The Cat Of Istanbul - Variations 1 — Watercolor on Paper by Arnaud Quercy
Watercolor on Paper, 21.0×30.0cm
Arnaud Quercy, 2023 — France
Where Istanbul's cats become pure geometry and color
- ✓ Original artwork, hand-painted by Arnaud Quercy
- ✓ Certificate of authenticity included
Arnaud Quercy is a Parisian artist working across painting, music, and sculpture. His practice is grounded in Ideamorphism — the principle that a work of art does not carry meaning, but triggers it. Each piece is engineered to diffract differently through each person who encounters it.
He creates and exhibits at Art Quam Anima, his gallery-atelier at 28 rue du Dragon, Saint-Germain-des-Prés, Paris.
Series: The Cat Of Istanbul
Variation 1 · 6 works in this series
The Cat Of Istanbul
About This Artwork
This watercolor explores the urban feline presence through abstract geometric forms and warm color relationships. Part of the "Nature in the city" collection, the work transforms observational drawing into a contemporary interpretation that balances representation with pure color interaction.
Rosy brown and coral tones dominate the composition, creating substantial presence across interlocking geometric shapes. Blue-gray elements provide cool counterpoints, appearing in angular forms that suggest architectural fragments. Yellow accents emerge through the layered transparent washes, while darker red-orange areas anchor the lower portions. The watercolor technique allows colors to blend at edges while maintaining distinct geometric boundaries throughout the vertical format.
The work measures 21.0 × 30.0 cm on paper, signed on the back with certificate of authenticity number 20231231-0007. This piece represents the first variation in the series, establishing the foundational color relationships and geometric vocabulary that characterizes the collection's approach to urban wildlife subjects.
Details & Provenance
Technical Specifications
- Medium: Watercolor on Paper
- Dimensions: 21.0×30.0cm
- Weight:
- Created: 2023, France
- Certificate: 20231231-0007
- SKU: Arnaud Quercy Creations / AQC0420 / 2023
Gallery Label
The Cat Of Istanbul - Variations 1 Watercolor on Paper, 21.0×30.0cm Arnaud Quercy Creations / AQC0420 / 2023
Materials & Technique
This painting is created using artist-grade watercolor pigments on acid-free, archival paper. Watercolor's transparency creates luminous effects as light passes through the pigment layers to reflect off the white paper beneath.
The work demonstrates careful control of water and pigment to achieve both soft washes and precise details. Each piece is signed by the artist and includes a certificate of authenticity with unique registration number.
Collection Notice
This work is part of the artist's permanent collection and is not available for acquisition.
