
This 1968 gouache marks a shift toward greater graphic force, moving away from elaborate backgrounds to focus on a powerful verticality. Forms rise from the center of the sheet like calligraphic signs.
The work is structured around a central axis, a veritable backbone from which blue and red curves spring forth. Here we find the idea of a sudden surge: each stroke seems to be a clear decision, a definitive impulse that gives the painting the appearance of a burst of energy. The color palette has become more radical, featuring purer colors and a black that gains in authority, structuring the whole with greater rigor than in 1961.
Pichette’s technique remains dynamic, playing on bold layers where one can clearly discern the order in which the brushstrokes were applied. By simplifying his approach, the artist gains in intensity: the empty space on the paper becomes an essential breath of fresh air that underscores the vigor of each movement.
Ref: 4YXD955VTW
| Condition | Very good |
| Style | 50's, 60's, 70's (Gouaches of 50's, 60's, 70's Style) |
| Period | 20th century (Gouaches 20th century) |
| Country of origin | France |
| Artist | James Pichette |
| Length (cm) | 26 |
| Height (cm) | 36 |
| Shipping Time | Ready to ship in 2-3 Business Days |
| Location | 44300, NANTES, France |
| Shipping Information | Fast and careful shipping, dedicated carrier (quote available upon request) Shipping tracking by the gallery and you |
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