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Alexander Calder Art

American, 1898-1976

The American sculptor Alexander Calder is known as the father of the mobile, a moving artwork composed of delicately balanced sculptural forms suspended from the ceiling.

Because Calder's parents, both artists themselves, did not want him to suffer the hardships of trying to make a living in art, they encouraged the young Calder to study mechanical engineering at the Stevens Institute of Technology, in Hoboken, New Jersey. He worked a number of jobs, including as a hydraulic engineer and draftsman for the New York Edison Company, before deciding to pursue an artistic career. He never abandoned his engineering background, however, applying his understanding of gears and moving parts in all his artworks, from mechanical toys like the Cirque Calder (1931) and his revered prints to his free-standing abstract sculptures, called stabiles.

In 1926, Calder moved to Paris and established a studio in the Montparnasse quarter. He began creating the many parts of his famous miniature circus from found materials, such as wire, string, cloth, rubber and cork. Designed to be transportable, Cirque grew to fill five suitcases over the years. Always interested in putting forms in motion, Calder also pioneered a new art form called wire sculptures, which he described as “drawings in space.” Like his famous mobiles, the wire sculptures were suspended so that they turned with any movement of the air, presenting different forms when viewed from different angles.

In the 1950s, Calder returned to his roots in mechanical engineering, creating monumental abstract sculptures that verged on the architectural. He worked from loose gestural drawings like this preparatory sketch for his Man Stabile, from 1966. Throughout his career, he also worked as a set designer for the theater, as well as an illustrator and printmaker, producing vibrant, whimsical drawings for books and journals.

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Artist: Alexander Calder
Spirale Nebula
Spirale Nebula

Spirale Nebula

By Alexander Calder

Located in New York, NY

A very good impression of this large color lithograph on Arches. Signed and numbered 94/100 in pencil by Calder. Printed and published by Mourlot, Paris.

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1970s Modern Alexander Calder Art

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Color, Lithograph

Atelier Mourlot, New York - Abstract Lithograph Poster by Alexander Calder
Atelier Mourlot, New York - Abstract Lithograph Poster by Alexander Calder

Atelier Mourlot, New York - Abstract Lithograph Poster by Alexander Calder

By Alexander Calder

Located in Long Island City, NY

Alexander Calder, American (1898 - 1976) - Atelier Mourlot, New York. Year: 1967, Medium: Lithograph Poster, Edition: 1000, Size: 28 x 21 in. (71.12 x 53.34 cm), Printer: Atelier ...

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1960s Modern Alexander Calder Art

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Lithograph

Alexander Calder Lithograph, 1975, Derriere le Miroir #221
Alexander Calder Lithograph, 1975, Derriere le Miroir #221

Alexander Calder Lithograph, 1975, Derriere le Miroir #221

By Alexander Calder

Located in Washington, DC

Artist: Alexander Calder Title: Derriere le Miroir #221 Portfolio: Derriere le Miroir #221 Medium: Lithograph in colors Date: 1975 Edition: Unnumbered Sheet Size: 15" x 22" Image Siz...

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1970s Post-Modern Alexander Calder Art

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Lithograph

Alexander Calder Lithograph, Abstract, 1966, Damier, Derriere le Miroir #156
Alexander Calder Lithograph, Abstract, 1966, Damier, Derriere le Miroir #156

Alexander Calder Lithograph, Abstract, 1966, Damier, Derriere le Miroir #156

By Alexander Calder

Located in Washington, DC

Artist: Alexander Calder Medium: Original lithograph Title: Damier Portfolio: Derriere le Miroir #156 Year: 1966 Edition: Unnumbered Framed Size: 21 1/4" x 17 1/4" Sheet Size: 15" x...

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1960s Abstract Geometric Alexander Calder Art

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Lithograph

Untitled
Untitled

Untitled

By Alexander Calder

Located in Fairlawn, OH

Untitled Color lithograph, 1963 Unsigned (as issued) From:Derriere le Miroir, Volume 141 Large unsigned edition Printed by Mourlot, Paris Published by Aime Maeght, Paris Condition: C...

