1950s Prints and Multiples

Giorgio de CHIRICO Horses in a Mythological Landscape, c. 1955 Lithograph and stencil (Jacomet workshop) Printed signature in the plate On light vellum 48 x 38 cm (c. 19 x 15 in) V...

Estate stamped, verso, for Victor Di Gesu (American, 1914-1988) and created circa 1950. A substantial monotype and gouache showing a young woman seated, her kimono fallen open and b...

Medium: original lithograph. This lithograph is from the rare 1951 "Improvisations" portfolio, published by the Artists Equity Association of New York on the occasion of the 1951 Spr...

Date: 1957 Lithograph Edition of 6000 Size: 9 x 15.25 in. (22.86 x 38.74 cm) Frame Size: 15.5 x 22 inches Printer: Mourlot Paris Publisher: Maeght, Paris 1957 Reference: Cramer 34: M...

This exquisite lithograph after Henri Matisse (1869–1954), titled Mademoiselle Yvonne Landsberg (Miss Yvonne Landsberg), from the album Portraits par Henri Matisse (Portraits by Henr...

Lithograph, 1957 Handsigned by the artist in pencil and numbered 2/100 Publisher : Hedwig Marbach, Berne Printer : Jean Pons, Paris Catalog : RMM 98 65.50 cm. x 50.00 cm. 25.79 in. ...

This exquisite lithograph by Alexander Calder (1898–1976), titled Sans titre (Untitled), from the album XXe Siecle, Nouvelle serie No. 3 (double), Juin 1952, originates from the 1952...

Medium: pochoir (after the watercolor and collage). Printed in 1957 at the atelier of Daniel Jacomet and published in Paris by the Galerie Berggruen for a rare catalogue. Image size:...

PABLO PICASSO (1881-1973) Hibou brillant (A. R. 285) Terre de faïence dish, 1955, from the edition of 450, glazed and painted, with the Edition Picasso and Madoura stamps.

1953 “Discover France by Train” — A. Planson — French National Railways (SNCF) — Original Vintage Poster, archival linen-backed, Grade A. Ready to frame. In 1953, the SNCF, France’...

This work will be exhibited at Art on Paper NYC, September 4–7, 2025. – Pablo Picasso (1881–1973) – Le Vieux Roi (Old King) Technique: Original lithograph Year: 1959 Dimensions: 64...

Medium: wood engraving (after the watercolor). Printed in Paris in 1955 at the atelier Coulouma for "Mille nuits et une nuit" (1001 Nights) which was the last major portfolio by Kees...

Medium: pochoir (after the gouache). Printed in Paris in 1957 by Jacomet and issued in an edition of 1000 by the Galerie Berggruen for a rare catalogue. Image size: 5 x 3 3/4 inches ...

Medium: original lithograph. This lithograph is from the rare 1954 "Improvisations" portfolio, published by the Artists Equity Association of New York on the occasion of the 1954 Spr...

This exquisite lithograph after Henri Matisse (1869–1954), titled Decoupages (Cutouts), from the album XXe Siecle, Nouvelle serie N°4 (double) Janvier 1954, originates from the 1954 ...

