Robert Indiana & Hans Hartung - Original Lithographs for XXe Siècle N° 41 (1973) – Complete Issue
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Robert Indiana and Hans Hartung, Original Lithographs for XXe Siècle N° 41 (1973) – Complete Issue, a 1973 volume containing two original colour lithographs.
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Robert Indiana & Hans Hartung – Original Lithographs for XXe Siècle N° 41 (1973) – Complete Issue with 2 Original Prints & US Art Dossier
Artwork Specifications (Featured Graphic Works)
Artists:
Robert Indiana (American, 1928–2018)
Hans Hartung (German-French, 1904–1989)
Titles of Artworks:
Original Color Lithograph for XXe Siècle N° 41 (Robert Indiana – iconic "LOVE" / "Vinalhaven" motif)
Original Color Lithograph for XXe Siècle N° 41 (Hans Hartung – Lyrical Abstraction composition)
Year of Creation / Printing: December 1973
Technique: Original color lithographs
Paper Type: Special high-quality heavy wove paper stock
Signature / Numbering: Plate-signed / Unnumbered by hand (issued original as insert plates for the magazine edition)
Plate / Page Dimensions: 32 x 24.5 cm each
Publisher: Société Internationale d'Art XXe Siècle / F. Hazan, Paris
Printer: Amilcare Pizzi S.p.A., Milan
Provenance: Private collection (from the intact and complete original magazine)
Artwork Description & Condition Report
This lot features two magnificent original graphic works bound within the same volume:
Robert Indiana's lithograph showcases his legendary Pop Art aesthetic, blending bold geometry, typography, and vibrant yellow-and-black contrast.
Hans Hartung's lithograph displays his signature dynamic, energetic black brushstrokes contrasted with striking splashes of blue and yellow, representing the pinnacle of European Lyrical Abstraction.
Artwork Condition: Excellent Condition. Both prints feature vivid, crisp, and bright colors. The paper is clean, free of tears, creases, or trimming, with fully intact margins and bindings.
Other Artworks & Artistic Contributions in the Volume
The value of this issue is further amplified by the wealth of artistic content integrated throughout the pages, including major features and illustrations dedicated to 20th-century masters.
Editorial Content & Art-Historical Significance
The volume XXe Siècle N° 41 ("U.S. Art II & Panorama 73", December 1973) is an essential reference journal focused heavily on American art and contemporary movements:
U.S. Art & Avant-Garde Dossier: In-depth critical essays on Pop Art, Minimal Art, Conceptual Art, and Video Art, featuring crucial texts by Pierre Restany ("L'Amérique en crise et le grand jeu de l'Establishment"), Paul Lebeer, Michel Claura, and Seth Siegelaub.
Featured Masters: Extensive studies and imagery covering Andy Warhol, Roy Lichtenstein, Claes Oldenburg, James Rosenquist, Larry Rivers, Yves Klein, Marcel Duchamp, Georges Braque, Pablo Picasso, Joan Miró, Jean Dubuffet (L'Hourloupe), Marc Chagall, Asger Jorn, and Graham Sutherland.
Book & Publication Specifications
Publication Title: XXe Siècle N° 41 – U.S. Art II & Panorama 73
Publication Date: December 1973
Binding: Hardcover (Original hardcover editorial binding)
Number of Pages: 168 pages
Dimensions: 32 x 24.5 cm
Language: French
Book Condition: Very Good (VG). The binding is firm, square, and tight. Internal pages are fresh, clean, and well-preserved.
Collector’s Note
Many copies of XXe Siècle were historically broken up and disbound to sell individual lithographs separately. Finding a completely intact, original, and unrestored 168-page volume containing both original lithographs by Indiana and Hartung alongside the major U.S. Art dossier is a rare and highly desirable prize for collectors of Pop Art, modern prints, and rare art publications.
Packaging & Shipping
Guaranteed safe shipping with professional rigid packaging designed to protect the corners of the volume during transit. Shipped via tracked and insured express courier.
Seller's Story
About Our Gallery
Our gallery was founded from the deep passion of its owner for art and design, a passion that began in 2005. In that year, he started his journey in the art world by actively participating in national fairs, exhibitions, and specialized events, gradually developing extensive knowledge of the market and its many facets.
Over the years, this dedication has grown into a professional activity built on continuous research, study, and direct experience within the art and design sectors. Through careful exploration of different categories and collecting fields, our gallery has developed the ability to select unique and distinctive pieces that reflect both artistic value and refined design.
Today, we are proud to present our collection both through our physical gallery and through carefully curated online platforms. Our goal is to offer collectors and enthusiasts a diverse selection of sought-after objects, ranging from art pieces to iconic and collectible design items.
Each work or object we present is chosen with attention, expertise, and a genuine appreciation for quality, history, and aesthetic value.
