Juvenal Sansó (b. 1929)
Dusk Flower
signed (lower right)
acrylic on canvas
31 1/2" x 20 3/4" (80 cm x 52 cm)

PROPERTY FROM THE ARCH. AND MRS. JORGE RAMOS COLLECTION
Accompanied by a certificate issued by Fundacion Sansóconfirming the authenticity of this lot




Juvenal Sansó’s palette, as described by art critic Rod. ParasPerez is “as austere but rich in its modulation,” where blue or orange are the predominant colors. Paras-Perez also noted his handling of lines, specifically of calligraphic gestures, writing that it “is of such density and intensity, so pervasively part of the visual structure that it could be generated only by sustained passion.” Metaphorically, Sansó is a visual poet with an intense passion for musing. As written in the French daily morning newspaper Le Figaro, “Sansó is a contemplative poet; his landscapes that seem fantastic are authentic, seen in the Far-East… his flowers, masses of rocks, the fishing traps… his tropical plants are all remembered so clearly that he can recreate them in his works… in this silent world no human figure seems to penetrate.” Sansó’s depiction of nature and its stunning flora give us a glimpse of how Sansó gives prominence to memory as a fundamental facet in his works. This, in turn, leaves an enthralling atmosphere for the viewer. The genuineness in his subjects stems from a sincere appreciation of his upbringing. Humanity best expresses itself through art – an exceptional medium for us to convey and exhibit the depth of our spirits. For Sansó, art is a monumental declaration of our nature made by a remarkable individual. This statement perfectly encapsulates his prodigious qualities as an artist. (A.M.)