Joseph Iliu, Abstract Composition, Watercolor, Framed

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An elegant abstract watercolor composition by Joseph Iliu (1914–1999) unfolds in fluid washes and gestural strokes, reflecting the artist’s refined … Read more An elegant abstract watercolor composition by Joseph Iliu (1914–1999) unfolds in fluid washes and gestural strokes, reflecting the artist’s refined sense of balance and movement. Iliu, a Romanian-born painter who trained at the fine arts academies of Cluj and Bucharest, moved to Paris in 1949 where he exhibited at the Salon des Réalités Nouvelles and joined the forward-looking Groupe Espace. His modernist approach marries freeform lyrical expression with a keen structural awareness. In this work, translucent earthy tones sweep across the paper, punctuated by bold, ink-like strokes that anchor the composition. The interplay of airy open space and dynamic brushwork creates a rhythmic harmony, exemplifying Iliu’s pursuit of abstraction that is both expressive and composed. Product Details: Artist: Joseph Iliu (1914–1999) – Romanian School Medium: Watercolor drawing on paper Dimensions: 36 × 26 cm Origin: France Condition: Excellent. Paper is clean and well-preserved, with only minimal toning; no tears or stains. See less