Jan Saudek (1935) - White Dream
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Jan Saudek’s hand-signed limited-edition silkscreen print, White Dream, was made in 2024 and is numbered XXIII/XXV, with an image size of 50 × 68 cm.
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This limited-edition silkscreen print is part of Jan Saudek's acclaimed anniversary print project, titled "Story of My Life," which showcases a modern graphic art series created by the world-renowned Czech art photographer.
The artwork is based on one of his early, deeply poetic archival photographs, originally captured in 1970.
The composition captures an intimate and dreamlike atmosphere, depicting a young boy sitting on a bed next to a large open window, where a dramatic, billowing curtain catches the incoming light. Decades after capturing the original image, Jan Saudek revisited the negative to produce this modern silkscreen edition, framing the luminous scene with his signature white lettering that reads: "AND EVEN IN THE MORNING HE DREAM HIS DREAMS, CURTAINS WAVE, WHITE DREAM FLIES AWAY AND RETURNS AGAIN." The work stands as a poignant allegorical reflection on childhood innocence, the fleeting nature of dreams, and the subconscious world.
• Artist: Jan Saudek (born 1935, Prague)
• Title: White Dream (And even in the morning he dream his dreams)
• Year of Release: 2024
• Original Photograph Date: 1970
• Medium: Multi-color serigraph / silkscreen on heavy graphic paper
• Image Size: 50 x 68 cm
• Sheet Size: 60 x 80 cm
• Signature: Hand-signed by the artist at the bottom center ("Jan Saudek")
• Edition: XXIII/XXV
• Condition: Excellent, Slightly curling at two edges
This silkscreen print will be included in an upcoming art monograph scheduled for publication next year.
Seller's Story
We are a partnership of three established antiquarian bookshops in Prague: Antikvariát Radhošťská, Antikvariát Dlážděná, and Antikvariát Vltavín.
Together, we bring decades of experience in sourcing, researching, and handling rare books, prints, maps, manuscripts, graphic art, photographs, and other historical and collectible objects. Our material comes from private collections, family estates, libraries, and long-standing contacts throughout the Czech Republic and Central Europe.
We are particularly passionate about antiquarian and collectible books, fine prints, Prague-related material, art publications, bibliofilia, early editions, historical documents, and unique objects with cultural or historical significance. Alongside books, we regularly offer graphic art, old maps, posters, and carefully selected collectibles that we believe deserve an international audience.
Every lot is individually chosen for its quality, rarity, historical interest, or visual appeal. We strive to provide accurate descriptions, careful research, and secure professional packaging to ensure that each item reaches its new owner safely.
From the heart of Prague, we are delighted to share the rich cultural heritage of Central Europe with collectors around the world.
This limited-edition silkscreen print is part of Jan Saudek's acclaimed anniversary print project, titled "Story of My Life," which showcases a modern graphic art series created by the world-renowned Czech art photographer.
The artwork is based on one of his early, deeply poetic archival photographs, originally captured in 1970.
The composition captures an intimate and dreamlike atmosphere, depicting a young boy sitting on a bed next to a large open window, where a dramatic, billowing curtain catches the incoming light. Decades after capturing the original image, Jan Saudek revisited the negative to produce this modern silkscreen edition, framing the luminous scene with his signature white lettering that reads: "AND EVEN IN THE MORNING HE DREAM HIS DREAMS, CURTAINS WAVE, WHITE DREAM FLIES AWAY AND RETURNS AGAIN." The work stands as a poignant allegorical reflection on childhood innocence, the fleeting nature of dreams, and the subconscious world.
• Artist: Jan Saudek (born 1935, Prague)
• Title: White Dream (And even in the morning he dream his dreams)
• Year of Release: 2024
• Original Photograph Date: 1970
• Medium: Multi-color serigraph / silkscreen on heavy graphic paper
• Image Size: 50 x 68 cm
• Sheet Size: 60 x 80 cm
• Signature: Hand-signed by the artist at the bottom center ("Jan Saudek")
• Edition: XXIII/XXV
• Condition: Excellent, Slightly curling at two edges
This silkscreen print will be included in an upcoming art monograph scheduled for publication next year.
Seller's Story
We are a partnership of three established antiquarian bookshops in Prague: Antikvariát Radhošťská, Antikvariát Dlážděná, and Antikvariát Vltavín.
Together, we bring decades of experience in sourcing, researching, and handling rare books, prints, maps, manuscripts, graphic art, photographs, and other historical and collectible objects. Our material comes from private collections, family estates, libraries, and long-standing contacts throughout the Czech Republic and Central Europe.
We are particularly passionate about antiquarian and collectible books, fine prints, Prague-related material, art publications, bibliofilia, early editions, historical documents, and unique objects with cultural or historical significance. Alongside books, we regularly offer graphic art, old maps, posters, and carefully selected collectibles that we believe deserve an international audience.
Every lot is individually chosen for its quality, rarity, historical interest, or visual appeal. We strive to provide accurate descriptions, careful research, and secure professional packaging to ensure that each item reaches its new owner safely.
From the heart of Prague, we are delighted to share the rich cultural heritage of Central Europe with collectors around the world.
Details
Edition number
XXIII/XXV
Edition
Limited edition
Sold by
Gallery
Artist
Jan Saudek (1935)
Technique
Silkscreen
Title of artwork
White Dream
Signature
Hand signed
Country of origin
Czechia
Year
2024
Colour
Black, Grey, White
Condition
Excellent condition
Height
50 cm
Width
68 cm
Depiction/theme
Interior scene
Style
Pop Art
Sold with frame
No
Period
2020+
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