Translated by Google TranslateRobert Indiana & Hans Hartung – Original Lithographs for XXe Siècle N° 41 (1973) – Complete Issue with 2 Original Prints & US Art Dossier
Artwork Specifications (Featured Graphic Works)
Artists:
Robert Indiana (American, 1928–2018)
Hans Hartung (German-French, 1904–1989)
Titles of Artworks:
Original Color Lithograph for XXe Siècle N° 41 (Robert Indiana – iconic "LOVE" / "Vinalhaven" motif)
Original Color Lithograph for XXe Siècle N° 41 (Hans Hartung – Lyrical Abstraction composition)
Year of Creation / Printing: December 1973
Technique: Original color lithographs
Paper Type: Special high-quality heavy wove paper stock
Signature / Numbering: Plate-signed / Unnumbered by hand (issued original as insert plates for the magazine edition)
Plate / Page Dimensions: 32 x 24.5 cm each
Publisher: Société Internationale d'Art XXe Siècle / F. Hazan, Paris
Printer: Amilcare Pizzi S.p.A., Milan
Provenance: Private collection (from the intact and complete original magazine)
Artwork Description & Condition Report
This lot features two magnificent original graphic works bound within the same volume:
Robert Indiana's lithograph showcases his legendary Pop Art aesthetic, blending bold geometry, typography, and vibrant yellow-and-black contrast.
Hans Hartung's lithograph displays his signature dynamic, energetic black brushstrokes contrasted with striking splashes of blue and yellow, representing the pinnacle of European Lyrical Abstraction.
Artwork Condition: Excellent Condition. Both prints feature vivid, crisp, and bright colors. The paper is clean, free of tears, creases, or trimming, with fully intact margins and bindings.
Other Artworks & Artistic Contributions in the Volume
The value of this issue is further amplified by the wealth of artistic content integrated throughout the pages, including major features and illustrations dedicated to 20th-century masters.
Editorial Content & Art-Historical Significance
The volume XXe Siècle N° 41 ("U.S. Art II & Panorama 73", December 1973) is an essential reference journal focused heavily on American art and contemporary movements:
U.S. Art & Avant-Garde Dossier: In-depth critical essays on Pop Art, Minimal Art, Conceptual Art, and Video Art, featuring crucial texts by Pierre Restany ("L'Amérique en crise et le grand jeu de l'Establishment"), Paul Lebeer, Michel Claura, and Seth Siegelaub.
Featured Masters: Extensive studies and imagery covering Andy Warhol, Roy Lichtenstein, Claes Oldenburg, James Rosenquist, Larry Rivers, Yves Klein, Marcel Duchamp, Georges Braque, Pablo Picasso, Joan Miró, Jean Dubuffet (L'Hourloupe), Marc Chagall, Asger Jorn, and Graham Sutherland.
Book & Publication Specifications
Publication Title: XXe Siècle N° 41 – U.S. Art II & Panorama 73
Publication Date: December 1973
Binding: Hardcover (Original hardcover editorial binding)
Number of Pages: 168 pages
Dimensions: 32 x 24.5 cm
Language: French
Book Condition: Very Good (VG). The binding is firm, square, and tight. Internal pages are fresh, clean, and well-preserved.
Collector’s Note
Many copies of XXe Siècle were historically broken up and disbound to sell individual lithographs separately. Finding a completely intact, original, and unrestored 168-page volume containing both original lithographs by Indiana and Hartung alongside the major U.S. Art dossier is a rare and highly desirable prize for collectors of Pop Art, modern prints, and rare art publications.
Packaging & Shipping
Guaranteed safe shipping with professional rigid packaging designed to protect the corners of the volume during transit. Shipped via tracked and insured express courier.
Seller's Story
About Our Gallery
Our gallery was founded from the deep passion of its owner for art and design, a passion that began in 2005. In that year, he started his journey in the art world by actively participating in national fairs, exhibitions, and specialized events, gradually developing extensive knowledge of the market and its many facets.
Over the years, this dedication has grown into a professional activity built on continuous research, study, and direct experience within the art and design sectors. Through careful exploration of different categories and collecting fields, our gallery has developed the ability to select unique and distinctive pieces that reflect both artistic value and refined design.
Today, we are proud to present our collection both through our physical gallery and through carefully curated online platforms. Our goal is to offer collectors and enthusiasts a diverse selection of sought-after objects, ranging from art pieces to iconic and collectible design items.
Each work or object we present is chosen with attention, expertise, and a genuine appreciation for quality, history, and aesthetic value.
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Artist
Robert Indiana & Hans Hartung
Title of artwork
Original Lithographs for XXe Siècle N° 41 (1973) – Complete Issue
Technique
Lithograph
Signature
Plate signed
Country of origin
United States
Year
1973
Condition
Excellent condition
Height
32 cm
Width
24.5 cm
Style
Pop Art
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Period
1970-1980
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