Soul of Arc

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The innovative genius of French Cubist Leopold Clouvel blends the intense spirit of the Maid of Orleans with Grace Jones’ captivating allure in the Soul of Arc over-sized oil painting. The fragmented and multi-dimensional geometric shapes present a splintered view of Jones as a figure who influenced history and contemporary culture. Joan of Arc’s strength and determination appear in Jones’ intense gaze, sharp cheekbones, and piercing visage.

Long an astute observer of the human condition, Clouvel brings his vision of Grace Jones as a modern-day Joan of Arc to life in a powerful display of Cubist imagery. Unconventional and enigmatic Clouvel shares a deeply emotional respect for distinctive personas who exercised exceptional characteristics to lead, guide, and inspire.

His portrayal of Grace Jones as a woman who, like Joan of Arc, exhibited confidence and fearlessness to achieve extraordinary accomplishments reflects his admiration. Poets call the eyes windows to the soul, and Clouvel’s reveal the wisdom that comes from facing astonishing challenges.

Devoting his life to mastering all known painting styles, techniques, and materials, Clouvel’s reclusive and enigmatic life experience brings dramatic effects to his oil canvases. Discerning collectors have sought and treasured his work since the 1980s.