Fran Gonzalez (1959) - Anchorage 2 (XXL)

Title: Anchorage 2 (XXL) Theme: "Anchorage 2" (XXL) belongs to the artistic line begun over 40 years ago by sculptor and gilder Fran González (Contemporary Gilding). "Anchorage 2" is a large-scale work, elegant and luminous. Its rich textures, strong presence, and its Abstract and Zen aesthetics pay homage to contemporary painters of the early 20th century and to the world of luxury interior design. This piece is conceived to fill any interior space with magic and warmth. Fran González, an artist specialized in using gold leaf as a modern artistic medium, centers his work on the union of traditional crafts with experimentation and the creation of novel, exclusive techniques. His reinterpretation of gilding and the use of non-conventional materials as an artistic language differentiate him within the Contemporary Art landscape. In Fran González’s work, gold leaf and other metals (bronze, aluminum, silver, etc.) are used as an expressive and symbolic medium, beyond a purely decorative value. The work is delivered with a certificate of authenticity, authorial attribution, and provenance. WARNINGS: to facilitate transport and reduce shipping costs, the work is delivered unstretched and unframed, rolled up on itself with a double protective wrapping. It is also noted that the proportions and colors appearing in some photomontages (mockups) may not correspond exactly to reality and are offered only as a reference for the piece’s presence in a contemporary interior context. Technique: Acrylic and Gilding on synthetic canvas. Application of several layers of imitation gold leaf with acid patinas. On gilding techniques: The traditional gilding technique consists of applying very thin sheets of metal (gold, silver, imitation gold [i.e., bronze], aluminum, copper, etc.) to any artistic surface (wood, metal, ceramic, textiles, etc.). Contemporary Gilding: Contemporary gilding techniques are unique and exclusive to Fran González and originate from the experimental philosophy of 20th-century contemporary art, developed over more than 40 years of professional career, and they confer on the works qualities that make them radiate a magical light that permeates the space where they are exhibited. Shipping: rolled protective packaging Dimensions: 152 cm x 76 cm. (XXL) Hand-signed on the reverse Fran González, by @contemporarygilding Year 2026 Fran González (Spain, 1959) is a contemporary artist who works gilding techniques from a current perspective. Under the name "Contemporary Gilding" he explores the contrast between the material and the symbolic through unique works and limited editions. González’s career began in 1982 when, after studying Engineering at the Polytechnic University of Madrid, he decided to devote himself full-time to Sculpture and Ceramics. He studied Art at the Madrid School of Fine Arts, at the Madrid Official School of Ceramics, and participated in various Contemporary Art Workshops at the Circulo de Bellas Artes in Madrid with relevant Contemporary Artists such as Julian Schnabel, Eva Lootz, Juan Hidalgo and Valcárcel Medina, among 1982 and 1990. Although his development has been mostly autodidactic, Fran González has earned various national and international awards and recognitions since the start of his career. Thanks to having resided in several European countries, his works are in numerous private collections in France, the Netherlands, Germany, Belgium, Italy, Sweden, the United Kingdom and Ireland, and the USA. More extensive information about his work and career can be found by using Google with the tags "Fran Gonzalez" and "Contemporary Gilding". Fran González in the media: (Article about FG on the European Portal of Crafts "Mad’in Europe" (Excerpts)) "Fran(cisco) González is a ceramist, sculptor, painter and contemporary gilder whose practice unites traditional craftsmanship and innovative technique. With more than four decades of experience, his work reflects a continuous dialogue between material, process and inspiration. His primary gilding method, used about 80% of the time, is water gilding, which he chooses for its lower toxicity and sustainability, especially when working indoors... Much of Francisco’s work is inspired by archaeological artifacts and ancient cultures. Whether the Greeks, Etruscans, Phoenicians, Romans, Chinese, Japanese, or the rich hybrid Arab culture in Spain, his fascination lies not only in the forms and techniques of the past but in the emotional resonance they carry. This emotional depth permeates his ceramics, gilded sculptures and even his evolving jewelry design work. This curiosity led him to prehistoric origins and, gradually, to experimenting with new materials and forms..."

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