Keo Kosal "All That Jazz" Mixed Media Painting 26"x38"

Original 1991 Mixed-Media Collage Painting "ALL THAT JAZZ" by Kosal P. Keo Capture the vibrant energy of the 1990s Montreal art scene with this exceptional, authenticated original masterpiece by renowned Cambodian-Canadian artist Kosal P. Keo. Titled "ALL THAT JAZZ," this heavily layered mixed-media composition seamlessly bridges the worlds of Abstract Expressionism, historical jazz culture, and classical fine art. Key Artwork Specifications Artist: Kosal P. Keo (Pierre Kéo Kosal, b. 1954) Title: ALL THAT JAZZ Date of Creation: November 1991 (Hand-signed and dated by the artist) Dimensions: 32" x 45" (Inches) Medium: Acrylic paint and mixed-media collage on paper Framing: Professionally mounted and protected in a minimalist black gallery frame with white matting. Current Estimated Valuation: $950.00 CAD (As historically documented in Montreal) Visual & Structural Highlights This piece is a masterclass in texture and spontaneous visual rhythm. Keo utilizes a sophisticated grid technique to bury historical artifacts beneath waves of rich white, deep teal, and midnight blue acrylic paint: Thematic Elements: Features dynamic archival photo cutouts of jazz legends mid-performance, including an energetic conductor, a passionate soprano saxophonist, and a side-profile portrait of a jazz pianist. Classical Connotations: Cleverly embeds classical fine art motifs, including a green-toned reimagining of the iconic Mona Lisa and a horizontal fragment of a classic stone sculpture.Textual Depths: Features a hidden, vertically running column of text containing an artist's personal manifesto ("impulses of expression... standard of my artistic work... I am an artist"), adding profound conceptual value to the canvas. Musical Anchors: Hand-painted piano keys line the lower perimeter, anchoring the visual cacophony back to the rhythmic pulse of music. Ironclad Provenance & Documentation IncludedThis piece boasts a flawless, completely documented paper trail, making it an excellent investment for serious collectors: Original Certificate of Authenticity (COA): Issued and stamped by Art Kéo International Inc. (Montréal, QC), handwritten and signed by the artist, verifying the title, $950 valuation, 1991 date, and materials. Official Donation Registry: Includes the official legal donation receipt from November 11, 2021, tracking the painting's legal transfer from its original private collector (Mlle Lise Robichaud) to the Fripe-Prix Renaissance non-profit organization on Rue Masson, Montreal. Physical Artist Signature: Clearly signed and dated "P. KEO KOSAL NOV 91" in white paint on the bottom-left corner of the actual painting. About the Artist: Kosal P. Keo Kosal Pierre Keo is a highly respected Cambodian-born painter, sculptor, and multi-media artist who has operated his practice out of Montreal, Quebec, for over three decades. His works are celebrated for their intricate blending of Eastern philosophical depth, Western modern art history, and spontaneous urban expression. Frequently showcasing in Quebec art collectives and municipal exhibitions, Keo's tactile, multi-layered paintings are highly sought after for their ability to tell a physical, historical story through texture Nearest intersection Yonge Street and Steeles Avenue