This exquisite etching after Alberto Giacometti (1901–1966), titled Nu de Profil (Nude in Profile), from the folio Derriere le miroir, 10 Ans d'Edition 1946-1956, No. 92-93, originates from the 1956 edition published by Maeght Editeur, Paris, and printed by Atelier Crommelynck, Paris, 1956. This work exemplifies Giacometti’s mastery of line and existential sensitivity, capturing the fragility, grace, and introspection that define his vision of the human form. Executed as an etching, cuivre rayé apres tirage on velin paper, this work measures 15 x 11 inches overall; 12.2 x 2.17 inches image size. Unsigned and unnumbered as issued. The edition exemplifies the superb craftsmanship of Atelier Crommelynck, Paris. Artwork Details: Artist: After Alberto Giacometti (1901–1966) Title: Nu de Profil (Nude in Profile), from the folio Derriere le miroir, 10 Ans d'Edition 1946-1956, No. 92-93 Medium: Etching, cuivre rayé apres tirage on velin paper Dimensions: 15 x 11 inches, overall; 12.2 x 2.17 inches, image size (38.1 x 27.94 cm; 31 x 5.5 cm) Inscription: Unsigned and unnumbered as issued Date: 1956 Publisher: Maeght Editeur, Paris Printer: Atelier Crommelynck, Paris Condition: Well preserved, consistent with age and medium Provenance: From the folio Derriere le miroir, 10 Ans d'Edition 1946-1956, No. 92-93, published by Maeght Editeur, Paris; printed by Atelier Crommelynck, Paris, 1956 Notes: Excerpted from the folio (translated from French), This catalogue, forming a special issue of Derriere le miroir, was completed in October 1956 on the presses of Draeger Freres on behalf of Aime Maeght, Editeur. The original lithographs of Miro, Chagall and Bazaine were shot by Mourlot Freres. The eaux-fortes rayees of Miro and Giacometti were shot by Crommelynck. Raoul Ubac composed and pulled the engraved wood from the cover. The photographs of Braque's reproduced works are by Mr. Routhier. Those of the other artists of Y. Hervochon. About the Publication: Derriere le miroir (Behind the Mirror) was one of the most important art publications of the 20th century, created and published by Maeght Editeur in Paris from 1946 to 1982. Founded by the visionary art dealer and publisher Aime Maeght, the series served as both an exhibition catalogue and a work of art in its own right, uniting original lithographs by leading modern and contemporary artists with critical essays, poetry, and design of the highest quality. Printed by master lithographers such as Mourlot Freres and Arte, Derriere le miroir became synonymous with the artistic vanguard of postwar Europe. Each issue was devoted to a single artist or theme and published to accompany exhibitions at the Galerie Maeght in Paris, featuring works by Pablo Picasso, Henri Matisse, Georges Braque, Joan Miro, Marc Chagall, Alexander Calder, Fernand Leger, and Alberto Giacometti, among others. The publication reflected Maeght's belief that art should be both accessible and elevated—an ideal realized through its luxurious production values, meticulous printing, and collaboration with the greatest creative minds of its time. About the Artist: Alberto Giacometti (1901–1966) was a Swiss sculptor, painter, and draughtsman whose hauntingly elongated figures and existential vision redefined modern art and made him one of the most influential artists of the 20th century. Born in Borgonovo, Switzerland, into an artistic family—his father, Giovanni Giacometti, was a noted Post-Impressionist—he was immersed in art from an early age before studying in Geneva and moving to Paris in 1922, where he became part of the city’s avant-garde alongside Pablo Picasso, Alexander Calder, Salvador Dali, Joan Miro, Wassily Kandinsky, Marcel Duchamp, and Man Ray. In the 1920s and 1930s, Giacometti explored Cubism and Surrealism, creating symbolic and dreamlike sculptures such as Suspended Ball (1930–31) and The Palace at 4 A.M. (1932), which reflected the influence of Dali, Duchamp, and Man Ray. By the 1940s, he abandoned Surrealism to pursue a deeply personal exploration of the human condition, developing his iconic attenuated figures that embodied both fragility and resilience. His signature sculptures—L’Homme qui marche I (Walking Man I), Femme debout, and Le Chariot—expressed the isolation, endurance, and vulnerability of modern existence, echoing the existential philosophy of Jean-Paul Sartre and Simone de Beauvoir. Giacometti’s figures, stripped of mass yet monumental in spirit, symbolized humanity’s search for meaning in a postwar world, while his paintings and drawings—portraits of his brother Diego, his wife Annette, and his friends—captured the psychological depth of perception with trembling, repetitive lines that blurred the boundary between body and soul. His friendships with Picasso, Calder, Miro, and Kandinsky shaped his understanding of form, motion, and space, while his philosophical engagement with Duchamp and Man Ray deepened his inquiry into the nature of reality and perception. Working obsessively in his modest Montparnasse studio, Giacometti pursued art as an existential act—destroying and rebuilding his figures in an endless search for truth. His influence on postwar art was immense, shaping the work of Henry Moore, Francis Bacon, Louise Bourgeois, Lucian Freud, and later contemporary sculptors such as Antony Gormley and Anselm Kiefer. His aesthetic also resonated beyond sculpture, influencing fashion, photography, and architecture through his vision of form, isolation, and proportion. Giacometti’s work is represented in major museum collections including MoMA, the Tate Modern, and the Centre Pompidou, and continues to inspire artists, collectors, and thinkers worldwide. Standing alongside Pablo Picasso, Alexander Calder, Salvador Dali, Joan Miro, Wassily Kandinsky, Marcel Duchamp, and Man Ray, Giacometti remains a towering figure in modern art—a sculptor-philosopher who transformed the human form into a universal symbol of resilience and reflection. His highest auction record was achieved by L’Homme qui marche I (Walking Man I), which sold for 141.3 million USD at Sotheby’s, London, on February 3, 2010, reaffirming Alberto Giacometti’s enduring legacy as one of the most visionary, profound, and collectible artists in the history of modern art. After Alberto Giacometti Nu de Profil 1956, Giacometti Derriere le miroir No. 92-93, Giacometti etching...

