White Crow, Original Drawing on French Page from the 1920s, 28 x 19cm.

“Crows” Series – Miguel Ángel Aranda
Graphic work on antique paper

Dark, enigmatic, almost mythical. The raven has been a symbol steeped in mystery since ancient times. Across cultures, it has represented the unknown, intelligence, omens, and transformation. In this series, the artist Miguel Ángel Aranda delves into this ancestral symbolism and reinterprets it with a contemporary, sensitive, and profoundly poetic eye.

Each drawing in this series stems from meticulous work in graphite pencil on an original page from the French publication La Petite Illustration, published between 1900 and 1950. This paper, steeped in history, belonged to a magazine that published the texts of plays premiered in Paris, making each sheet a fragment of European cultural memory.

The result is a doubly narrative work: on the one hand, the image of the raven—almost always solitary, sometimes in flight, sometimes at rest—and on the other, the theatrical text that appears as a background, visible between lines or in shadows. This fusion transforms each piece into a silent conversation between image and word, between past and present.

About the artist:
Miguel Ángel Aranda is a visual artist born in Spain whose work is characterized by technical precision, the exploration of symbolism, and an introspective aesthetic. His drawings strike a balance between the emotional and the formal, with a clear intention to imbue each image with a psychological depth that engages the viewer. His work has been exhibited in various cultural and publishing spaces, and is notable for its sensitivity to materials, its use of recycling, and its creation of unique pieces.

Characteristics of the work:
Artist: Miguel Ángel Aranda
Technique: Graphite pencil drawing
Support: Original page from La Petite Illustration (France, 1930s)
Dimensions: 28 cm x 19 cm // 11" x 7.5"
Certificate of Authenticity
The frame is not included.

About La Petite Illustration – artistic imprint:
La Petite Illustration is also the name of the imprint behind this collection, an artistic project dedicated to creating graphic works on recycled paper, including prints, collages, and contemporary illustrations. All the prints use authentic pages from the eponymous French publication, recovered and repurposed as a medium for new visual narratives.

Shipping and presentation:
Each artwork is delivered numbered and with a Certificate of Authenticity printed on adhesive paper, designed to be affixed to the back of the frame. Shipping is from Valencia, Spain, with secure packaging, tracking, and a certified shipping label to guarantee its arrival in perfect condition.