Modest Cuixart

Galeria Bonino, New York

Mr. and Mrs. Maurice Swergold, New York (acquired from the above)

Sotheby's, New York, 14 April 2022, lot 69 (consigned by the above)

Acquired from the above by the present owner

During the late 1950's, and until 1963, Cuixart explores deep and strident usage of black, red, copper, and violet - paired with mixed media reliefs that add dynamism to the paintings.

In 1959, Cuixart won the first prize from the São Paulo Art Biennial. The following year, select works by Cuixart were exhibited at the Guggenheim Museum in New York. In 1963, Cuixart received further recognition with inclusion in Guggenheim International Award.

Sotheby's thanks Dr. Raquel Medina and the Fundació Cuixart for their assistance and research.