Bernard Buffet (1928-1999) - Place de la Concorde

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Bernard Buffet; Place de la Concorde, a 1968 lithograph in a limited edition, signed in the plate, 65 cm high by 49.5 cm wide, France, 1960–1970, in excellent condition.

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Artist: Bernard Buffet, French (1928 - 1999) Title: Place de la Concorde.
Year: 1968,
Medium: lithograph, signed on the plate,
Size: 25.5 x 19.5 inches (64.8 x 49.5 cm)
Technique: flat printing
Material: BFK laid paper
Signature: signed on the plate
Watermark in the paper, in the right corner.
Condition: very good, see photos.

Bernard Buffet (1928–1999) was a French painter of the 20th century, known for his distinctive, austere style and his enormous productivity. He was considered one of the most famous artists in France at times and was also highly controversial.

Buffet's work is easily recognizable: harsh, black-outline contours, sharp, angular shapes, and often a dark, melancholic color palette. His figures often appear ascetic and rigid. Typical of him are still lifes, landscapes, portraits, circus scenes, as well as religious and existential motifs. The pointed line became his trademark.

Buffet gained recognition early on: as a young man, he received the prestigious 'Prix de la Critique' in 1948. He quickly became a star of the art market—especially in the 1950s and 1960s. His works sold remarkably well, and he was one of the few artists to have his own museum during his lifetime (the Bernard Buffet Museum in Surugadaira, Japan).

Despite his success, Buffet often faced rejection in the art world. Many critics considered his style too decorative or too production-oriented. With the rise of new art movements such as Pop Art, Nouveau Réalisme, or conceptual art, Buffet lost prestige among intellectual circles but remained popular with the general public.

Buffet was a long-time partner of the French art dealer Pierre Bergé; later, he married the writer Annabel Schwob. In old age, he suffered from Parkinson's, which made his painting more difficult. In 1999, he took his own life.

Today, Buffet is increasingly being reevaluated. His works are once again appearing in major exhibitions, and his uncompromising style as well as his enormous creative output (over 8,000 works) secure him a permanent place in art history.

Shipping without ramen with DHL, insured and well packed, including a tracking number.

Artist: Bernard Buffet, French (1928 - 1999) Title: Place de la Concorde.
Year: 1968,
Medium: lithograph, signed on the plate,
Size: 25.5 x 19.5 inches (64.8 x 49.5 cm)
Technique: flat printing
Material: BFK laid paper
Signature: signed on the plate
Watermark in the paper, in the right corner.
Condition: very good, see photos.

Bernard Buffet (1928–1999) was a French painter of the 20th century, known for his distinctive, austere style and his enormous productivity. He was considered one of the most famous artists in France at times and was also highly controversial.

Buffet's work is easily recognizable: harsh, black-outline contours, sharp, angular shapes, and often a dark, melancholic color palette. His figures often appear ascetic and rigid. Typical of him are still lifes, landscapes, portraits, circus scenes, as well as religious and existential motifs. The pointed line became his trademark.

Buffet gained recognition early on: as a young man, he received the prestigious 'Prix de la Critique' in 1948. He quickly became a star of the art market—especially in the 1950s and 1960s. His works sold remarkably well, and he was one of the few artists to have his own museum during his lifetime (the Bernard Buffet Museum in Surugadaira, Japan).

Despite his success, Buffet often faced rejection in the art world. Many critics considered his style too decorative or too production-oriented. With the rise of new art movements such as Pop Art, Nouveau Réalisme, or conceptual art, Buffet lost prestige among intellectual circles but remained popular with the general public.

Buffet was a long-time partner of the French art dealer Pierre Bergé; later, he married the writer Annabel Schwob. In old age, he suffered from Parkinson's, which made his painting more difficult. In 1999, he took his own life.

Today, Buffet is increasingly being reevaluated. His works are once again appearing in major exhibitions, and his uncompromising style as well as his enormous creative output (over 8,000 works) secure him a permanent place in art history.

Shipping without ramen with DHL, insured and well packed, including a tracking number.

Details

Artist
Bernard Buffet (1928-1999)
Sold by
Owner or reseller
Edition
Limited edition
Title of artwork
Place de la Concorde
Technique
Lithograph
Signature
Plate signed
Country of Origin
France
Year
1968
Condition
Excellent condition
Height
65 cm
Width
49.5 cm
Style
Contemporary
Period
1960-1970
Sold with frame
No
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Objects sold
87.93%
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