{"product_id":"the-formalist-2023","title":"The Formalist, 2023","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Formalist\u003c\/em\u003e is an original figurative portrait defined by a composed frontal presence and a strong contrast between the sitter’s illuminated face and dark formal clothing. The asymmetric treatment of light and shadow gives the portrait its visual tension, while the moustache, tailored collar and patterned tie establish a distinctive sense of character.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExecuted in \u003cstrong\u003echarcoal on paper\u003c\/strong\u003e, the drawing moves between carefully observed facial features and broader, more expressive passages of charcoal. Dense tonal areas across the clothing are balanced by exposed paper and directional marks in the background, creating depth while retaining the immediacy of the medium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn original, one of a kind work by academic artist Nikola, signed and dated \u003cstrong\u003e2023\u003c\/strong\u003e. A substantial original charcoal portrait suited to private collections, contemporary interiors and curated art spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(207, 12, 12);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(207, 12, 12);\"\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eT\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eh\u003c\/span\u003ee work has a tear extending from the upper edge of the sheet, secured from the reverse. The tear does not affect the principal portrait. Please refer to the condition photographs for detail. In consideration of the condition, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eprofessional framing is included at no additional cost\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. If agreed with the buyer prior to dispatch, the artwork can be supplied framed and ready for presentation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYear:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2023\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMedium:\u003c\/strong\u003e Charcoal on paper\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCategory:\u003c\/strong\u003e Original Portrait Drawing\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 69.5 × 50 cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Figurative, Portraiture, Realism\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nikola\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOriginal:\u003c\/strong\u003e One of a kind\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePresentation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sold unframed. Framing is available at an additional cost. If you would like the artwork framed, please contact us by email or phone before placing and paying for your order. If the artwork has already been purchased unframed, please contact us as soon as possible before shipment to arrange and pay for framing.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Original art","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58820668031301,"sku":null,"price":290.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1061\/8326\/2533\/files\/ChatGPTImageAug10_2026at04_15_09PM.png?v=1786371358","url":"https:\/\/popfactory.art\/products\/the-formalist-2023","provider":"POP FACTORY","version":"1.0","type":"link"}