This exquisite lithograph by Marc Chagall (1887–1985), titled Moise I (Moses I), from Marc Chagall, Dessins Pour La Bible (Drawings for the Bible), Verve: Revue Artistique et Littera...

The circa 1950 original poster, "Bar des Folies Africaines" after Paul Colin, featuring Joséphine Baker, is a captivating artifact that encapsulates the spirit of mid-century Parisia...

Original "Visitez la France: Bretagne" French Travel Poster by Jean Farcia, 1950s. Archival linen-backed with vibrant lithographic colors, it is ready to be framed. See condition b...

Lucio Fontana 1899–1968 Concetto spaziale (from XXe Siecle) 1959 pochoir 12⅜ h × 9⅝ w in (31 × 24 cm) This work is from the edition of 1500 published by San Lazzaro, Paris.

Marine Nationale. Artist: Evan. Size: 24.5" x 39". This is an original vintage military poster backed with archival linen. It is in very good to excellent condition and ready to fram...

Medium: wood engraving (after the watercolor). Printed in Paris in 1955 at the atelier Coulouma for "Mille nuits et une nuit" (1001 Nights) which was the last major portfolio by Kees...

This exquisite lithograph after Henri Matisse (1869–1954), titled Nu Bleu XII (Blue Nude XII), from Verve, Revue Artistique et Litteraire, Vol. IX, No. 35–36, originates from the 195...

This exquisite heliogravure after Henri Matisse (1869–1954), titled Mademoiselle P.C. (Miss P.C.), from the album Portraits par Henri Matisse (Portraits by Henri Matisse), originates...

Henri Matisse (1869-1954) - Femmes et Singes Lithograph from 1958. Dimensions of work: 52.5 x 35.5 cm. Publisher: Tériade, Paris. Each copy of this Lithograph was originally publ...

Medium: pochoir (after the gouache). Printed in Paris in 1957 by Jacomet and published in an edition of 1000 by the Galerie Berggruen for a rare catalogue. Image size: 5 x 3 3/4 inch...

Henri Matisse (1869-1954) - Femme Bleue Lithograph from 1958. Dimensions of work: 35.5 x 26.4 cm. Plate signed. Publisher: Tériade, Paris. First, original edition. The work is ...

Linocut in colors on Arches paper, edited in 1959 Limited edition 21 of 50 copies signed in pencil by artist in lower right corner and numbered 21/50 in lower left image size: 64.5 x 53.5 cm Paper size: 72,9 x 59,5 cm Framed size: 98.5 x 85.5 cm very good conditions Publications / Catalogue Raisonnée : This work is fully documented and referenced in the official Catalogue: - Baer 1229, Bloch 907 Framed to museum standards in a handmade frame , the background is made ph neutral for proper preservation of the work over the years , to avoid oxidation. We offer professional packaging and tracked shipping with DHL Express courier , ( shipping time: 24 hours for European countries and 4 to 6 days for America and other non-eu countries )  Shipping costs are included Notes: Pablo Picasso Picador et Taureau...

Marc Chagall Paradise II From the rare limited edition Editions de la Revue VERVE, Paris The Bible Original double sided lithograph on paper 1956 Mint Condition

Original Fabre Line “Marseilles — Mediterranean — New York” Poster by J. Tonelli, linen-backed, Grade A- Capture the golden age of ocean travel with this original vintage poster de...

Medium: lithograph (after the drawing). Printed in Paris in 1951 at the atelier Dreux-Barry in an edition of 1000. Sheet size: 12 1/4 x 9 1/4 inches (310 x 235 mm). Not signed. Cond...

Artist: Andy Warhol Title: Untitled (Plate 17) Portfolio: In the Bottom of My Garden Medium: Offset lithograph and watercolor on paper Date: 1956 Frame Size: 15 3/4" x 18 3/8" Sheet ...

Medium: lithograph. This lithograph (after the Vlaminck painting) was printed in Paris in 1958 by the Mourlot atelier, and published by Andre Sauret in an edition of 2000. The image ...

Medium: offset lithograph with pochoir coloring. Printed in 1958 and published in Milan by Silvana Editoriale d'Arte in an edition of 200. Image size: 11 x 6 3/4 inches (280 x 173mm)...

Medium: lithograph (after the drawing). Printed in Paris in 1951 at the atelier Dreux-Barry in an edition of 1000. Sheet size: 12 1/4 x 9 1/4 inches (310 x 235 mm). Signed in the pla...

