This expansive serigraph, measuring 28 x 36 inches, is a masterful example of Ernesto Rancaño’s neo-symbolist aesthetic. Rancaño was a poet of the visual arts, known for creating delicate, dreamlike worlds inhabited by ethereal figures, hummingbirds, and silhouettes that evoke a sense of spiritual longing. This piece showcases his characteristic use of fine, rhythmic lines and a muted, atmospheric palette that gives the composition a sense of timelessness.

In his prints, Rancaño often explored the theme of the "journey"—both physical and internal—using symbols like wings, boats, or needles to comment on the human condition and the Cuban experience. The technical execution of this 100-run edition captures the nuances of his hand-drawn graphite lines, a feat achieved through the high-quality screen-printing traditions of Havana. As a late master whose works are held by the National Museum of Fine Arts in Havana and private collectors like Sting and Sean Penn, this serigraph is a vital piece of contemporary Caribbean art history.

Key Details:

• Artist: Ernesto Rancaño (Havana, 1968–2022)

• Medium: Serigraph on heavy art paper

• Edition: 57/100

• Dimensions: 28 x 36 inches

• Signature: Hand-signed and numbered by the artist in pencil

• Provenance: Contemporary Cuban School

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