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What was Alexander Calder famous for?
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Alexander Calder was famous for his work as an artist. The American sculptor is known as the father of the mobile, a moving artwork composed of delicately balanced sculptural forms suspended from the ceiling. He also created large-scale sculptures that frequently involved kinetic elements. Some of his best-known works include Mobile (Arc of Petals), Cirque Calder, Josephine Baker (III), Fish and A Universe. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of Alexander Calder art.
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Untitled, from Derriere le Miroir #173
By Alexander Calder
Located in Washington, DC
Artist: Alexander Calder
Medium: Lithograph
Title: Untitled from Derriere le Miroir #173
Portfolio: Derriere le Miroir #173
Year: 1968
Edition: Unnumbered
Signed: Unsigned
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Category
1960s Abstract Abstract Prints
Materials
Lithograph
Composition, World Federation of United Nations Associations, Alexander Calder
By Alexander Calder
Located in Auburn Hills, MI
Lithograph and original issue World Federation of United Nations Associations postage stamp on vélin paper. Inscription: Signed in the plate, as issued. Good condition. Notes: Publis...
Category
1970s Modern Abstract Prints
Materials
Lithograph
Alexander CalderComposition, World Federation of United Nations Associations, Alexander Calder, 1975
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USA : McGovern for McGovernment - Original Screen Print HANDSIGNED
By Alexander Calder
Located in Paris, IDF
Alexander CALDER
USA : McGovern for McGovernment, 1972
Original screenprint
Handsigned in pencil
Justified EA (artist proof)
On BFK Rives Vellum 88 x 60 cm (c. 35 x 24 in)
Authentic...
Category
1960s Pop Art Abstract Prints
Materials
Screen
Alexander Calder, 'Skybird' from Flying Colors suite 1974-1975
By Alexander Calder
Located in Pembroke Pines, FL
Artist: Alexander Calder (1898-1976)
Title: "Skybird" (from the Braniff International Airways Flying Colors Collection)
Year: 1974-75
Medium: Lithographs on Arches paper
Size: 20 x 2...
Category
1970s Contemporary Prints and Multiples
Materials
Lithograph
Alexander Calder, 'Convection' from Flying Colors suite 1974-1975
By Alexander Calder
Located in Pembroke Pines, FL
Artist: Alexander Calder (1898-1976)
Title: "Convection" (from the Braniff International Airways Flying Colors Collection)
Year: 1974-75
Medium: Lithographs on Arches paper
Size: 20 ...
Category
1970s Contemporary Prints and Multiples
Materials
Lithograph
original lithograph
By Alexander Calder
Located in Henderson, NV
Medium: original lithograph. This is one of the Alexander Calder lithographs from his "Stabiles" series, printed in 1963 for the art revue Derriere le Miroir (issue number 141) and p...
Category
1960s Abstract Prints and Multiples
Materials
Lithograph
