Untitled 1949

Jean-Michel Atlan created this untitled artwork in 1949 using oil on canvas. Dominated by a palette of blues and blacks, the composition unfolds with thick, vigorous brushstrokes, creating an almost sculptural texture. The painting presents an entangled mass of abstract forms which seem to struggle to emerge from the canvas. Notice how Atlan constructs the figures through bold outlines and blocks of color, giving them a primitive, totemic quality. This approach reflects the artist's interest in challenging established modes of representation. Atlan’s work embodies a semiotic system where each form acts as a signifier, hinting at deeper meanings related to human existence and the subconscious. The structural arrangement of the elements and forms destabilizes any fixed interpretation, inviting viewers to question the values ​​imposed by traditional art. This piece is part of an ongoing dialogue of perception and representation.