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1960s Abstract Alexander Calder Art

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Lithograph

La Vague, Modern Geometric Poster by Alexander Calder

La Vague, Modern Geometric Poster by Alexander Calder

By Alexander Calder

Located in Long Island City, NY

Alexander Calder, American (1898 - 1976) - La Vague. Year: 1971, Medium: Poster, Size: 35 x 22.5 in. (88.9 x 57.15 cm)

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1970s Modern Alexander Calder Art

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Lithograph

June 4th, Modern Lithograph by Alexander Calder
June 4th, Modern Lithograph by Alexander Calder

June 4th, Modern Lithograph by Alexander Calder

By Alexander Calder

Located in Long Island City, NY

Alexander Calder, American (1898 - 1976) - June 4th. Year: 1973, Medium: Lithograph, Size: 10 in. x 8 in. (25.4 cm x 20.32 cm)

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1970s Modern Alexander Calder Art

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Lithograph

Le Crâne dans le Nid (The Skull in the Nest), 1961

Le Crâne dans le Nid (The Skull in the Nest), 1961

By Alexander Calder

Located in Miami, FL

Alexander Calder (American, 1898-1976) Le cran dans le nid (The Skull in the Nest), Maeght Editeur, Paris Date: 1961 Aquatint Sheet: 19 3/4 x 26 in. (50.2 x 66 cm) Signed and numbere...

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1960s Alexander Calder Art

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Lithograph

Fleur d'Helice
Fleur d'Helice

Alexander CalderFleur d'Helice, 1969

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Fleur d'Helice

By Alexander Calder

Located in Miami, FL

Fleur d'Helice, 1969 Lithograph in colors on Chiffon de Mandeure paper Maeght Editeur, Paris 29.5 x 43.3 inches Signed and numbered in pencil, edition 62 of 75 Professionally framed...

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1960s Alexander Calder Art

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Lithograph

Alexander Calder - Original Lithograph - Behind the Mirror
Alexander Calder - Original Lithograph - Behind the Mirror

Alexander Calder - Original Lithograph - Behind the Mirror

By Alexander Calder

Located in Collonge Bellerive, Geneve, CH

Alexander Calder - Lithograph - Behind the Mirror 1 lithograph created in 1976 Unsigned. Unnumbered from an edition of presumably large size. Dimensions: 38 x 28 cm Source: Lithogra...

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1970s Modern Alexander Calder Art

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Lithograph

"Sketch for the Spinner" Alexander Calder, Preliminary Drawing for Mobile
"Sketch for the Spinner" Alexander Calder, Preliminary Drawing for Mobile

"Sketch for the Spinner" Alexander Calder, Preliminary Drawing for Mobile

By Alexander Calder

Located in New York, NY

Alexander Calder Preliminary drawing for the Spinner, 1966 Signed lower right Felt tip pen on paper Overall 27 x 15 1/2 inches Individual sheets 8 x 10 1/2 inches Alexander Calder ...

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1960s Modern Alexander Calder Art

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Paper, Felt Pen

Untitled (Plate 2) DLM
Untitled (Plate 2) DLM

Untitled (Plate 2) DLM

By Alexander Calder

Located in Fairlawn, OH

Untitled (Plate 2) DLM Color lithograph, 1963 Unsigned and unnumbered (as issued) From: Derriere le Miroir, No. 141 Published by A. Maeght, Paris Printer: Mourlot Freres, Paris Note...

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1960s American Modern Alexander Calder Art

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Lithograph

Presenza Grafica

Presenza Grafica

By Alexander Calder

Located in New York, NY

Large, scarce limited edition color aquatint by Alexander Calder, from a limited edition of 90. Signed by Calder and numbered in pencil. Printed and published by 2RC Edizioni d'Art...

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1970s Abstract Alexander Calder Art

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Aquatint

Snow-Plough (Chasse-neige) 1963 Lithograph in colors Plate 7, from DLM
Snow-Plough (Chasse-neige) 1963 Lithograph in colors Plate 7, from DLM

Snow-Plough (Chasse-neige) 1963 Lithograph in colors Plate 7, from DLM

By Alexander Calder

Located in Fairlawn, OH

Alexander Calder Snow-Plough (Chasse-neige) 1963 Lithograph in colors Plate 7, from Derriere le Miroir #141 Unsigned With the central fold, as issued Edition of unknown Sheet...

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1960s Abstract Alexander Calder Art

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Lithograph

Sun and Sea

Sun and Sea

By Alexander Calder

Located in New York, NY

Sun and Sea Signed and numbered in pencil Color lithograph 22.75 x 30.75 inches Edition 88 of 150

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1970s Abstract Alexander Calder Art

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Lithograph

Alexander Calder lithograph derrière le miroir (Calder prints)
Alexander Calder lithograph derrière le miroir (Calder prints)

Alexander Calder lithograph derrière le miroir (Calder prints)

By Alexander Calder

Located in NEW YORK, NY

Alexander Calder Lithograph c. 1973 from Derrière le miroir: Lithograph in colors; 15 x 11 inches. Very good overall vintage condition; well-preseved. Unsigned from an edition of u...