Pablo Picasso, After, Spanish (1881 - 1973) - Buste de Faune. Portfolio: Femme et Faunes, Year: 1956, Medium: Pochoir, signed in the plate, Edition: 200, Size: 19.5 x 16 in. (49.53 x...

Printed in Germany-please see secondary photos for additional publication information. The poster measures 35 x 24 inches and is unframed. The piece is in Good Condition-there are in...

You really need to bring home this wonderful & handsome serigraph for your collection! A fabulous ca. 1959, Mid-Century serigraph of the Chicago Skyline by artist Mark Coomer...

You need this fantastic Mid-Century serigraph of Chicago's iconic Wrigley Building & Tribune Tower by artist Mark Coomer, in its original off-white panel f...

Medium: original lithograph. This lithograph is from the rare 1954 "Improvisations" portfolio, published by the Artists Equity Association of New York on the occasion of the 1954 Spr...

Pierre SOULAGES (1919-2022) Etching IV, 1957 Original etching (Lacourière workshop) Signed in pencil Numbered / 100 On BFK Rives vellum, 32.5 x 25 (c 13 x 10 in) Presented in woodfr...

Jean COCTEAU ( 1889 - 1963 ) " Bouc aux cornes Blanches " signed and dated Jean Cocteau . 1960 . marked edition originale de Jean Cocteau / Atelier Madeline -Jolly ( underneath )...

Medium: pochoir (after the lithograph). Printed by the atelier of Daniel Jacomet, and published in Paris in 1955 by Heinz Berggruen. The image measures 5 x 4 inches (130 x 100 mm). N...

André Masson, French (1896 -1987) - Etreinte, Year: 1955, Medium: Etching, signed and numbered in pencil, Edition: Epreuve d'Artiste, Image Size: 7 x 10.75 inches, Size: 10 x 13...

Artist: Pablo Picasso Medium: Lithograph on Arches paper, 1957 Dimensions: 18 x 24 in, 45.7 x 63.5 cm

Artist: Henri Matisse (after) Title: Le Jarre II Portfolio: The Last Works of Henri Matisse Medium: Lithograph Year: 1958 Edition: 2000 Framed Size: 20 1/2" x 15 1/4" Sheet Size: 14"...

This exquisite lithograph after Wassily Kandinsky (1866–1944), titled Sans Titre (Untitled), originates from the 1953 folio Derriere le Miroir, Nos. 60–61, published by Maeght Editeur, Paris, under the direction of Aime Maeght, and printed by Mourlot Freres, Paris. This plate pays homage to the artist’s groundbreaking geometric abstraction and his profound influence on postwar modernism. Through precise form and rhythmic structure, Sans Titre captures the musicality and spiritual dynamism that defined Kandinsky’s mature visual language, balancing intuitive movement with mathematical harmony. Executed on velin paper, this lithograph measures 15 x 22 inches (38.1 x 55.9 cm), with centerfold, as issued. Signed in the plate and unnumbered, as issued. The edition reflects the exceptional quality and craftsmanship of the Maeght and Mourlot collaborations, honoring Kandinsky’s legacy in fine art printing. Artwork Details: Artist: After Wassily Kandinsky (1866–1944) Title: Sans Titre (Untitled), from Derriere le Miroir, Nos. 60–61, 1953 Medium: Lithograph on velin paper Dimensions: 15 x 22 inches (38.1 x 55.9 cm), with centerfold, as issued Inscription: Signed in the plate and unnumbered, as issued Date: 1953 Publisher: Maeght Editeur, Paris Printer: Mourlot Freres, Paris Condition: Well preserved, consistent with age and medium Provenance: From the 1953 folio Derriere le Miroir, Nos. 60–61, 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, Eduardo Chillida, Ellsworth Kelly, Francis Bacon, Paul Rebeyrolle, Claude Garache, Antoni Tapies, Bram van Velde, Pierre Alechinsky, Pol Bury, Shusaku Arakawa, and Gerard Titus-Carmel. 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: Wassily Kandinsky (1866–1944) was a Russian-born painter, theorist, and pioneer of abstract art whose revolutionary vision transformed 20th-century modernism. Regarded as one of the first artists to create purely nonobjective paintings, Kandinsky sought to express inner emotion and spirituality through color, rhythm, and form, believing that art could evoke the same universal harmony as music. His groundbreaking theories on abstraction and the “spiritual in art” shaped the foundation of modern aesthetics and influenced generations of artists worldwide. Closely associated with the Bauhaus movement, he developed a dynamic visual language that combined geometry and lyricism, bridging intuition and intellect. Kandinsky’s legacy resonates alongside the innovations of Pablo Picasso, Henri Matisse, Alexander Calder, Georges Braque, Marc Chagall, Alberto Giacometti, Salvador Dali, Joan Miro, Marcel Duchamp, and Man Ray—artists who, like him, redefined the possibilities of modern art. His works are represented in the world’s leading museums, including MoMA, the Guggenheim, the Centre Pompidou, and the Tate, and remain among the most coveted by collectors globally. The highest price ever paid for a Wassily Kandinsky artwork is approximately $45.6 million USD, achieved in 2017 at Christie’s London for Bild mit weissen Linien (Painting with White Lines) (1913). Wassily Kandinsky Sans Titre, Kandinsky Derriere le Miroir, Kandinsky Maeght Editeur Paris, Kandinsky Mourlot Freres, Kandinsky 1953 edition, Kandinsky lithograph...

