Andre Derain, Untitled, from Derriere le miroir, 1957 (after)
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About the Item

This exquisite lithograph after Andre Derain (1880–1954), titled Sans titre (Untitled), originates from the 1957 folio Derriere le miroir, No. 94–95. Published by Maeght Editeur, Paris, under the direction of Aime Maeght, and printed by Imprimerie Union, Paris, this work reflects Derain’s tenebrous late-career draftsmanship, defined by shadow-suffused contour, atmospheric modeling, and the brooding, sculptural weight that characterizes his mature figure drawings. Executed as a lithograph on velin paper, this work measures 15 x 11 inches (38.1 x 27.94 cm). Unsigned and unnumbered as issued. Printed by Imprimerie Union, Paris. Artwork Details: Artist: After Andre Derain (1880–1954) Title: Sans titre (Untitled), from Derriere le miroir, No. 94–95, 1957 Medium: Lithograph on velin paper Dimensions: 15 x 11 inches (38.1 x 27.94 cm) Inscription: Unsigned and unnumbered as issued Date: 1957 Publisher: Maeght Editeur, Paris Printer: Imprimerie Union, Paris Condition: Well preserved, consistent with age and medium Provenance: From the 1957 folio Derriere le miroir, No. 94–95, published by Maeght Editeur, Paris About the Publication: Derriere le Miroir (translated as “Behind the Mirror”) was an iconic French art periodical published from 1946 to 1982 by Maeght Editeur, one of the most influential art publishers of the 20th century. Founded by Aime Maeght in Paris, the publication was conceived as a visual and literary collaboration between leading modern artists, poets, and critics. Each issue functioned as both an exhibition catalogue and a work of art in itself—featuring original lithographs printed directly from the artists’ stones or plates, alongside essays, poems, and critical commentary. Over the course of 36 years, Derriere le Miroir produced more than 250 issues and showcased an extraordinary roster of artists including Henri Matisse, Marc Chagall, Joan Miro, Georges Braque, Alexander Calder, Fernand Leger, Pierre Bonnard, Alberto Giacometti, and Eduardo Chillida. Printed in the ateliers of Mourlot and Arte, the periodical set new standards for quality in color lithography, combining fine art printing with elegant typography and poetic text. Beyond its visual brilliance, Derriere le Miroir also became a cultural chronicle of postwar European modernism. Each issue coincided with exhibitions held at Galerie Maeght, providing a collectible and widely accessible record of groundbreaking shows. Its integration of image, text, and philosophy created a dialogue between art and literature that elevated the modern art book to new aesthetic heights. Today, Derriere le Miroir remains one of the most sought-after and historically significant art publications, prized by collectors and scholars alike for its craftsmanship, influence, and its role in defining the visual language of 20th-century modernism. The Maeght Foundation in Saint-Paul-de-Vence continues to honor this legacy through exhibitions and archival preservation of the series, affirming Derriere le Miroir’s enduring place in the history of modern art and fine art publishing. About the Artist: Andre Derain (1880–1954) was a French painter, printmaker, sculptor, and one of the founding fathers of Fauvism whose radical use of pure color and simplified form redefined modern art in the early twentieth century. Born in Chatou, near Paris, Derain initially studied engineering before turning to painting, where his collaboration with Henri Matisse and Maurice de Vlaminck ignited a revolution in color and expression. His early landscapes of Collioure and London burst with vibrancy and emotional energy, marking a decisive break from Impressionism and establishing him as a leading innovator of the avant-garde. Drawing inspiration from Paul Cezanne’s structure, Paul Gauguin’s color harmonies, and the optical theories of Georges Seurat, Derain developed a style that balanced intensity and order, bridging Fauvism and the emerging currents of Cubism. Throughout his career, he moved among the great creative minds of modernism, including Alexander Calder, Alberto Giacometti, Salvador Dali, Joan Miro, Wassily Kandinsky, Marcel Duchamp, and Man Ray, sharing with them a commitment to experimentation and form. Derain’s later work evolved toward classical composition and sculptural clarity, influencing generations of artists who sought to reconcile tradition with modern innovation—from early abstractionists to postwar colorists and Neo-Expressionists. Today, his paintings remain cornerstones of museum and private collections worldwide for their brilliance, historical significance, and enduring beauty. The artists highest auction record was achieved by Arbres a Collioure (1905), which sold for 16281250 GBP (approximately 24 million USD) at Sothebys, London, on June 22, 2010. Andre Derain lithograph, Derain Sans titre, Derain Derriere le Miroir, Derain Maeght Editeur Paris, Derain Imprimerie Union, Derain 1957 edition, Derain Fauvist master, Derain figure drawing, Derain collectible graphic work.

Creation Year:
1957
Dimensions:
Height: 15 in (38.1 cm)Width: 11 in (27.94 cm)
Medium:
Lithograph
Movement & Style:
Modern
After:
André Derain (1880-1954, French)
Period:
1950-1959
Condition:
Gallery Location:
Southampton, NY
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU1465214322752

Early 20th Century figurative drawing by French Fauvist artist Andre Derain

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