Antonio Lorenzo (1922) - Ludoteca - Tribute to John Paul II Collection

Artwork Details:
Artist: Antonio Lorenzo (Spain, 1922). 
Title: Ludoteca. 
Technique: Original etching. 
Dimensions: 47 cm x 40 cm. 
Edition: 333/500. The print is hand-numbered and signed by the artist, dated '93. 

Exceptional History and Provenance:
Papal Tribute: This etching is part of the exclusive XV Anniversary Collection. The series was formed by twelve internationally renowned painters to honor H.H. John Paul II on his fifteenth pontificate anniversary. 

Exhibited at the Holy See: The collection was formally presented on October 17, 1995, in the Conference Room of the Vatican Typography. The artworks from this tribute were exhibited inside the Vatican. 

Vatican Typography: All accompanying folders and editorial materials for this collection were printed using the exclusive Vatican Typography. 

Guaranteed Exclusivity: To ensure the rarity of these unique copies, the original metal plates were destroyed at the end of the stamping process, an action officially documented before a Notary of Vatican City. 
Quality and Collector's Appeal:

Artistic Vision: Titled Ludoteca, the work reflects Lorenzo's unique geometric and mechanical surrealism. The accompanying text describes the piece as being inspired by "the playful reverie of the man-child" (por el ensueño lúdico del hombre niño). 

Exquisite Technique: The etching showcases meticulous line work with delicate color aquatint details, pressing a deep, visible plate mark into the high-quality paper. 

Investment Value: Featuring an impeccable Vatican provenance, significant historical context, and the artist's original signature, this print represents a fantastic opportunity for collectors of modern Spanish art and is offered at a highly competitive estimated price.