This exquisite lithograph and pochoir after Georges Braque (1882–1963), titled Etude oiseaux (Study of Birds), from the album Georges Braque, Le Solitaire (The Solitary), originates ...

Medium: original lithograph. This lithograph is from the rare 1954 "Improvisations" portfolio, published by the Artists Equity Association of New York on the occasion of the 1954 Spr...

Medium: wood engraving (after the watercolor). Printed in Paris in 1955 at the atelier Coulouma for "Mille nuits et une nuit" (1001 Nights) which was the last major portfolio by Kees...

Pablo Picasso - Original Lithograph La Petite Corrida (The Small Bullfight) 1958 Edition of 2000, unsigned Published in the journal XXe Siecle Dimens...

Artist: Jean Cocteau Medium: Original Lithograph, 1956 / 1975 Dimensions: 19.5 x 25.5 in, 49.5 x 64.8 cm Arches Paper - Excellent Condition A This original lithograph is from the illustrated portfolio: "Jean Cocteau: 25 Lithographies, 1956-58". This project represents a group of lithographs...

View of Paris is an artwork realized by an anonymous artist in the 1950s.   Watercolor drawing on paper.   Good conditions. The artwork is created through deft brushstokes and har...

(After) Henri Matisse Woman with a Hat Plate Signed Original offset lithograph on paper Portraits Suite

Artist: (after) Josef Albers (German-American, 1888-1976) Title: "Staatliche Werkkunstschule Kassel (Prefatio)" Year: 1957 Medium: Original Relief Print (Letterpress), Exhibition Poster on light wove paper Limited edition: Unknown Printer: Staatliche Werkkunstschule Kassel, Kassel, Germany Publisher: Staatliche Werkkunstschule Kassel, Kassel, Germany Sheet size: 24.75" x 17.63" Image size: 11.75" x 15.63" Condition: A few faint handling creases. Never framed, has been professionally stored away for decades. In excellent condition Extremely rare Notes: Provenance: private collection - Nuremberg, Germany. Poster produced for a special exhibition of Albers' work "Early Pictures from the Twenties and New Works" at the Staatliche Werkkunstschule Kassel from May 28 - June 8, 1957. The image featured on this poster is Albers' 1942 lithograph edition "Prefatio", (Danilowitz No. 103, page 76), from his 1942 "Graphic Tectonics" series of 9 lithographs, (Danilowitz No. 100-108, page 74-79). Printer's imprint upper right. This is an extremely rare poster being if not the, one of the, earliest documented Josef Albers exhibition...

Medium: original lithograph. This lithograph was printed in 1956 for the "Improvisations" portfolio, published by the Artists Equity Association of New York on the occasion of the 19...

Salvador Dali - The Golden Age - Original Lithograph Joseph FORET, Paris, 1957 PRINTER : Ballon. SIGNATURE : plate signed by Dali. LIMITED : 197 copies. EDITION : Number 136 SIZE ...

Original pencil signed stone lithograph by AAA artist John Rogers Cox (1915-1990) This wonderful Regionalist image measures 8 3/4"h x 11 3/4"w. Paper size is 12 x 16. The work presen...

Georges Braque, French (1882 - 1963) - Hestia, Medium: Etching, Size: 12.25 x 9 in. (31.12 x 22.86 cm), Reference: Vallier Pg 298, Provenance: From the collection of the late Larry ...

Medium: lithograph (after the poster). Printed in Paris in 1950 by Mourlot Freres, this lithograph faithfully reproduces the original Toulouse-Lautrec poster in a smaller-size format...