Paul Klee
Paul Klee, Winter Sleep, from Verve, Revue Artistique, 1938
1938

Name: Paul Klee, Winter Sleep, from Verve, Revue Artistique, 1938
Brand: Paul Klee
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About the Item

This exquisite lithograph by Paul Klee (1879–1940), titled Sommeil d’hiver (Winter Sleep), from Verve, Revue Artistique et Litteraire, Vol. I, No. 3, originates from the 1938 issue published by Editions de la revue Verve, Paris, under the direction of Teriade, Editeur, Paris, and printed by Mourlot Freres, Paris, 1938. This serene and introspective composition embodies Klee’s poetic vision and masterful command of abstraction, evoking a quiet stillness that mirrors the rhythms of nature and the passage of time. Sommeil d’hiver reveals Klee’s lyrical balance between geometry and emotion, where muted tones, subtle textures, and dreamlike forms unite to convey a sense of contemplation and renewal—a meditation on rest, silence, and the inner landscapes of the soul. Executed as a lithograph on velin du Marais paper, this work measures 10.5 x 14 inches (26.67 x 35.56 cm). Signed in the plate and unnumbered as issued. The edition exemplifies the exceptional craftsmanship of the Mourlot Freres atelier, renowned for its collaborations with leading modern artists of the 20th century. Artwork Details: Artist: Paul Klee (1879–1940) Title: Sommeil d’hiver (Winter Sleep), from Verve, Revue Artistique et Litteraire, Vol. I, No. 3, 1938 Medium: Lithograph on velin du Marais paper Dimensions: 10.5 x 14 inches (26.67 x 35.56 cm) Inscription: Signed in the plate and unnumbered as issued Date: 1938 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. 3, published by Editions de la revue Verve, Paris, 1938 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 publisher Teriade (Stratis Eleftheriades). Conceived as a unification of art, poetry, and philosophy, Verve featured the greatest modern artists of its time—Henri Matisse, Pablo Picasso, Marc Chagall, Georges Braque, Joan Miro, Fernand Leger, and others—alongside leading literary and intellectual figures such as Paul Eluard, Albert Camus, and Jean-Paul Sartre. Each issue was a masterpiece of design, containing original lithographs printed by Mourlot Freres, the premier Parisian lithographic atelier. The 1938 issue, Vol. I, No. 3, exemplified Verve’s mission to celebrate artistic innovation and poetic vision during an era of political tension and cultural transformation, standing as a testament to the enduring power of art as a universal language of harmony and thought. About the Artist: Paul Klee (1879–1940) was a Swiss-German painter, draftsman, printmaker, and teacher whose boundless imagination, lyrical abstraction, and profound mastery of color made him one of the most influential artists of the 20th century. Born in Munchenbuchsee near Bern, Switzerland, into a family of musicians, Klee’s early training in both art and music shaped his belief that painting, like music, was governed by rhythm, harmony, and composition. After studying at the Academy of Fine Arts in Munich under Franz von Stuck, Klee explored Symbolism, Impressionism, and Cubism before a transformative 1914 trip to Tunisia revealed to him the spiritual power of color. “Color and I are one,” he wrote—a revelation that defined the rest of his career. Following World War I, Klee became a central figure at the Bauhaus, where he taught alongside Wassily Kandinsky, Laszlo Moholy-Nagy, and Josef Albers, developing groundbreaking theories on form, line, and color that shaped the evolution of modern art and design. His works—ranging from mystical abstractions to whimsical compositions—merge geometry, intuition, and poetry, forming a visual language that transcends traditional boundaries. Engaging in creative dialogue with contemporaries including Pablo Picasso, Alexander Calder, Alberto Giacometti, Salvador Dali, Joan Miro, Wassily Kandinsky, Marcel Duchamp, and Man Ray, Klee shared their revolutionary spirit yet stood apart for his uniquely introspective vision. His delicate balance of intellect and emotion profoundly influenced later artists such as Mark Rothko, Jackson Pollock, Cy Twombly, Jean Dubuffet, and Josef Albers, whose explorations of color and abstraction echoed his teachings. Even in exile and ill health in his final years, Klee’s art retained its vitality, evolving toward bolder line and spiritual depth. Today, his works are held in major museum collections worldwide, including MoMA, the Tate Modern, the Centre Pompidou, and the Zentrum Paul Klee in Bern, and are prized by collectors for their innovation, lyricism, and timeless beauty. His highest auction record was achieved by Tanzerin (Dancer) (1932), which sold for $7,483,000 at Christie’s, New York, on November 8, 2011, reaffirming Klee’s enduring legacy as one of the most poetic and visionary artists in the history of modern art. Paul Klee Sommeil d’hiver, Klee Verve, Klee Mourlot Freres, Klee Teriade, Klee 1938 lithograph, Klee velin du Marais, Klee Revue Artistique et Litteraire, Klee collectible print, Klee modernist lithograph.

Creator:
Paul Klee (1879-1940, German)
Creation Year:
1938
Dimensions:
Height: 10.25 in (26.04 cm)Width: 14 in (35.56 cm)
Medium:
Lithograph
Movement & Style:
Modern
Period:
1930-1939
Condition:
Gallery Location:
Southampton, NY
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU1465216380682