Abraham Rattner
Abraham Rattner, The Fire, from Verve, Revue Artistique, 1937
1937

Name: Abraham Rattner, The Fire, from Verve, Revue Artistique, 1937
Brand: Abraham Rattner
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About the Item

This exquisite lithograph by Abraham Rattner (1895–1978), titled Le Feu (The Fire), from Verve, Revue Artistique et Litteraire, Vol. I, No. 1, originates from the 1937 issue published by Editions de la revue Verve, Paris, under the direction of Teriade, Editeur, Paris, and printed by Mourlot Freres, Paris, 1937. This dynamic composition exemplifies Rattner’s mastery of expressive form and radiant color, uniting modern abstraction with spiritual and emotional depth. Le Feu captures the transformative energy of fire as both a physical and symbolic force—a manifestation of passion, creation, and divine illumination. Through its bold color contrasts, rhythmic contours, and stained-glass-like luminosity, the work embodies Rattner’s lifelong fascination with the intersection of mysticism, modernity, and human emotion. Executed as a lithograph on velin du Marais paper, this work measures 14 x 10.5 inches (35.56 x 26.67 cm). Signed in the plate and unnumbered as issued. The edition reflects the exceptional craftsmanship of the Mourlot Freres atelier, renowned for its collaborations with leading modern artists of the 20th century. Artwork Details: Artist: Abraham Rattner (1895–1978) Title: Le Feu (The Fire), from Verve, Revue Artistique et Litteraire, Vol. I, No. 1, 1937 Medium: Lithograph on velin du Marais paper Dimensions: 14 x 10.5 inches (35.56 x 26.67 cm) Inscription: Signed in the plate and unnumbered as issued Date: 1937 Publisher: Editions de la revue Verve, Paris, under the direction of Teriade, Editeur, Paris Printer: Mourlot Freres, Paris Condition: Well preserved, consistent with age and medium Provenance: From Verve, Revue Artistique et Litteraire, Vol. I, No. 1, published by Editions de la revue Verve, Paris, 1937 About the Publication: Verve, Revue Artistique et Litteraire was one of the most influential art periodicals of the 20th century, founded in Paris in 1937 by the visionary Greek-born publisher Teriade (Stratis Eleftheriades). Conceived as a harmonious union of art, literature, and philosophy, Verve featured original lithographs and writings by the most important artists and thinkers of the modern era—Henri Matisse, Pablo Picasso, Marc Chagall, Georges Braque, Joan Miro, Fernand Leger, and others—alongside literary contributions by figures such as Paul Eluard and Albert Camus. Printed by the master lithographers Mourlot Freres, each issue was a triumph of artistry and technical excellence, serving as a vibrant testament to the creative collaboration between painters, poets, and printers. The inaugural issue, Vol. I, No. 1, published in 1937, set a new standard for the art book as a medium of both beauty and intellect, introducing the Verve vision as a celebration of modern human creativity in its purest form. About the Artist: Abraham Rattner (1895–1978) was an American painter and printmaker celebrated for his vibrant color, spiritual symbolism, and emotionally charged fusion of modernism and mysticism. Born in Poughkeepsie, New York, to Russian-Jewish immigrant parents, Rattner trained at the Corcoran School of Art and the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts before serving in the U.S. Army’s camouflage unit during World War I—a formative experience that informed his later fascination with pattern and distortion. After the war, he settled in Paris, immersing himself in the avant-garde alongside Alexander Calder, Alberto Giacometti, Salvador Dali, Joan Miro, Wassily Kandinsky, Marcel Duchamp, and Man Ray, absorbing influences from Cubism, Surrealism, and Expressionism. His bold compositions, radiant jewel tones, and black-contoured forms evoke stained glass and spiritual illumination, bridging sacred and modern worlds. Rattner’s art reflects both the intellectual vigor of his Parisian peers and the profound humanism that defined his career, inspiring later generations of artists in Neo-Expressionism and contemporary figurative abstraction. His works continue to command global interest among museums and collectors alike. The artist’s auction record stands with “Two Figures and Masks, Composition #3,” which sold for $25,000 at Sotheby’s, New York, on October 20, 2016. Abraham Rattner Le Feu, Rattner Verve, Rattner Mourlot Freres, Rattner Teriade, Rattner 1937 lithograph, Rattner velin du Marais, Rattner Revue Artistique et Litteraire, Rattner collectible print, Rattner modernist lithograph.

Creator:
Abraham Rattner (1895-1978, American)
Creation Year:
1937
Dimensions:
Height: 14 in (35.56 cm)Width: 10.25 in (26.04 cm)
Medium:
Lithograph
Movement & Style:
Surrealist
Period:
1930-1939
Condition:
Gallery Location:
Southampton, NY
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU1465216347512