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G0067

The Aperitif

Ref Num.:G0067

Details


Date: 1930

Typology: Graphic Works

Technique: Drypoint

Dimensions: 15.2×13.3cm (platemark)

Signed: _

Location


MNAC, Barcelona, no. 5.642

Description


The small-scale work is a masterpiece. Nogués takes a satirical approach to the couple having an aperitif. The composition, the qualities and the setting are combined harmoniously. This is Nogués’ second drypoint and he already seems to be totally at ease with the technique.

Provenance


_

Exhibitions


Xavier Nogués, Barcelona 1873-1941, Palau de la Virreina, March – April 1967.

Bibliography


Jaume Pla, Els gravats de Xavier Nogués, Fundació Xavier Nogués, Barcelona, 1960, cat. no. 46, plate 87

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