Signed, titled, and dated on the reverse: Tulip 7 / Sicilia / 5.85

Sotheby's, New York, November 9, 1989, lot 483; Blum Helman Gallery, New York; Christie's, New York, November 21, 1996, lot 312; Private collection, New Jersey.

José María Sicilia (b. 1954) Tulip 7, 1985 Oil on canvas 102-1/2 x 98-1/2 inches (260.4 x 250.2 cm) Signed, titled, and dated on the reverse: Tulip 7 / Sicilia / 5.85 PROVENANCE: Sotheby's, New York, November 9, 1989, lot 483; Blum Helman Gallery, New York; Christie's, New York, November 21, 1996, lot 312; Private collection, New Jersey. The mid-1980s were a crucial period in the career of Spanish artist José María Sicilia, marking a time when his work gained international recognition and began to solidify his distinctive visual language. During these years, Sicilia developed his signature style, characterized by a delicate balance between abstraction and representation, often focusing on natural subjects like flowers, bees, and organic textures. His work from this period is notable for its subtlety and focus on light and texture, elements that enabled him to evoke complex emotional and sensory experiences. This period established Sicilia not only as a key figure in Spanish contemporary art but also as an influential voice in the broader international art scene. HID12401132022 © 2024 Heritage Auctions | All Rights Reserved www.HA.com/TexasAuctioneerLicenseNotice

Unlined canvas. Craquelure throughout, most notably affecting the white pigments. Scattered small surface abrasions and minor losses, particularly near edges. Minor surface dirt and dust. This lot is offered unframed.