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Which mood best describes Alexander Calder’s sculptures?
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Like all meaningful works of art, the mood that best describes American artist Alexander Calder’s sculptures is subject to interpretation. Common descriptors for his abstract work include “playful” or “whimsical.” Calder is best known as the father of the mobile, a moving artwork composed of delicately balanced sculptural forms suspended from the ceiling. Shop a selection of Alexander Calder pieces from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
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Flying Colors '76 (Stars and Stripes) /// Alexander Calder Abstract Modern Art
By Alexander Calder
Located in Saint Augustine, FL
Artist: Alexander Calder (American, 1898-1976)
Title: "Flying Colors '76 (Stars and Stripes)"
Portfolio: Flying Colors
*Issued unsigned, though signed by Calder in the plate (printed...
Category
1970s Modern Abstract Prints
Materials
Lithograph
“Untitled”
By Alexander Calder
Located in Warren, NJ
ALEXANDER CALDER MODERN ABSTRACT LITHOGRAPH 1960s Signed And Numbered. In good condition for its age . Some minor frame wear as well as the glass. Measures 38x30
Category
20th Century Prints and Multiples
Materials
Lithograph
Alexander Calder lithograph Derrière le miroir (Calder prints)
By Alexander Calder
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Alexander Calder Lithograph c. 1967 from Derrière le miroir:
Lithograph in colors; 15 x 11 inches.
Very good overall vintage condition; well-preserved.
Unsigned from an edition of u...
Category
Mid-20th Century Abstract Nude Prints
Materials
Lithograph
Skybird
By Alexander Calder
Located in San Francisco, CA
Original lithograph printed in colors on Arches wove paper.
Signed with the artist’s monogram and dated on the stone lower right CA 74.
A superb impression of the definitive state,...
Category
20th Century Abstract Geometric Abstract Prints
Materials
Lithograph
Alexander Calder lithograph derrière le miroir (1960s Calder prints)
By Alexander Calder
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Alexander Calder Lithograph c. 1967 from Derrière le miroir:
Lithograph in colors; 15 x 11 inches.
Very good overall vintage condition; well-preseved.
Unsigned from an edition of u...
Category
1960s Pop Art Abstract Prints
Materials
Lithograph, Offset
Convection (Braniff International Airways), Alexander Calder
By Alexander Calder
Located in Fairfield, CT
Artist: Alexander Calder (1898-1976)
Title: Convection (from the Braniff International Airways Flying Colors Collection)
Year: 1974
Medium: Lithograph on Arches paper
Size: 20 x 26 ...
Category
1970s Modern Abstract Prints
Materials
Lithograph
