Raymond Moretti - Composition bleu et rouge
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Raymond Moretti — Composition bleu et rouge, a 1972 colour lithography on paper, with a 59 × 45 cm sheet (47 × 33 cm printed image), hand-signed with the date 28.2.72, in good condition, original edition, France, abstract expressionism.
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Raymond MORETTI (1931-2005)
Blue and Red Composition
1972
Color lithograph on paper by Raymond Moretti, a French artist renowned for his very expressive and lush graphic work.
The composition presents a strong contrast of red, blue and black, with fantastical figures and the complex tracings characteristic of Moretti's universe.
Handwritten signature in the lower right margin, accompanied by the date 28.2.72.
Another signature is visible within the composition.
Handwritten note H.C. – Hors Commerce in the lower left margin.
Sheet dimensions: 59 × 45 cm
Printed composition dimensions: 47 × 33 cm
The work is accompanied by an era booklet from Saint-Michel, 10 place Saint-Michel in Paris, concerning the inauguration of the establishment on 9 July 1976.
The booklet bears a signature by Raymond Moretti as well as a handwritten dedication. It is included in the sale.
Condition: good overall for its age. Some traces of time, small marks and stains are visible mainly in the margins. The colors remain particularly vivid. The booklet also shows signs of use and aging.
Please carefully review the photographs, which form an integral part of the description.
Work sold unframed.
The lithograph and the booklet will be carefully protected for shipping.
Raymond MORETTI (1931-2005)
Blue and Red Composition
1972
Color lithograph on paper by Raymond Moretti, a French artist renowned for his very expressive and lush graphic work.
The composition presents a strong contrast of red, blue and black, with fantastical figures and the complex tracings characteristic of Moretti's universe.
Handwritten signature in the lower right margin, accompanied by the date 28.2.72.
Another signature is visible within the composition.
Handwritten note H.C. – Hors Commerce in the lower left margin.
Sheet dimensions: 59 × 45 cm
Printed composition dimensions: 47 × 33 cm
The work is accompanied by an era booklet from Saint-Michel, 10 place Saint-Michel in Paris, concerning the inauguration of the establishment on 9 July 1976.
The booklet bears a signature by Raymond Moretti as well as a handwritten dedication. It is included in the sale.
Condition: good overall for its age. Some traces of time, small marks and stains are visible mainly in the margins. The colors remain particularly vivid. The booklet also shows signs of use and aging.
Please carefully review the photographs, which form an integral part of the description.
Work sold unframed.
The lithograph and the booklet will be carefully protected for shipping.
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Artist
Raymond Moretti
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Owner or reseller
Edition
Original
Title of artwork
Composition bleu et rouge
Technique
Lithograph
Signature
Hand signed
Country of origin
France
Year
1972
Condition
Fair condition
Height
59 cm
Width
45 cm
Style
Abstract Expressionism
Period
1970-1980
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