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Serge Guerin (1916)
Mid Century French Geometric Abstract Starburst Composition Ink on Paper

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About the Item

Title: Mid Century French Geometric Abstract Starburst Composition Ink on Paper by Serge Guerin (b. 1916), French Black ink on paper, unframed Size: 19.75 (height) x 25.75 (width) inches Provenance: private collection, Paris, France Condition: good and sound, light handling to sheet and faint age toning consistent with age; deckled edges present Description: A striking and meticulously executed geometric ink composition by mid-century French artist Serge Guerin, this work explores structure, rhythm, and movement through an array of starburst-like forms. Fine intersecting lines radiate from sharp, crystalline centres, creating a sense of tension and expansion across the page. The arrangement suggests both architectural precision and cosmic abstraction — reminiscent of early Op Art and the Constructivist influences that shaped much of French modernism in the 1950s and 1960s. Guerin’s use of black ink reveals his mastery of draftsmanship and balance: delicate crosshatching contrasts with bold, spiked planes to achieve an intricate interplay of light and shadow. The resulting design evokes both celestial constellations and futuristic cityscapes, underscoring the artist’s fascination with geometry as a universal language. The clean linearity and spatial rhythm make this an ideal piece for collectors of mid-century French abstraction, modernist works on paper, or minimal geometric design. Signed with the artist’s monogram lower right, the drawing embodies the refined precision and imagination characteristic of Guerin’s practice. Keywords for collectors and interiors: French modernist drawing, geometric abstract, mid century ink art, starburst design, Op Art, Constructivist composition, Ecole de Paris.
  • Creator:
    Serge Guerin (1916) (1916, French)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 19.75 in (50.17 cm)Width: 25.75 in (65.41 cm)
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  • Gallery Location:
    Cirencester, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU509317051272

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