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Close Before Striking III,
2014
Roberto Fonfria
Painting : Watercolour, lead mine, collage
50.8 x 40.6 x 0.3 cm 20 x 16 x 0.1 inch
$980
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Unique work
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Hand-signed by artist
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50.8 x 40.6 x 0.3 cm 20 x 16 x 0.1 inch Height x Width x Depth
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Framing
White wood frame
Artwork dimensions including frame
61 x 50.8 x 2.5 cm 24 x 20 x 1 inch
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Artwork location: United States
Close Before Striking III, 2014 Image size: 20 in. H x 16 in. W Frame size: 24 in. H x 20 in. W x 1 in. D Collage, watercolor, and graphite Mounted on a white frame.
This compelling artwork presents a thought-provoking visual narrative through a series of altered photographic portraits, cleverly overlaid on a neutral, earthy background. The piece features four distinct faces, each methodically segmented and marked with poignant handwritten text that connects visually through a subtle interplay of lines and fragmented images. The top left portrait depicts a man, his facial features partially obscured by an overlay of white tape, upon which the words "He demands a hug, had his heart in a box" are inscribed. This visceral message evokes a sense of vulnerability and emotional confinement, accentuated by the stark contrast between the soft graphite background and the bold, assertive lettering. On the top right, a man’s face, tinted with a subtle green hue, captures attention. The inscription "He eyes those he loves like prey" is positioned across the image, evoking a tense, predatory gaze that contrasts with the gentle vulnerability expressed in the first portrait. Below, the bottom left image shows a woman with her eyes darkened, intensifying the mood of fear and secrecy. Her description reads, "She’s afraid he hides behind smiles," conveying an intricate emotional landscape of internalized fear and the complexity of facade. On the bottom right, another man's face is partially obscured, accented by a rough, horizontal strip of white. The accompanying words, "He tried to leave eleven times but always came back," suggest a struggle for autonomy against an inescapable emotional gravitational pull. Each alteration and text piece is carefully curated to add layers of meaning, inviting viewers to delve into the complexities of human emotion and relationships. The overlapping use of color as symbols, along with the fragmented presentation of the faces, demands an active engagement from the audience, encouraging interpretations that are both personal and universal. The artwork unmistakably stands out as a striking commentary on the spectrum of human emotion, connection, and conflict.
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He was born in Caracas, Venezuela in 1969.
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He was born in Caracas, Venezuela in 1969.
Roberto Fonfría creates stories through a random mix of found images, photographs, drawings, and words. He combines these elements and builds layers and textures using acrylics, common objects, and collage. His work explores human behavior and social rules with a critic eye and humor, touching on personal themes such as dreams, fears, and memories.
The images come from old magazines, advertising and photo albums collected at thrift stores. By extracting them from their natural context, he reconstructs them by adding references to popular culture as well as common phrases and insights that come from his Venezuelan childhood.
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