TERÁN
High Ascent, Alter Ego
| size |
H910 W1770 mm |
| Year of production |
2025
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| Categories |
Painting |
| Shipping |
Expected to ship within 3-4 weeks after the exhibition ends Please see above for details on shipping charges. |
| material |
Oil on Canvas |
作品説明
In this artwork, Picasso lifts a kite with a smile of defiance, as if trying to make his ego soar higher than Fuji itself. He’s immersed in a Hokusai painting, watching the mountain turn red in the sun set, an explosion of colour that challenges stillness.
The wind blows strong, but Picasso doesn’t notice. The only thing that matters is the kite, his personal struggle with the mountain, the desire to rise above it all.
He cannot stand that Hokusai, in his stillness, has flown higher than him, and he certainly cannot bear that Fuji remains towering above his restless soul.
The kite trembles in the air, rising and falling, as if playing along with him. And as the landscape merges in a dance of light and shadow, Picasso bursts out laughing. There’s no resentment, only amusement.
He realizes he’s been fighting all his life, like a constant game against the universe, and that this struggle, this need to surpass, is an essential part of his being. It’s because of that relentless drive that he’s become Pablo Picasso, the man who, like his kite, will never stop flying, defying, and being greater than Fuji.
Gaifū kaisei also known as Red Fuji, is one of the most iconic prints from Katsushika Hokusai’s Thirty-Six Views of Mount Fuji. It captures a rare and beautiful moment on a summer morning when the southern wind blows and the clear sky allows the rising sun to bathe Mount Fuji in a brilliant red hue.
In the image, the slopes of the mountain glow in red, while the base is lined with lush green forest. Wispy clouds known as "iwashi-gumo" float in the blue sky above. The strong contrast between the warm red and cool green, along with the rhythmical brushwork of the trees, creates a striking sense of depth and stillness. The composition, with its wide open sky and perfect balance, conveys a quiet yet powerful presence.
This print also reflects the cultural and spiritual significance of Mount Fuji in Japan. At the time, a popular folk belief known as the Fujikō saw the mountain as sacred. Hokusai’s portrayal can be seen as a visual expression of Mount Fuji as a spiritual symbol, combining natural beauty with a deep sense of reverence.
アーティスト
TERÁN
Terán is an internationally acclaimed artist whose work has been shown in renowned galleries and art fairs in Europe and Latin America. His expression is characterized by a unique painterly language that blends tradition and modernity, and he continues to explore the possibilities of art while incorporating new techniques, focusing on urban landscapes and visual memories. Recent projects include the critically acclaimed "Making-of", which was exhibited in galleries across Spain in 2024. In addition, he will exhibit "Homage to Fontana" at the Ateneo de Madrid in 2025, a work that pays tribute to Lucio Fontana, an iconic figure in contemporary art.
Also in April 2025, Teran will present his new "Fantasías de Picasso" series in Tokyo, marking his first solo exhibition in Japan. This exhibition marks an important milestone in Teran's career, creating a rare opportunity to create a visual dialogue across cultures through his encounter with a Japanese audience. Teran's work has a unique perspective, challenging tradition by crossing different styles and reconstructing the codes of painting. The series will travel to Helsingborg, Sweden at the end of the year, expanding his international activities. He uses irony as a creative tool with a bold approach, questioning how the viewer interacts with the image.
Over the years, his work has received numerous accolades, and in 2013 he was named one of the "100 Personalities of Latin America" in Madrid. He has also presented works paying tribute to great artists, such as "Retrato Capital", which has traveled to various cities since 2005, and the "Homage to Geniuses" series, presented at the Antonio Saura Foundation and the Ateneo de Madrid. In addition, he will participate in the "Latin American Week" held at the UNESCO Paris headquarters in 2022, strengthening his presence on the international art scene.
From Madrid to Tokyo and around the world, Terán continues to explore the boundaries of contemporary painting, offering a vision of art that transcends borders and enriches today's art scene.