López, Mateo | Cuaderno Bolivariano, 2012 — available on Composition Gallery

View in a Room

// Cuaderno Bolivariano by Mateo López, created in 2012, is a limited edition mixed-media work produced in an edition of 40. The piece presents a red notebook titled Bolivariano on its cover, printed in a vintage cursive script, evoking nostalgia and historical weight. Inside, instead of blank or lined pages, the notebook reveals brick-like patterns, creating a visual metaphor that contrasts with the expected interior. This clever twist suggests themes of barriers, confinement, or structural solidity, inviting viewers to reflect on the cultural and historical associations of the Bolivariano title. López often draws attention to everyday objects, transforming them into contemplative symbols of identity, memory, and collective history.

Mateo López (Colombia, 1978) is an artist whose work encompasses drawing, sculpture, installation, and performance. His practice explores themes of travel, time, and chance, often incorporating elements of architecture and choreography. López's innovative approach has been showcased in exhibitions worldwide, including at MoMA in New York and the São Paulo Biennial.

Mateo López

Cuaderno Bolivariano, 2012

Name: Cuaderno Bolivariano, 2012
SKU: 3012
Price: 450.00 EUR
Availability: InStock

Form

Limited Edition Print

Limited Edition PrintA limited edition print is one of a number of prints made at the same time from one printmaking plate. A fixed number are made and signed by the artist, indicating the printing order, using the format 1/10, meaning first of ten prints.

Medium

Notebook

NotebookMixed media refers to artwork that incorporates more than one medium within a single piece. Unlike multimedia art, which combines distinct forms of visual art and often includes elements like sound, video, or digital media, mixed media focuses on combining traditional art materials, such as paint, ink, and collage. Mixed media art allows artists to achieve a wide range of effects and textures by layering and blending different materials.

Edition

Edition of 40

Authenticity Guaranteed
Insured Shipping
Online Since 2005

●Inventory 3012

●Signed

●Comes with gallery invoice and certificate

●Sell Us a Similar Artwork. Learn more.

Mateo López

Cuaderno Bolivariano, 2012

Limited Edition Print

Mixed Media

EUR 450

Mateo López

Regla calendario, 2012

Limited Edition Print

Lithograph

EUR 600

Mateo López

Tipografía de papel, 2012

Limited Edition Print

Lithograph

EUR 600

No sold works to show.

When you get to a place, you are a stranger and you are kind of a ghost at the same time.
- Mateo López

Mateo López (b. 1978 Colombia) is a contemporary Colombian artist known for his multidisciplinary approach that blurs the boundaries between drawing, sculpture, installation, and performance. López’s work is characterized by its exploration of space, time, and narrative, often employing everyday objects and meticulously crafted drawings to create environments that invite viewers into a world of imagination and reflection. His intricate, detailed drawings frequently serve as blueprints for larger installations, where the line between two-dimensional and three-dimensional art is intentionally obscured. López often integrates elements of storytelling and personal history into his work, using his artistic practice as a means of navigating memory and experience. His work has been exhibited internationally, including at prestigious venues such as the Museum of Modern Art in New York and the São Paulo Biennial, making him a significant figure in contemporary Latin American art.

Artwork by John Baldessari

What is conceptual art?

Sometimes referred to as Conceptualism, this is an art form where the idea(s) or concept(s) behind the work take precedence over material concerns and traditional aesthetics. Many conceptual artworks can be created by anyone simply by following written instructions. The concept or idea is the most essential aspect of the artwork.

Explore »

Mateo López

Cuaderno Bolivariano, 2012

23 x 16 cm

Language & Currency

Mateo López