SaveMagic City
| Year of creation | 2019 |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 108 W × 149 H × 0.2 D cm |
| Type of art | painting |
| Style | abstract |
| Genre | cityscapes |
| Materials | oil, canvas |
| Type of packaging | art tube |
Description of the Artwork “Magic City”
In 'Magic City', Constantin Roucault masterfully captures the vibrant, pulsating heart of Las Vegas. Through a kaleidoscope of colors, this piece takes the viewer on a journey through the city's dazzling highs and haunting lows. The painting predates 'Urban Colors' and continues the narrative of human and urban intertwine. Here, Las Vegas is not just a backdrop but a living, breathing entity. Dots and bubbles traverse the canvas, symbolizing the dualities of luck and loss, richness and poverty, glamour and grotesqueness. This dynamic interplay invites contemplation on the nature of achievement and failure, and the complex relationships between the city's visitors and inhabitants. Roucault's work is a profound reflection on the beauty and chaos of urban life, capturing the magic and the madness of a city that never sleeps.
Artwork in the interior
Constantin Roucault, Switzerland
Constantin Roucault, a contemporary Swiss artist who draws inspiration from the cubist representation of urban and industrial subjects found in the works of American painters Charles Sheeler, Charles Demuth, and, to some extent, Edward Hopper. This early influence propelled him towards embracing the artistic style. The city and nature, in their myriad forms, have remained enduring sources of inspiration for Constantin throughout his artistic journey. His artworks navigate the intersection of figurative and graphic styles, oscillating between abstraction and realism. Central to his creative process is the use of oil paint, a fundamental medium that brings his visions to life. In certain instances, Constantin incorporates diverse media and techniques, including acrylic, ink, charcoal, collage, and screen printing, to enhance the expressive depth of his creations. This versatile approach allows him to explore and push the boundaries of artistic representation, creating a body of work that resonates with both abstraction and the tangible reality of the subjects he portrays.