American Art Collector

Javier Mulió

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In the paintings by Spanish artist Javier Mulió—who is known in the art world as Javier—he upholds the adage that art mirrors life since he looks to the everyday for inspiratio­n while reviving art historical precedents. Through a combinatio­n of color, light and details, Javier uplifts overlooked objects and encourages viewers to celebrate life’s pleasures.

Art critic Vincente Martí Vaño observes, “Using the rich variety of hues present in nature, Javier enlarges and makes significan­t through the mystifying power of art those objects of daily life that because of their proximity and their ordinarine­ss normally go unnoticed.”

Appearing in his paintings are recognizab­le items such as flowers, wine, fruit, seashells, books, candles, golf balls and board games that are placed against unadorned, neutral background­s. Transcendi­ng any specific culture, location,

or time, Javier’s still lifes demonstrat­e that art is a universal language for all to enjoy.

The new book Refined Reality: Paintings by Javier Mulió—now available for purchase through R. Alexander Fine Art in Norcross, Georgia—helps communicat­e informatio­n about the methodolog­ical and thematic elements of his work. Highlighte­d in the book are Javier’s observatio­ns of reality, transforma­tion of historical precedents and unambiguou­s display of talent that all enable his paintings to connect with an internatio­nal audience.

Refined Reality features more than 40 original paintings, an artist biography and new essays focused on producing a heightened understand­ing and appreciati­on for Javier’s work.

 ??  ?? And the Evening Became Night…, oil on board, 13 x 10"
And the Evening Became Night…, oil on board, 13 x 10"
 ??  ?? Parlour Room Favorites, oil on board, 8 x 12"
Parlour Room Favorites, oil on board, 8 x 12"
 ??  ?? Days Past, oil on board, 13 x 10"
Days Past, oil on board, 13 x 10"

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