The Golden State
Physical Details
- Medium: Watercolor on Paper
- Dimensions: 19.0 × 26.0 cm
- Weight: 0.0 kg
- Date: 2023
- Location: France
- Certificate of Authenticity: N°20231231-0039
- Catalogue Number: AQC0453
- Collection: American Voyage
Provenance
- Origin: Arnaud Quercy, Paris, France, 2023
Description
This vibrant watercolor painting, titled 'The Golden State,' captures the essence of California with its rich colors and abstract forms. The composition features a harmonious blend of golden yellows, earthy browns, and serene blues, reflecting the diverse landscapes and sunny climate of the state. Geometric shapes and fluid lines intertwine to suggest elements such as the ocean, mountains, and urban architecture. The interplay of light and shadow, along with the layering of transparent washes, creates depth and a sense of movement. Through this artwork, the artist celebrates the dynamic and multifaceted character of California, inviting viewers to experience the beauty and vibrancy of the Golden State.
Where this work lives
- Series: 50 States
- Collection: American Voyage
- Technique: Watercolor
Exhibitions
- Transcendence – World Premiere of Ephemera Arts (2023-10-29 → 2023-11-15, Koblenzer Kunstverein e.V., Koblenz)
- Rencontres au Marché de la Création (2024-04-23 → 2024-12-31, Marché de la Création – Paris Montparnasse, Paris)
- Salon d'art contemporain – Metamorphose, Paris (2024-12-26 → 2025-01-05, Halle des Blancs Manteaux, Paris)
- Permanent Collection 2025 – Resonance in Form (2025-01-01 → 2025-12-31, arnaudquercy.art, Paris)
- Paris Studio Visit (2025-02-18 → 2025-02-18, Artist's Studio, Paris)
- Marché d'Art Contemporain – Seine Port (2025-05-17 → 2025-05-17, MAC Seine-Port, Seine-Port)
- Nuit des Artistes, St Germain-en-Laye, France (2025-05-24 → 2025-05-24, La Nuit des Artistes, Saint-Germain-en-Laye)
- Marché de l'Art de Saint-Germain-en-Laye, 17ème édition – France (2025-06-14 → 2025-06-14, Marché de l'Art, Saint-Germain-en-Laye)
- Salon d'art contemporain – Metamorphose 2025–2026, Paris (2025-12-26 → 2026-01-04, Halle des Blancs Manteaux, Paris)
- Art Quam Anima – Pre-opening (2026-01-31 → 2026-02-28, Art Quam Anima, Paris)
- Through the Aperture — Research on Harmony (2026-03-09 → 2026-04-30, Art Quam Anima, Paris)
Other works in this series
- Lone Star State
- The Sunshine State
- Unbridled Spirit
- The Grand Canyon state
- Hawaï
- Alaska
- New Mexico - The Three Sisters Legend
- Lake Tahoe
- Seattle
Documented at
- Gallery — The Golden State
- Nanopublication — The Golden State — Digital Image Documentation - aqc0453_img_full_1536x2048_webp
- Nanopublication — The Golden State — Physical Specifications
- Nanopublication — The Golden State — Computational Image Analysis - AQC0453
Thematic Elements
Technical Notes
- Format: Small
- Type: Painting
- Image resolution: 1536x2048 px
Page Information
- Last updated : 2026-06-11
- Language: EN | Version française