Ellsworth Kelly: RED, YELLOW, BLUE, 2005, Lithograph, size: 65 x 85 cm, reproduction of a work by Ellsworth Kelly, published on the occasion of the exhibition “Les Ateliers de la Modernité” at the Maeght Foundation, Saint-Paul, France, 2005, published by the Foundation Maeght. Price € 350.- Order here!

About this Art work

An original one page lithograph on smooth wove paper by American artist Ellsworth Kelly (1923-2015) titled “Derrière Le Miroir No. 149 (page 6)”, 1964. Made for Kelly’s 2nd collaboration with Derriere Le Miroir No. 149 in November 1964. This print was later echoed in the painting “Orange Green, 1966 (EK No.352). In the fall of 1964, Kelly created a series of collages, related to his ovoid figure – ground paintings of the early 1960’s, which formed the basis for 5 lithographic sheets for the November issue of Derrière Le Miroir. The November 1964 installment of Derrière Le Miroir coincided with Kelly’s second one-man show at the Galerie Maeght, Paris. Printed by Imprimerie Maeght, Levallois-Perret; published by Maeght Editeur, Paris, 1964. Reference: “The Prints of Ellsworth Kelly: A Catalogue Raisonee: (Axsom I.b, page 178). Sheet size: 15″ x 11”. In excellent condition.

About the Artist

Ellsworth Kelly, (New York, 1923 -2015) will forever be remembered as one of the most distinctive and influential artists of our time. As many critics have observed, Kelly’s work can be viewed in terms of what it is not. Unlike the painting of the abstraction expressionist and color field artists at the time, Kelly had no desire to make works involving expression, conceptual organization, depiction, or narrative. He was willing to drop traditional painting’s insistence on the square or rectangular frame to pursue departures of vision and experience. For this reason, Kelly is seen as a forerunner to artists such as Dan Flavin or Richard Serra, who focus on the experiential act of viewing art rather than the transmission of conceptual information.

Ellsworth Kelly has been a widely influential force in the post-war art world. He first rose to critical acclaim in the 1950s with his bright, multi-paneled and largely monochromatic canvases. Maintaining a persistent focus on the dynamic relationships between shape, form and color, Kelly was one of the first artists to create irregularly shaped canvases. His subsequent layered reliefs, flat sculptures, and line drawings further challenged viewers’ conceptions of space. While not adhering to any one artistic movement, Kelly vitally influenced the development of Minimalism, Hard-edge painting, Color Field, and Pop art.

Ellsworth Kelly: Derrière le Miroir no. 149, 1964, complete issue number 9 of only 150 deluxe copies printed on Velin de Rives and signed by the artist, Complete with five striking lithographs by Kelly, including two single page in color, two double page (one in color and one in black-and-white), and the lithographic wrapper. Nine additional reproductions plus a photograph of artist also included. With text (printed in both English and French) by Dale McConathy. Published in conjunction with the opening of the November 1964 exhibition at the Maeght gallery, which featured 13 paintings and 2 sculptures by Ellsworth Kelly. Paris: Maeght Editeur, 1964. Folio, (38 x 28 cm) lithographed wrappers; original board chemise and slipcase. Loose as issued. Signed in pencil by Kelly and numbered 9 on the justification page. A few stray smudges to slipcase. A fine copy: outstanding impressions with vibrant colors and bold geometry. RARE. Price € 3.200.- Order here!

NOTE: The limited edition is of vastly superior quality than the corresponding trade issue of Derrière Le Miroir.

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Ellsworth Kelly: Derrière le Miroir no. 149, 1964, No 2, an original one page lithograph on smooth wove paper, executed by Ellsworth Kelly for Derriere le Miroir (issue No. 149) and published by the Atlier Maeght, Paris, in 1964. Sheet size: 15 x 11 inches (377 x 277 mm). There is printed text on the back side, as issued. Excellent quality. Price € 450.- Order here!

Ellsworth Kelly: Derrière le Miroir no. 149, 1964, an original two pages lithograph on smooth wove paper, executed by Ellsworth Kelly for Derriere le Miroir (issue No. 149) and published by the Atlier Maeght, Paris, in 1964. Sheet size: 15 x 22 inches (377 x 558 mm). There is printed text on the back side, as issued. Excellent quality. Price € 650.- Order here!

Ellsworth Kelly: BLACK AND RED, 1958, Original Exhibition Poster, Lithography, made by Ellsworth KELLY in for his exhibition at the Maeght Gallery, Paris, in 1958, size: 49.5 x 65 cm. Price € 350.- Order here!

Ellsworth Kelly: ORANGE et VERT, 1958, Original Exhibition Poster, Lithography, made by Ellsworth KELLY in for his exhibition at the Maeght Gallery, Paris, in 1954, sze: 51 x 66 cm. Price € 350.- Order here!

Ellsworth Kelly: Original lithograph exhibition poster for “Galerie Adrien Maeght”, 1965. Printed by Imprimerie Arte, Paris; published by Galerie Adrien Maeght, Paris on the occasion of the exhibition of Kelly’s prints, “Kelly: 27 lithographies”, June 1965. The poster’s imagery is derived from the print “Blue with Yellow” (cat. no.31). Reference: “The Prints of Ellsworth Kelly: A Catalogue Raisonee: (Axsom IId, page 181). Sheet size: 26.25″ x 20”. Rich vibrant colors. Mint condition. Price € 450.- Order here!

Ellsworth Kelly: Derrière le Miroir no. 149, 1964, an original one page lithograph on smooth wove paper, executed by Ellsworth Kelly for Derriere le Miroir (issue No. 149, page 6) and published by the Atlier Maeght, Paris, in 1964. Sheet size: 15 x 11 inches (377 x 277 mm). There is printed text on the back side, as issued. Excellent quality. Price € 450.- Order here!

Ellsworth Kelly: ORANGES, 1964, Transfer lithograph on Rives BFK paper, dimensions: 24-3/8 x 32-3/8 in. (61.9 x 82.2 cm), signed and numbered, part of a black and white series that the artist has dedicated to flowers and gardens, editon of 75. Price € 22.000.- Order here!

Ellsworth Kelly: Melon Leaf (Feuille de Melon), 1965-66, Transfer lithograph on Rives BFK paper. Dimensions: 35-5/8 x 24-3/4 in. (90.5 x 62.9 cm), signed and numbered, part of his series inspired by flowers and gardens, editon of 75. Price € 22.000.- Order here!

Ellsworth Kelly: Seaweed (Algue),1965-66, Transfer lithograph on Rives BFK paper. Dimensions: 35-5/8 x 24-3/4 in. (90.5 x 62.9 cm), signed and numbered, editon of 75. Price € 22.000.- Order here!

Ellsworth Kelly: String Bean Leaves III (Haricot Vert III), 1965-66, Transfer lithograph on Rives BFK paper. Dimensions: 35-5/8 x 24-3/4 in. (90.5 x 62.9 cm), signed and numbered, editon of 75. Price € 22.000.- Order here!