Artist: Theo Tobiasse (1927–2012)
Title: Delire Bleu (Blue Delirium)
Year: circa 1999
Technique: Original Terragraph (Sand-based print) on heavy paper
Dimensions: 32.5 x 41 in. (82.55 x 104.14 cm)
Status: Hand-signed and numbered 67/199 in ink
About the Artwork:
"Delire Bleu" is a vibrant and monumental work by the world-renowned artist Theo Tobiasse. This piece utilizes the unique Terragraph process, which combines advanced binding materials with natural sand pigments to create a rich, tactile texture. The composition is a kaleidoscopic journey through Tobiasse’s poetic imagination, featuring figures, music, and Jewish motifs in a dreamlike, festive atmosphere. Large-scale and bursting with energy, this Theo Tobiasse artwork is a centerpiece for any modern art collection.
About the Artist:
Theo Tobiasse (1927–2012): A celebrated French-Jewish artist born in Jaffa, known for his distinctive expressionist style.
Themes: His work often explores themes of exile, family, womanhood, and Jewish heritage, blending biblical stories with personal memories.
Terragraph Technique: Developed in Jaffa, this printing method allows for an extraordinary thickness and texture of color, making each print feel like an original painting.