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Dimitri BOUCHENE (1893-1993).
Circa 1950 Abstract Gouache Composition by Dimitri Bouchène

Circa 1950

$1,179.23
£874.09
€1,200VAT Included
CA$1,645.08
A$1,668.88
CHF 952.84
MX$20,207.50
NOK 11,217.26
SEK 11,180.03
DKK 7,627.25

About the Item

This striking circa 1950 gouache by Dimitri Bouchène, is a powerful example of mid-century modern expressionism infused with theatrical elegance and painterly freedom. Executed with energetic brushwork and dramatic contrasts, the composition presents an enigmatic female figure emerging from a whirlwind of dark tones, angular forms, and luminous turquoise accents. The work balances abstraction and figuration, creating a dreamlike atmosphere charged with movement and emotional intensity. The flowing red drapery and fragmented forms evoke both stage costume and modern dance, themes closely associated with Bouchène’s artistic universe. Dimitri Bouchène was a Russian-born painter, illustrator, and stage designer who became an important figure of the Parisian émigré artistic scene during the twentieth century. Closely connected to the worlds of ballet, theatre, and decorative arts, his work often blended elegance, fantasy, and modernist experimentation. His creations reveal the influence of both Russian avant-garde aesthetics and the refined sophistication of postwar Parisian art. In this gouache, the artist demonstrates a remarkable command of gesture and color. The loose yet controlled brushstrokes give the composition spontaneity and rhythm, while the limited palette of blacks, greys, burgundy reds, and pale blue-greens creates a sophisticated visual tension. The partially abstracted body becomes almost sculptural, emerging from the dark surrounding space through flashes of light and movement. The work also reflects the broader postwar interest in expressive figuration and theatrical modernism. Rather than depicting a precise narrative scene, Bouchène focuses on mood, gesture, and visual sensation. The result feels deeply personal and poetic, somewhere between costume study, modern dance composition, and abstract expression. Gouaches by Dimitri Bouchène are increasingly appreciated today for their rarity and their unique position between fine art, theatre design, and modern decorative aesthetics. This Composition stands as a refined and evocative example of postwar European modernism, combining expressive energy with elegant artistic sophistication. Gouache Abstract
  • Creator:
    Dimitri BOUCHENE (1893-1993). (1893 - 1993, Russian)
  • Creation Year:
    Circa 1950
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 13 in (33 cm)Width: 9.85 in (25 cm)
  • Medium:
  • Period:
  • Condition:
    Good condition.
  • Gallery Location:
    PARIS, FR
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1792218101512

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