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James Coignard

James Coignard

$2,500

French (1925–2008)

  • Date: 1988
  • Carborundum Etching, Signed and numbered in pencil
  • Edition of 2/95
  • Size: 39.5 x 29 in. (100.33 x 73.66 cm)

$2,500

Unframed

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about Rupture

James Coignard’s Rupture explores themes of fragmentation and discontinuity through the French master’s signature Abstract Expressionist approach and revolutionary carborundum etching technique.

This compelling work demonstrates Coignard’s ability to visualize psychological and emotional states through abstract form, creating a composition that seems to break apart and reform before the viewer’s eyes. The piece showcases the artist’s innovative printmaking methods and his deep understanding of surface texture, rendered with the technical mastery and expressive power that established him as one of Europe’s most important contemporary printmakers. Rupture exemplifies Coignard’s talent for transforming conceptual ideas into powerful visual experiences that challenge traditional printmaking conventions.

About The Artist: James Coignard

James Coignard, painter, ceramist, sculptor and etcher, was born in Tours in 1925. At the age of 23 and after a brief career in the French administration, he discovers the landscapes of the French Riviera and decides to study at Arts décoratifs in Nice. Four years later, he quits his job at the administration to commit himself entirely to his artistic career. The encounter with Paul Hervieu in 1950 is decisive. His collaboration with...

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About The Medium: Carborundum

The trade name for silicon carbide, carborundum began its use in printmaking as an abrasive which was used in effacing lithographic stones. The particles, when mixed together with glue can also be used to draw on a plate - sometimes creating a raised surface - which is then inked and printed with the ink being held in the spaces between the particles. The resulting prints are often textured due to the raised areas of the printing surface.

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Rupture

James Coignard

1988

Unframed

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Rupture

James Coignard

1988

Optional Framing Choices

RoGallery framing experts will choose the best moulding to match your artwork based on your color selection.  If you have custom framing requests contact us

$342.50

Black

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Light Wood

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Gold

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Silver

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Dark Wood

Framing includes: High Quality Wood Mouldings, Acid-free Materials (hinge tape, matting, and backing), plexiglass, and hanging hardware. 

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