PROPERTY FROM THE BENITO J. LEGARDA JR. COLLECTION

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ABOUT THE WORK

Brittany, a charming place that Juvenal Sansó captured in his Brittany series, has a wild, rocky coast jutting out of the Atlantic, stretching down to Biscay and Bordeaux. During low tide, sandy shores with deserted boats are exposed. Various rock formations also add to Brittany’s beauty. The artist’s Brittany series presents a sense of place from a contemplative perspective. Critic Rod Paras-Perez noted that Sansó’s palette is austere but rich in its modulation. “Moreover, his handling of lines—of calligraphic gestures—is of such density and intensity, so pervasively part of the visual structure that it could be generated only by sustained passion,” wrote Paras-Perez. This evocative piece from the said series leads the viewer to a moment of introspection; the profound beauty and brooding atmosphere of nature takes centerstage, leading to stillness and quietude. Showcased is his signature poetic surrealism and masterful handling of the brush.