Art Miami 2025
Helen Frankenthaler, Tout à Coup, edition of 46, 1987
Two-colour etching, aquatint, and drypoint on Magnani paper, 87 x 41 inches /
Helen Frankenthaler's prints are a continuation of her painting practice by bringing the same experimental, expressive and process-driven approach to the work. Best known for her innovation of the soak-stain technique in painting - pouring thinned paint onto unprimed canvas to create fluid, color-saturated fields. Similarly, in printmaking, she explored the same physicality of materials, pushing boundaries by layering multiple plates and using unusual tools.
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Pretending to be Awake (2024) by Taher Jaoui is a striking mixed-media painting on canvas, merging gestural abstraction, vibrant color contrasts, and dynamic mark-making. This large-scale composition features bold brushstrokes, cryptic symbols, and expressive textures, evoking themes of consciousness, perception, and dreamlike states.
Jaoui’s distinct artistic style, influenced by abstract expressionism, street art, and conceptual abstraction, results in an artwork that is both visually bold and intellectually engaging. The layering of fluid forms, spontaneous gestures, and intricate markings adds a depth of narrative, making Pretending to be Awake an exceptional statement piece for contemporary collectors and designers.
This museum-quality contemporary artwork is a highly sought-after acquisition, available exclusively at Sponder Gallery.
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Exclusive Availability – Represented and available only through Sponder Gallery.
Investment-Quality Art – Taher Jaoui is a globally recognized contemporary artist with a strong market presence.
Bold Aesthetic Appeal – A visually compelling composition featuring expressive abstraction, vibrant colors, and layered textures.
Versatile Statement Piece – Enhances private collections, corporate spaces, and contemporary interiors.
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Sponder Gallery is a premier fine art gallery, specializing in modern and contemporary art from internationally acclaimed artists. We provide expert guidance for private collectors, interior designers, and corporate buyers, ensuring the strategic acquisition of investment-grade contemporary artworks.
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Paul Jenkins, Phenomena White Chalice, 1986
Acrylic on canvas, 39 x 40 1/2 in.
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![Alex Katz, Straw Hat 1; edition 140/150, 2022
Archival pigment print on 315 gsm paper, 36 x 36 inches (paper) / 43 x 43 inches (framed) [+$1,250 frame]
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Robert Motherwell, Elegy Black Black; edition 89/98, 1983
Lithograph on white TGL handmade paper, 15 x 37.75 inches (paper) / 22 x 45.5 inches (framed)
This lithograph was printed by Roger Campbell and Lee Funderburg at Tyler Graphics Ltd., New York, and published by Tyler Graphics Ltd., New York.
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Frank Stella, Bene Come Il Sale, edition 27/50, 1989
relief-printed etching on TGL handmade paper, 85 x 65.5 inches framed
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About the Artwork
Boaz Vaadia’s Haza'el (#113) (2011) is a powerful and introspective figurative sculpture featuring a kneeling human form composed of carefully stacked bronze and bluestone layers. The pose suggests contemplation, humility, and a deep connection to the earth, reinforcing Vaadia’s philosophy of working in harmony with natural materials.
This work seamlessly merges ancient sculptural traditions with modern abstraction, making Haza'el (#113) an essential addition to collections that emphasize figurative art, minimalism, and natural material aesthetics.
The carefully layered composition creates a geological effect, suggesting the passage of time and humanity’s enduring relationship with the natural world. The figure’s form appears both timeless and rooted in the present, making it a compelling acquisition for collectors of contemporary stone sculpture and abstract figurative works.
About the Artist
Boaz Vaadia (1951–2017) was an internationally renowned sculptor known for his innovative use of natural materials and his distinctive stacked stone technique. His works are housed in major public and private collections, including installations at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Brooklyn Museum, and the Bass Museum of Art.
Why Collect This Work?
- Symbolic & Meditative: Haza'el (#113) conveys themes of humility, reflection, and connection with nature.
- Museum-Quality Artwork: Vaadia’s sculptures are exhibited in major institutions worldwide.
- Unique Material Composition: The use of bronze and bluestone enhances the sculpture’s raw, organic quality.
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Artwork Details
- Artist: Boaz Vaadia
- Title: Ge'u'el & Binyamin (#73)
- Edition: 0/7
- Medium: Bronze, Bluestone, and Boulder
- Dimensions: 23 x 28 x 28 in.
- Availability: Available for acquisition through Sponder Gallery
About the Artwork
Boaz Vaadia’s Ge'u'el & Binyamin (#73) is an intricately balanced dual-figure composition that captures the quiet interaction between two human forms—one seated, the other standing—divided by a naturally positioned boulder. This work emphasizes Vaadia’s artistic approach of merging human presence with geological formations, creating sculptures that feel both ancient and contemporary.
By layering stacked stone to resemble natural rock formations, Vaadia constructs figures that are both abstract and familiar, evoking themes of reflection, connection, and coexistence with nature. The choice of bronze, bluestone, and boulder materials further enhances the sculpture’s visual depth and enduring quality.
This editioned work (0/7) is an ideal choice for collectors of contemporary sculpture and those drawn to modern figurative abstraction.
About the Artist
Boaz Vaadia (1951–2017) was an internationally renowned sculptor known for his use of natural materials and his distinctive stacked stone technique. His works are held in major public and private collections, including installations at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Brooklyn Museum, and the Bass Museum of Art.
Why Collect This Work?
- Symbolic & Meditative: Ge'u'el & Binyamin (#73) captures themes of companionship, introspection, and the interplay between humanity and nature.
- Museum-Quality Artwork: Vaadia’s sculptures are housed in prominent institutions worldwide.
- Unique Material Composition: The combination of bronze, bluestone, and boulder enhances the sculpture’s visual depth and tactile quality.
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