Espagne 

Charles Lapicque's "Espagne" is a vibrant painting realized with bold colors and a distinctly modern approach to figuration. Lapicque seems to be interested less in naturalistic representation and more in how color and form can convey a sense of place and identity. The thick application of paint, almost like colored blocks assembled on the canvas, creates a tactile quality, inviting us to consider the physical act of painting. The layering of colors and shapes suggests a process of building up the image, piece by piece, perhaps reflecting the multifaceted nature of Spanish culture itself. There's a deliberate crudeness to the application that is also interesting, almost as if he is challenging our notions of what a finished painting should look like. Ultimately, "Espagne" reminds us that art is not just about representation, but about the artist's hand, the materials they choose, and the way they engage with the world around them. This approach to painting asks us to reconsider the traditional hierarchy between fine art and craft, inviting a more expansive understanding of artistic practice.