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Operation Madrid

Operation Madrid

Edición limitada a 250.

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Framed
€60,00
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“In Madrid, nobody goes to bed before the night has ended” E. Hemingway

Something very dark is happening in THE MADRILEÑER… OPERATION MADRID!

The hidden Madrid, of spies, intrigue and mysteries. The Madrid of long nights, when the portals of the Plaza Mayor were witness to clandestine meetings, between glasses of good wine, card games and flamenco.

The story reminds us of two lovers who do not want to be seen together, but who leave signals and clues to finally meet each other. The famous Mata Hari and the writer Enrique Gómez Carrillo lived a torrid romance and met in Madrid around 1916; Operación Madrid imagines and recreates them, hidden under the shadows of the Cuchilleros arch, at one in the afternoon, at "cigar time".

In Marco Lawrence’s Madrid, the light is harsh and relentlessly raw. Whether it’s the clarity of the cold winter sun or the intense heat of summer, Madrid’s light is bold and graphic. It creates the most fantastical spotlights and the sharpest shadows. It paints angular shapes on facades and casts inky pools of darkness in corners.

This print is a love letter to Madrid. And now it can be yours.

Artist: Marco Lawrence

Marco Lawrence is a British illustrator and engraver who lives and works in New York, but who does not forget his time in Madrid, when he was studying at the Complutense University. Here fell in love with the energy and dynamic culture of the city and
Even the quality of its light had a great influence on his work from then on.

Marco's enthusiasm for visual storytelling is matched by his passion for drawing. His original compositions and dramatic style have allowed him to work with a selection of artists, publications, brands and museums of international renown including The Smithsonian, AARP, El Atavista and El Político. His work has been recognized by the Society of Illustrators, Communication Arts and AI-AP.

Marco currently lives in Chinatown, Manhattan with his wife, daughter and a grey cat.

And, he is now part of THE MADRILEÑER family.

Limited edition of 250

Each design is limited to only 250 units, all hand-numbered and with a certificate of authenticity included.

Museum quality

High quality printing using the Giclée technique (12 inks) on Hahnemühle Photo Matt Fiber 200GSM paper.

100% Spanish design

Our commitment is to foster local talent in the design, printing and framing of our works.

Presentation

  • 30x40cm print is shipped in a flat envelope with passe-partout for immediate installation (22.5x30cm spot size).
  • 40x50cm and 50x70cm prints are sent without passe-partout, in a tube for greater protection (spot size 30x40cm and 42x56cm).
  • Receive your print ready to hang with our classic wooden frames.

Fast Delivery

  • Spain shipments: between 4 and 6 business days
  • European shipments: between 6 and 10 business days
  • Contact us for international shipments
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Why THE MADRILEÑER?

Carefully selected

Here, quality takes precedence over quantity . We hand-select each artist to offer you bold and expressive works of art that speak of Madrid and will transform your home.

We support independent artists

Run by creatives for creatives, we are passionate about championing and financially empowering emerging artists. Our mission is to increase the visibility (and the flow of money) to talented local artists, which in turn will help them propel their future.

Quality matters

1. Wooden frames

Available in natural, white, and black, all our frames are made from sustainably sourced wood. They are all handcrafted and finished, and the corners are carefully glued, sealed, and sanded.

2. Premium quality enamel

Our premium acrylic enamels are lightweight and UV-protective. This reduces shipping costs while also protecting your print from fading or discoloration due to sunlight exposure. Less expensive enamels do not offer these protective properties.

3. Museum-quality printing

All our prints are giclée, a process by which we reproduce works of art using a printer to create prints that are an exact replica of the original piece. To create these fine art prints, we combine specialized high-resolution printers with archival paper and inks. This printing method is distinguished by its exceptionally high level of quality and durability.

4. Sealed for protection

The back of each frame is sealed with acid-free archival materials to prevent dust and moisture from entering and damaging the print. Furthermore, our frames are delivered ready to hang, with all the necessary mounting hardware.

And... beware of cheap frames

Many companies sell frames made with acidic materials or using enamels that are not UV resistant. Cheap frames can permanently damage your print and expose it to harmful rays that will fade your artwork.

You can rest assured knowing that a THE MADRILEÑER frame is designed to protect our prints, using FSC-certified wood and 100% acid-free materials. That's why our prints have a lifespan of over 80 years, remaining in perfect condition for years... without any fading. Therefore, if you want your print to last, we always recommend purchasing prints with our premium frames.

Frame quality checklist:
- Wood from sustainable sources
- Acid-free archival materials
- UV protective nail polish
- It comes with the print pre-framed inside
- Sealed on the reverse