VANTA - Anthropométrie 002

Anthropométrie 002 (170x140 cm)

"Anthropométrie 002" is a continuation of the artist's profound engagement with the concept of using the human body as a living brush. Measuring 170x140 cm, this painting draws inspiration from the original "Anthropométrie" concept, a practice that involves using the human form to apply paint directly onto the canvas. In this piece, nude female models were used to create the flowing silhouettes visible in the rich ultramarine blue, their physical presence imprinted onto the surface, capturing the essence of movement and human expression.

The ultramarine pigment, formulated by the artist to replicate the intense matte finish and vibrant depth of International Klein Blue (IKB), is applied by hand. The result is a perfect marriage of color and form, where the models’ bodies leave bold, sweeping impressions that bring an organic and tactile element to the composition. The deep blue hue, coupled with the natural curves of the silhouettes, creates an atmosphere that is both ethereal and dynamic, where the human presence becomes both the subject and the medium.

"Anthropométrie 002" is a meditation on the interaction between the body and the canvas, between physicality and abstraction. The large, uninterrupted forms of ultramarine blue stand in sharp contrast to the untouched areas of the canvas, enhancing the sense of movement and flow. This piece celebrates the visceral act of creation, exploring how the human body can become an instrument of art in its most literal and expressive sense. It represents both a continuation of a storied tradition and a bold, contemporary interpretation, offering a fresh perspective on the unity of body, pigment, and canvas.

Shipping:
The work is delivered without a frame (professional packaging, rolled in a tube). it can easily be restretched by a professional or on your own, this is also cheaper then the otherwise increased cost of shipping when sending paintings stretched

The measurements indicated are those of the painting stretched and mounted on a frame (The actual
measurements of the canvas are larger to allow it to be mounted on a frame 2-4 cm thick.