Perspectives on the Artistic Framework
Interpreting the world through art can be a fascinating journey that goes beyond simple brushstrokes. When an artist seeks to expand the boundaries of their work, they often do so by overstepping the framework that separates their work from the outside world. This notion is palpable in the career of Santiago Rusiñol, one of the great visionaries of modern art in Catalonia, who challenged not only the content of his work, but also the way in which it was exhibited.
Frameworks like Context Reflection
Rusiñol opted for two distinctive paths: one that sought to recover the greatness of the past through historical frameworks, and another that allowed itself to be influenced by modern aesthetics, as exemplified by the work of Degas. This duality is evident in his Cau Ferrat collection, where every detail not only reinforced the style of the works, but dignified their artistic language.
The Casacuberta Marsans Collection
At the same time, the Casacuberta Marsans family has become a fundamental actor in the preservation and promotion of Catalan art. His private collection includes works ranging from Gothic architecture to modernism, each of them framed with historical criteria that seek to create an aesthetic dialogue between the painting and its environment.
The Art of Fins and Fons in Modernity
The exhibition ‘The framed figure. Unique works from the Casacuberta Marsans’ Collection highlight this exchange between the world of ancient and contemporary art. At the Palau de Maricel, the visitor will find an amazing display of 21 works by relevant painters such as Lluís Borassà or Joaquim Sunyer that invite you to reflect on the interactions between art and frames.
Duality of the Frame
Focusing on the function of a frame not only opens up a range of visual interpretations, but also reveals disturbing episodes about the way in which art can be ‘dominated’ or ‘hidden’ by framing. It shows how, in the tension between the artistic content and the frame, a new way of expression can be discovered that demands attention both for the image it presents and for what it decides to leave out.
Aesthetic Contrasts and Collisions
One of the most fascinating aspects of the interaction between Rusiñol and the Casacuberta Marsans collection is the ability to create memorable contrasts. Mixing paintings that defy the norm with frames that whisper the pomp of another time can lead to an immersive and revelatory experience.
Art as a Total Experience
Reflection on the frame leads us to rethink our relationship with art and our expectations. The search for beauty and uniqueness is not limited to paintings, but extends to walls, ceilings and the entire environment. The true mission of modern art can be a vast game of exploration to get each element to influence and summon a new form of perception.