G0067

The aperitif

Ref Num.: G0067

Date: 1930

Typology: Prints

Technique: Drypoint

Dimensions: 15.2 x 13.3 cm (plate mark)

Signed: –

Barcelona, MNAC, no. 5.642

This small-scale work is a masterpiece. Nogués looks at the couple having an aperitif from a satirical angle. The composition, the quality and the setting are combined in total harmony. This is Nogués’ second drypoint and he already appears to be completely at ease with the technique.

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