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1970s Abstract Alexander Calder Art

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Lithograph

Alexander Calder Lithographic cover 1966 (Calder Derrière le miroir)
Alexander Calder Lithographic cover 1966 (Calder Derrière le miroir)

Alexander Calder Lithographic cover 1966 (Calder Derrière le miroir)

By Alexander Calder

Located in NEW YORK, NY

Alexander Calder Lithographic cover from Derrière le miroir c. 1966: Lithographic cover sheet; 15 x 11 inches (folding out to 15 x 22inches; see image 2). Very good overall vintage ...

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1960s Contemporary Alexander Calder Art

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Lithograph

Alexander Calder, Card Players I and II, from Derriere le Miroir, 1975
Alexander Calder, Card Players I and II, from Derriere le Miroir, 1975

Alexander Calder, Card Players I and II, from Derriere le Miroir, 1975

By Alexander Calder

Located in Southampton, NY

This exquisite lithograph by Alexander Calder (1898–1976), titled Joueurs de cartes I et II (Card Players I and II), originates from the historic 1975 folio Derriere le Miroir, No. 2...

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1970s Surrealist Alexander Calder Art

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Lithograph

Colored Wedge Structure Lithograph, Modernism, 1963, Unframed, DLM

Colored Wedge Structure Lithograph, Modernism, 1963, Unframed, DLM

By Alexander Calder

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This double-page lithograph, featuring a colored wedge structure, is printed on pages 17 and 18 of Derrière le Miroir (DLM) No. 141. The lithograph includes a fold line down the cent...

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1960s Modern Alexander Calder Art

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Lithograph

Le Noble Chevalier, 1960

Le Noble Chevalier, 1960

By Alexander Calder

Located in Miami, FL

Alexander Calder (American, 1898-1976) “Le Noble Chevalier, 1960” Lithograph in Colors on Velin de Rives paper Sheet Size: 11” x 16” (27.94 x 40.64 cm) Printed by Maeght Editeur, Par...

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1960s Alexander Calder Art

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Lithograph

Woman with Square Umbrella
Woman with Square Umbrella

Woman with Square Umbrella

By Alexander Calder

Located in Palm Desert, CA

A sculpture in wood depicting a woman holding an umbrella. "Woman with Square Umbrella" by Post War artist Alexander Calder is signed underneath, "Calder." "Woman with a Square Umbre...

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1920s Post-War Alexander Calder Art

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Wood

Alexander Calder - Original Lithograph - from "Derrière le miroir"
Alexander Calder - Original Lithograph - from "Derrière le miroir"

Alexander Calder - Original Lithograph - from "Derrière le miroir"

By Alexander Calder

Located in Collonge Bellerive, Geneve, CH

Alexander Calder - Original Lithograph - from "Derriere le Miroir"Behind the Mirror 1976 Framed Dimensions: 38 x 56 cm Source: Derrière le miroir (DLM), n°141, 1976 Alexander Cald...

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1970s Abstract Geometric Alexander Calder Art

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Lithograph

Alexander Calder lithograph Derrière le miroir (Calder prints)

Alexander Calder lithograph Derrière le miroir (Calder prints)

By Alexander Calder

Located in NEW YORK, NY

Alexander Calder Lithograph c. 1967 from Derrière le miroir: Lithograph in colors; 15 x 11 inches. Very good overall vintage condition; well-preserved. Unsigned from an edition of u...

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Mid-20th Century Abstract Alexander Calder Art

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Lithograph

Alexander Calder lithograph Derrière le Miroir (Calder prints)

Alexander Calder lithograph Derrière le Miroir (Calder prints)

