This vibrant 1987 print by Luis Alonso was created for the 51st International PEN Club Congress in San Juan, Puerto Rico. PEN Club—an international literary organization—gathers writers, poets, and intellectuals from around the world to discuss literature, cultural freedom, censorship, and global communication. Alonso’s expressive scribble-like strokes capture the dynamic energy of writers in dialogue, reflecting the raw creative process behind literature.
The poster’s layered colors and textured marks evoke handwritten manuscripts, marginalia, and the emotional currents of literary creation. The silhouetted crowd below represents both the audience and the collective presence of international voices in conversation. This work stands out in Alonso’s portfolio for its highly gestural, nearly abstract aesthetic—an homage to the chaos, passion, and urgency of global literary exchange.
This vibrant 1987 print by Luis Alonso was created for the 51st International PEN Club Congress in San Juan, Puerto Rico. PEN Club—an international literary organization—gathers writers, poets, and intellectuals from around the world to discuss literature, cultural freedom, censorship, and global communication. Alonso’s expressive scribble-like strokes capture the dynamic energy of writers in dialogue, reflecting the raw creative process behind literature.
The poster’s layered colors and textured marks evoke handwritten manuscripts, marginalia, and the emotional currents of literary creation. The silhouetted crowd below represents both the audience and the collective presence of international voices in conversation. This work stands out in Alonso’s portfolio for its highly gestural, nearly abstract aesthetic—an homage to the chaos, passion, and urgency of global literary exchange.
!! Print is in excellent condition !!
Authenticity: Signed
Condition: 5/5
Career: Established Career Artist
Print Age: 38
Size: 22 x 35 inches
Rarity: 158/300
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