Mas Blanch i Jové Presents the Exhibition by Paco Ermengol: A Reflection Through Art and Humor
La Pobla de Cérvoles, November 2024 — On December 1st at 12:30 pm, Mas Blanch i Jové winery will open a new exhibition by artist and cartoonist Paco Ermengol. Described by the artist as one of the most interesting proposals he has received recently, the exhibit features a collection of twenty pieces created over the past five years, including new works that go beyond his renowned role as a press cartoonist.
With subtle messages hidden in metaphors and a profoundly reflective style, Ermengol seeks to surprise the viewer, presenting an artistic proposal that intertwines intelligent humor with the social critique that has always defined his career.
About Paco Ermengol
Francesc Armengol Tolsà i Badia, known as Ermengol, was born in Canals (Argentina) in 1958 and has lived in Lleida since 1985. Renowned for his long career as a graphic humorist, he has contributed to publications such as El Jueves, Playboy, Segre, and currently collaborates with La Mañana, Núvol, and Els Matins de TV3. Over the years, he has received numerous accolades, including the Mingote Award (1993), and has been a key figure in the cultural dynamization of Lleida.
Beyond his work in the press, Ermengol has built a prolific career as an illustrator, sculptor, and visual poet, with exhibitions across Europe and Latin America. In 2019, he donated over 20,000 original drawings to the Lleida Municipal Archive, establishing himself as an essential graphic chronicler of the past 35 years.
The Exhibition
This exhibit, open until Februrary 2025, offers visitors a chance to explore a lesser-known side of the artist, stepping away from his role as a caricaturist to focus on a more intimate and artistic perspective of the world. The exhibition is part of Mas Blanch i Jové’s commitment to integrating art, wine, and culture within the unique space of Vinya dels Artistes.
Mas Blanch i Jové warmly invites the public to discover this one-of-a-kind exhibition and enjoy a perfect pairing of art and wine.
