François Fiedler
Francois Fiedler, Untitled, from Derriere le Miroir, 1982
1982

Name: Francois Fiedler, Untitled, from Derriere le Miroir, 1982
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About the Item

This exquisite lithograph by Francois Fiedler (1921–2001), titled Sans titre (Untitled), originates from the historic 1982 folio Derriere le Miroir, No. 250, Hommage a Aime et Marguerite Maeght (Tribute to Aime and Marguerite Maeght). Published by Maeght Editeur, Paris, under the direction of Aime Maeght, and printed by Imprimerie Moderne du Lion, Paris, this composition embodies Fiedler’s mastery of abstraction and texture, revealing his fascination with the interplay of light, surface, and energy. In Sans titre, Fiedler translates the spontaneous gesture into a profound visual meditation—layering pigment and rhythm to evoke a dynamic, almost cosmic sense of movement and depth. Executed on velin paper, this lithograph measures 15 x 22 inches (38.1 x 55.9 cm), with centerfold, as issued. As issued, it is unsigned and unnumbered, consistent with the authorized publication format. The edition reflects Fiedler’s unique ability to merge painterly sensitivity with abstract structure, exemplifying his important role within the Maeght circle of postwar European artists. Artwork Details: Artist: Francois Fiedler (1921–2001) Title: Sans titre (Untitled), from Derriere le Miroir, No. 250, Hommage a Aime et Marguerite Maeght (Tribute to Aime and Marguerite Maeght), 1982 Medium: Lithograph on velin paper Dimensions: 15 x 22 inches (38.1 x 55.9 cm), with centerfold, as issued Inscription: Unsigned and unnumbered, as issued Date: 1982 Publisher: Maeght Editeur, Paris Printer: Imprimerie Moderne du Lion, Paris Condition: Well preserved, consistent with age and medium Provenance: From the 1982 folio Derriere le Miroir, No. 250, published by Maeght Editeur, Paris Notes: Excerpted from the folio (translated from French): This special issue of Derriere le Miroir was designed and defined by Aime Maeght in the fall of 1980. He envisioned its publication as a celebration with which artists and writers published since 1946 were to be associated. He also chose Francois Chapon, president of the Reverdy Committee, to write the presentation. This Derriere le Miroir number 250 took the form, after its disappearance on September 5, 1981, of a tribute to Aime Maeght and his wife Marguerite Maeght who died four years earlier. 24 artists agreed to create an original graphic work for this issue which includes the general table of all issues as well as excerpts from texts by 32 writers. Finished printing on June 2, 1982 on the presses of l’Imprimerie Moderne du Lion in Paris. CL examples were printed on velin d’Arches, numbered from I to CL, and some non-commercial examples constituting the original edition. 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, Eduardo Chillida, Ellsworth Kelly, Francis Bacon, Paul Rebeyrolle, Claude Garache, Antoni Tapies, Bram van Velde, Pierre Alechinsky, Pol Bury, Shusaku Arakawa, Gerard Titus-Carmel, and Panayiotis Vassilakis Takis. Printed in the ateliers of Mourlot, Arte, and Imprimerie Moderne du Lion, 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: Francois Fiedler (1921–2001) was a Hungarian-born French painter and printmaker celebrated for his powerful abstract compositions that merge gesture, texture, and light into deeply atmospheric works. After moving to Paris in 1946, Fiedler was discovered by Joan Miró and soon joined Galerie Maeght, where he exhibited alongside modern masters including Pablo Picasso, Henri Matisse, Alexander Calder, Marc Chagall, Salvador Dali, Georges Braque, Wassily Kandinsky, Marcel Duchamp, and Man Ray. Fiedler’s art evolved from figurative expression to lyrical abstraction, characterized by intricate layers of color and spontaneous, tactile surfaces that evoke both natural and cosmic forces. His collaboration with Miró, Calder, and Chagall placed him at the center of postwar European modernism, where he became known for his mastery of texture and emotion. His works are held in major collections and have been featured in prominent exhibitions worldwide, reflecting a timeless balance of energy and introspection. The highest price ever paid for a Francois Fiedler artwork at auction is approximately $40,000 USD, achieved in 2008 at Sotheby’s New York for Composition (1958). 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Creator:
François Fiedler (1921, Hungarian)
Creation Year:
1982
Dimensions:
Height: 15 in (38.1 cm)Width: 22 in (55.88 cm)
Medium:
Lithograph
Movement & Style:
Contemporary
Period:
1980-1989
Condition:
Gallery Location:
Southampton, NY
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU1465216701712

By François Fiedler

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Medium: original lithograph. Printed in 1959 for the art revue Derriere le Miroir (issue number 116) and published in Paris by the Maeght atelier. Size: 15 x 22 inches (377 x 560 mm)...

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