Gérard Schlosser was a prominent French painter, born on June 12, 1931, in Lille, France. His journey into the world of art began at the École des Arts Appliqués de Paris, where from 1948 to 1951, he studied goldsmithing. This period was crucial for Schlosser, not only for the skills he acquired but also for the artistic direction it eventually led him to. Despite his initial focus on goldsmithing, Schlosser's passion for sculpture was ignited during this time, marking the beginning of his exploration into various forms of art. However, his stint at the École des Beaux-Arts in Paris was brief; he soon realized that his true calling was painting, a medium through which he could fully express his creative vision. In 1953, Schlosser made the decisive move to devote himself entirely to painting. This decision came after a profound experience at a theatrical performance of "En attendant Godot," which deeply influenced his artistic perspective. From the onset of his painting career, Schlosser was drawn to figuration and the depiction of body fragments. His early works are characterized by flat tints and shadowy areas that surround fragments of bodies, reminiscent of the research of Pop Art artists. This choice of figuration marked a significant turning point in Schlosser's career, establishing him as a painter of figurative pictures that he continued to create throughout his life. By 1967, Schlosser had begun to glue his canvases with sand, a technique that added a unique vibration to the colored surfaces of his paintings. Each grain of sand contributed depth, shadow, and light, creating a distinctive visual effect that became a hallmark of his work. This technique, along with his use of photography and photomontage from the 1970s, allowed Schlosser to craft intricate and detailed compositions. He often used these methods to cut out parts from different photos, recreating intimate moments of everyday life and insinuating stories that took place outside the frame. Schlosser's paintings are known for their hyperrealist fragments of fictional stories. He meticulously framed specific parts of a scene, such as a woman's legs crossed while sitting on a chair or the half-back of a man leaning forward, using photographs as his guide. This approach resulted in captivating works that invite viewers to piece together the narrative behind each fragment. His characters, often depicted only by parts of their bodies, reflect an intensity of presence that draws the viewer into the intimate moments he portrays. Throughout his career, Schlosser became associated with the Art Narratif Movement, alongside artists like Valerio Adami, Peter Klasen, and Erró. His work was featured in numerous key galleries and museums, including the Strouk Gallery in Paris. Schlosser's art has been offered at auction multiple times, with his pieces fetching prices ranging from modest to significant sums, highlighting his recognition in the art market. Schlosser's titles played a crucial role in his work, serving as a mental extension of the painting and allowing the viewer to venture beyond the image into an assumed elsewhere. He was not just a painter of reality but a storyteller, using his titles to reveal the individual stories of his characters. Some of his paintings even reflect artists dear to him, with series that put viewers in a game of mirrors, watching his characters observe paintings by masters like Fernand Léger. Gérard Schlosser's contribution to the art world was profound, with his unique approach to painting and storytelling leaving a lasting impact. He passed away on August 10, 2022, in Paris, but his legacy continues through his captivating works that continue to enchant and engage audiences worldwide.

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