OUARDANE Abderrahmane (b. 1947) - Lot 236

OUARDANE Abderrahmane (b. 1947) Nude with flowers, 2020, Antibes. Mixed media on canvas. Signed lower right. 140 x 115 cm Note: Artist Abderrahmane OUARDANE hails from Casablanca. He studied at the Ateliers Beaux-Arts Thur in Paris in the 1970s. He has exhibited regularly since 1980. Lives and works in Morocco. Close to the trans-Mediterranean modernists of the Casablanca School. The predominant themes of his painting are the "woman-muse" and vernacular signs. He devoted his first exhibitions to the theme of the nude. His art is rooted in an imagination that oscillates between tradition and modernity, integrating cultural and historical elements and an immersive aesthetic drawn from intangible heritage while exploring contemporary themes. The motifs, often inspired by nature, demonstrate a strong link with the environment and roots. The work reflects a unique sensibility, combining aesthetics and the play of contrasts between light and shadow to accentuate shapes and textures. Ouardane explores emotions and intimacy, making each piece unique through her personal vision of vulnerability and strength. The use of vibrant colors, varied materials and techniques demonstrates her mastery and creativity. The artist's work celebrates beauty and essence, inviting the viewer to meditate on body and soul.