“Coeur et fleche,” created by Antoni Tàpies in 1985, is an abstract artwork belonging to the Tachisme art movement. The artwork prominently features gestural brushstrokes and a vivid contrast of colors, embodying the spontaneous and expressive elements characteristic of Tachisme.
The artwork presents an amalgamation of shapes and textures, dominated by a central heart symbol gradually emerging from a misty dark blur. Surrounding the heart, erratic black strokes and red splashes add dynamism and intensity to the composition. The visual contrast between the red and black elements juxtaposed against the white canvas foregrounds the raw emotive force of the painting. The title “Coeur et fleche,” which translates to “Heart and Arrow,” is reflected in the crimson arrow motif piercing through the heart shape, encapsulating themes of passion and conflict. The artist’s signature at the lower right corner completes this compelling and evocative abstract piece.
