Lithograph, 1967

Edition : 42/70

Printer : Atelier Clot Bramsen et Georges (Paris)

Catalog : Rivière 42

48.00 cm. x 66.00 cm. | 18.9 in. x 25.98 in. (paper)

43.00 cm. x 53.00 cm. | 16.93 in. x 20.87 in. (image)

Very slight framing marks in the right and upper margin.
Concerning the numbering of the print, it should read 42/70 and not 42/90. the "7" was too quickly written. Edition of 70 in accordance with the catalogue raisonné.
This lithograph in 2 colors, black and gray is a rarity in the work of Bram van Velde (1895-1981), one of the great colourists of abstraction from the 1950s. A rarity because the artist, admirer of the art of Matisse (1869-1954) composes, with refined colors, geometric and curvilinear shapes. Here, he is satisfied with two colors, with nuances, in a broad gesture. This recalls the work in wash practiced by the painter. The constraint to limit oneself to two colors is strong, but van Velde does it masterfully, composing a work based on the balance of the solids and the parts left in reserve,i.e not covered with ink. A subtle balance made of asymmetry and counterpoints, a sober and powerful work.

Very good condition
Handsigned by the artist in pencil
Certificate of authenticity

Ref : LCD4164