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Javier Calleja’s diptych delves into the possibilities and complexities of life, presenting two contrasting yet interconnected scenes. On the left, It Wasn’t Me depicts a playful, mischievous moment that teeters between innocence and trouble. On the right, Floating captures the lightness and boundless potential of daydreaming. Together, these two pieces form a subtle yet impactful narrative, holding each figure in a suspended, meaningful instant. Each print is created through a detailed 15-color engraving technique, utilizing 4 photopolymer etching plates. The final color is carefully applied by hand by the printmaker, adding a unique, artisanal touch. The diptych is composed of two prints, with an edition size of 250 for each. The unframed prints measure 56cm x 43cm. The image itself is 30.5cm x 22.5cm, printed on 65gsm Shin Inbe paper, mounted on 290gsm Fabriano Tiepolo paper. The background is digitally printed, while the finishing color is applied by hand, ensuring each print is distinct.
