"Blue Sky" by Max Papart

 A Limited Edition Lithograph: 30/150, Signed

This original lithograph is printed on handmade Arches French archival paper measuring 9.75" x 7" and framed, 10.75" x 12.75".  This work is very difficult to acquire, as it does not come on the market often and is not often offered at auction, as it is treasured by owners. This work is an authentic original limited edition lithograph, executed by the artist and printed under the direct supervision of the artist in collaboration with the printer Grapholith, Paris. The plates are known to  have been defaced.

Max Papart (1911 - 1994) is considered one of the foremost master printers of the 20th century. His creative genius spans over half a century. Working in a highly structured cubistic style, Papart would challenge himself by resolving diverse and seemingly contradictory elements into unified and balanced compositions.

The Director of the Bibliotheque National in Paris stated that his aquatints were some of the most significant prints being made in France during this era. Max Papart's collections and exhibitions include Foundation Maeght, France, Victoria and Albert Museum, the French Bibliotheque National, Indianapolis Museum of Art, New Orleans Museum of Art, Yale University, Israel Museum, and the Musee Municipal de St. Paul-de-Vence. And are an important acquisition of many collectors, universities, and museums.

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