Sergio Aranda ART
Rumantsch – Original Swiss Flag Textured Painting | 20x20” Mixed Media
Rumantsch – Original Swiss Flag Textured Painting | 20x20” Mixed Media
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RUMANTSCH
by Sergio Aranda
RUMANTSCH is a powerful meditation on memory, identity, and the passage of time. Set within a weathered, sculptural landscape, a universally recognized national symbol remains visible while its meaning slowly transforms through layers of erosion and material history. The Swiss flag emerges from the surface as both an enduring emblem and an archaeological fragment, shaped by abrasion, texture, and the silent accumulation of years.
Rather than presenting a fixed image, the work invites the viewer to consider how symbols evolve over time. What appears stable and familiar gradually reveals itself as something more fragile, complex, and deeply human.
The Story Behind Rumantsch
Along the right edge of the composition, four almost imperceptible incised lines emerge from the textured surface. Their proportions correspond to Switzerland’s four national languages: German, French, Italian, and Romansh.
The smallest line—barely visible at first glance—represents Rumantsch, one of Europe’s oldest living languages and the conceptual heart of this artwork. Though spoken by a small minority, Rumantsch embodies the resilience of cultural memory and the enduring presence of identity within a changing world.
Rather than making a political statement, RUMANTSCH reflects on coexistence, balance, cultural fragility, and quiet persistence. Through a language of material abstraction and contemporary archaeology, the painting transforms a national emblem into a profound reflection on time, permanence, and the delicate structures that hold communities together.
Materials & Tactile Depth
Handcrafted in Barcelona, Spain, this original mixed-media artwork features a richly sculptural surface created through layers of structured gesso, acrylic paint, mineral pigments, and organic compounds. The heavily textured relief evokes weathered stone, aged architecture, and surfaces shaped by decades of exposure and transformation.
Subtle traces of oxidation and erosion are integrated into the composition, creating a tactile topography that reacts dynamically to changing light. As shadows move across the surface throughout the day, new details emerge, reinforcing the artwork’s themes of memory, disappearance, and rediscovery.
Specifications
Size: 19.7" × 19.7" × 0.6" | 50 × 50 × 1.5 cm (Perfect Square Medium Format)
Medium: Acrylic on canvas, mixed media, structured gesso, and organic erosion poetry
Year: 2026
Artist: Hand-signed on the reverse by Sergio Aranda (Barcelona)
Gallery Presentation
The artwork features beautifully finished and fully painted edges, allowing it to be displayed without the need for an external frame. It arrives ready to hang and is designed to bring conceptual depth, refined texture, and contemporary sophistication to modern interiors and curated art collections.
Protection & Worldwide Shipping
The surface is sealed with multiple layers of premium archival-quality artist varnish to preserve the delicate textures, subtle oxidation effects, and richness of the pigments for decades to come.
The artwork arrives accompanied by an official Certificate of Authenticity, signed by the artist.
Free worldwide priority shipping is included. Each artwork is professionally packaged, fully insured, and shipped via trusted premium couriers such as FedEx or DHL, ensuring a safe and flawless delivery to your doorstep.
Art Care & Preservation
Art Care & Preservation
- Display & Lighting: While the archival varnish provides high-end UV protection, we highly recommend avoiding prolonged exposure to direct, harsh sunlight. To fully appreciate the shifting shadows of the sculptural gesso, display the piece under high-quality ambient lighting or dedicated LED art spotlights.
- Dusting & Cleaning: Due to the rich, sand-crusted organic texture, dust may settle over time. Never use water, liquid cleaners, damp cloths, or chemical solvents on the surface. To clean, gently sweep the textured relief using a dry, clean, soft-bristled brush (such as a premium makeup brush or a soft hake paintbrush).
- Humidity & Temperature: Fine art canvases thrive in stable environments. Display your painting in spaces with controlled humidity and temperature. Avoid hanging the artwork directly above heavy heat sources (like active fireplaces or radiators) or in high-moisture rooms like small, unventilated bathrooms.
- Handling: When moving or hanging your artwork, always hold it securely by the wooden stretcher bar edges. Avoid pressing directly against the center of the canvas to protect the structural tension and the delicate, raised mineral reliefs.
Certificate of Authenticity
Certificate of Authenticity
- Artist: Sergio Aranda (Barcelona, Spain)
- Production Year
- Artwork Origin: Handcrafted studio piece from Barcelona, Europe
- Unique Specifications: Official title, precise canvas dimensions (in inches and centimeters), and the specific organic materials utilized (including sculptural gesso, fine natural sand, and raw wood fiber compounds).
Shipping & Returns
Shipping & Returns
- Carrier Partners: All international orders are dispatched via trusted global express couriers, primarily FedEx or DHL Express.
- Packaging Protocol: Paintings are meticulously wrapped in archival-grade protective layers and packed securely within heavy-duty, reinforced wooden crates or high-impact shock-absorbent boxes.
- Tracking & Insurance: A tracking number is provided immediately upon shipment. Your artwork is 100% insured against loss or damage during transit, ensuring absolute peace of mind for your fine art investment.
- Duties & Taxes: For international buyers (including the United States), customs duties or import taxes, if applicable, are handled professionally to ensure a seamless doorstep delivery experience.
- No Questions Asked: You do not need to provide a complex justification. Your satisfaction is our priority.
- Original Packaging: To ensure the safety of the piece, the artwork must be returned in its original crate or box.
- Proper Protection: The buyer is responsible for wrapping and protecting the painting inside the box exactly as it was received, preventing any movement or damage during the return journey.
- Refund Processing: Once the artwork arrives safely back at our studio in its original condition, a full refund will be processed immediately to your original payment method.
