Alexander Calder Vintage 1972 Fine Art Lithograph Print Framed Palm Beach Modernist Exhibition Poster

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This Alexander Calder rare vintage 1972 fine art lithograph print custom framed " Aubusson Tapestries " Modernist exhibition poster is … Read more This Alexander Calder rare vintage 1972 fine art lithograph print custom framed " Aubusson Tapestries " Modernist exhibition poster is an incredibly special and unique piece to add to your collection.

The fine art lithograph print poster is published by The Honkin Gallery Inc. Palm Beach Florida, printed in 1972 in an unnumbered limited edition on the occasion of the Alexander Calder " Aubusson Tapestries " exhibition.

Alexander Calder ( 1898 - 1976 ) was an American born Modernist artist. Although primarily known for both his innovative kinetic mobiles and monumental public sculptures, Calder also created important paintings, prints, theater set designs, jewelry design, tapestries, rugs, and political and commercial commissioned posters. Born into a family of artists, his work first gained attention in the 1920's in Paris, and was soon championed by The Museum of Modern Art New York resulting in his first retrospective exhibition in 1943. His artistic talents were world renowned by the 1960's. Calder is credited with creating some of the most important Modernist artworks of The Twentieth Century.

Calder created more than eighty designs that were translated into Aubusson Tapestries, making his output among the most prolific by a world class artist. The simplicity of his designs resulted in stunning artistic tapestries. Most Calder tapestries were woven by The Pinton Atelier in France. Several of the tapestries are included in the collections of the most prestigious museums.

In the early 1970's there were five art galleries for every grocery store in the exclusive Florida resort town of Palm Beach. During this period in time the town's fine art fixation became a major destination for international art collectors. Palm Beach's many galleries were somewhat specialized. The famous Honkin Gallery became known for featuring internationally known Modern artists including Pablo Picasso, Joan Miro, Alexander Calder, Marc Chagall, and Victor Vasarely among others.

The rare out of print lithograph print framed Modernist exhibition poster measures 29 3/4" W X 23 1/4" H X 1 1/4" D. It is printed on premium subtle textured finish paper stock with vibrant ink colors in a matte finish.

It is custom framed with UV protective plexiglass in a classic Modern matte satin finish black wood box style frame molding, with an attached hanging wire on the reverse back side for easy wall installation.

It is in excellent " like new " condition. The poster print is in excellent " like new " very clean condition consistent with age and very light signs of handling. It is brand newly custom framed and has never been displayed. Please see photos for condition reference. It is now being offered here for an excellent price. See less