Night Shift — Charcoal on Paper by Arnaud Quercy
Charcoal on Paper, 21.0×29.5cm
Arnaud Quercy, 2024 — France
Where industrial architecture becomes pure geometric poetry in charcoal
First exhibited at Marché de la Création – Paris Montparnasse, Paris, April 2024 — Rencontres au Marché de la Création.
- ✓ Original artwork, hand-drawn by Arnaud Quercy
- ✓ Certificate of authenticity included
- ✓ Complimentary delivery within France and the EU
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.
About This Artwork
Night Shift explores the interplay between geometric abstraction and industrial imagery through monochromatic charcoal work. Part of the Research on Tensions collection, the drawing examines how architectural forms can suggest mechanical processes and structural relationships. The work investigates the visual language of industrial environments translated into pure form and shadow.
The composition features a series of geometric shapes that evoke industrial machinery and architectural elements. Charcoal creates rich tonal variations across the paper surface, with deep blacks anchoring cylindrical and rectangular forms. Light gray areas provide contrast and suggest illuminated surfaces, while mid-tone grays model the dimensional qualities of the geometric elements. The monochromatic palette emphasizes the structural relationships between forms rather than surface decoration.
The drawing measures 21.0 × 29.5 cm on paper, creating an intimate scale for detailed observation. As part of the Research on Tensions collection, the work continues Quercy's investigation of geometric relationships and spatial dynamics. The piece carries certificate of authenticity number 20240505-0069 and bears the artist's signature on the front right. Created in France in 2024, the work demonstrates the expressive potential of charcoal as a medium for architectural abstraction.
Details & Provenance
Technical Specifications
- Medium: Charcoal on Paper
- Dimensions: 21.0×29.5cm
- Weight:
- Created: 2024, France
- Certificate: 20240505-0069
- SKU: Arnaud Quercy Creations / AQC0573 / 2024
Gallery Label
Night Shift Charcoal on Paper, 21.0×29.5cm Arnaud Quercy Creations / AQC0573 / 2024
Materials & Technique
This drawing is created using artist-grade charcoal on acid-free, archival paper. Charcoal allows for rich, velvety blacks and subtle tonal gradations, with both broad gestural marks and fine detail work.
The finished work is treated with fixative to preserve the delicate charcoal surface. Each piece is signed by the artist and includes a certificate of authenticity with unique registration number.
Delivery & Handling
Each work is carefully packaged by the artist and shipped fully insured. Complimentary delivery within France and the European Union. Worldwide shipping available upon request.
Delivery times:
- France: 2-3 business days
- EU: 3-5 business days
- USA/Canada: 5-7 business days
- Rest of world: 7-14 business days
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Shipping costs outside France and EU are communicated upon enquiry.