By Alexander Calder

Located in NEW YORK, NY

Alexander Calder Lithograph c. 1971 from Derrière le miroir: Lithograph in colors; 15 x 11 inches. Very good overall vintage condition. Unsigned from an edition of unknown. From: Derrière le miroir Published Paris c. 1971. Printed in France. Derrière le miroir: In October 1945 the French art dealer Aimé Maeght opens his art gallery at 13 Rue de Téhéran in Paris. His beginning coincides with the end of Second World War and the return of a number of exiled artists back to France. The publication was created in October 1946 (n°1) and published without interruption until 1982 (n°253). Its original articles and illustrations (mainly original color lithographs by the gallery artists) who were famous at the time. The lithographic publication covered only the artists exhibited by Maeght gallery either through personal or group exhibitions. Among them were, Pierre Alechinsky, Francis Bacon, Alexander Calder, Marc Chagall, Eduardo Chillida, Alberto Giacometti, Vassily Kandinsky, Ellsworth Kelly, Fernand Léger, Henri Matisse, Joan Miró, Saul Steinberg and Antoni Tapies. Alexander Calder was an American artist best known for his invention of the kinetic sculptures known as mobiles. Calder also produced a variety of two-dimensional artworks including lithographs, paintings, and tapestries as seen in his Butterfly (1970). “My whole theory about art is the disparity that exists between form, masses, and movement,” the artist once said. Born on August 22, 1898 in Lawnton, PA, Calder turned to art in the 1920s, studying drawing and painting under George Luks and Boardman Robinson at the Art Students League in New York. Calder moved to Paris to continue his studies in 1926, where he was introduced to the European avant-garde through performances of his Cirque Calder (1926–1931). “I was very fond of the spatial relations,” he said of his interest in the circus. “The whole thing of the—the vast space—I’ve always loved it.” With these performances, along with his wire sculptures, Calder attracted the attention of such notable figures as Marcel Duchamp, Jean Arp, and Fernand Léger. Notably, it was his friend Duchamp that coined the term mobile—a pun in French meaning both “motion” and “motive”—during a visit to Calder’s Paris studio in 1931. His earliest mobiles moved by motors, but Calder soon abandoned these mechanics and designed pieces that moved by air currents or human interaction. Over the course of seven decades, along with his mobiles, he also produced paintings, monumental outdoor sculptures, works on paper, domestic objects, and jewelry. The artist lived in both Roxbury, CT, and Saché, France, before his death on November 11, 1976 in New York, NY. Today, his works are held in the collections of The Museum of Modern Art in New York, the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C., the Whitney Museum of American Art, New York, the Art Institute of Chicago, and the Tate Gallery in London. Related Categories Calder prints. Mid Century Modern. 1970s. Alexander Calder and Contemporary Art. Mid Century Modern. Calder clowns.

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1970s Modern Alexander Calder Art

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Lithograph

Santa Claus : Two Men - Original Handsigned Etching
Santa Claus : Two Men - Original Handsigned Etching

Santa Claus : Two Men - Original Handsigned Etching

By Alexander Calder

Located in Paris, IDF

Alexandre Calder (1898 - 1976) Santa Claus : Two Men, 1974 Original Etching Handsigned in pencil On Arches vellum 50.5 cm x 66 cm (c. 19,7 x 25,9 inch) Excellent condition

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1970s American Modern Alexander Calder Art

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Etching

Alexander Calder, The Phrygian Cap, from Derriere le Miroir, 1963
Alexander Calder, The Phrygian Cap, from Derriere le Miroir, 1963

Alexander Calder, The Phrygian Cap, from Derriere le Miroir, 1963

By Alexander Calder

Located in Southampton, NY

This exquisite lithograph by Alexander Calder (1898–1976), titled Le bonnet phrygien (The Phrygian Cap), originates from the historic 1963 folio Derriere le Miroir, No. 141. Publishe...

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1960s Surrealist Alexander Calder Art

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Lithograph

Galactic System

Galactic System

By Alexander Calder

Located in New York, NY

Galactic System, 1974 Signed and numbered Color lithograph on Arches paper, full sheet 20.375 x 28.25 inches Edition 75 of 100

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1970s Abstract Alexander Calder Art

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Lithograph

Porfolio Calder retrospektive (Maeght Zurich).
Porfolio Calder retrospektive (Maeght Zurich).

Porfolio Calder retrospektive (Maeght Zurich).

By Alexander Calder

Located in Saint-Didier, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur

Calder retrospektive (Maeght Zurich) Portfolio non paginé 26 pages c.giedion welcker (auteur) Maeght (éditeur) 1973 Contient 4 lithographies couleur don...

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1970s Alexander Calder Art

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Paper

Alexander Calder Modern Lithograph, 1966, Cover (Derriere le Miroir #156)
Alexander Calder Modern Lithograph, 1966, Cover (Derriere le Miroir #156)

Alexander Calder Modern Lithograph, 1966, Cover (Derriere le Miroir #156)

By Alexander Calder

Located in Washington, DC

Artist: Alexander Calder Title: Cover (Derriere le Miroir #156) Portfolio: Derriere le Miroir #156 Medium: Lithograph Date: 1966 Frame Size: 21 1/4" x 17 1/4" Sheet Size: 15" x 11" I...

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1960s Modern Alexander Calder Art

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Lithograph

Composition XI, from The Elementary Memory - American Kinetic Art
Composition XI, from The Elementary Memory - American Kinetic Art

Composition XI, from The Elementary Memory - American Kinetic Art

By Alexander Calder

Located in London, GB

This original lithograph in colours is hand signed in pencil by the artist “Calder” at the lower right image. It is also hand numbered in pencil from the edition 39 of 100, at the l...

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1970s Kinetic Alexander Calder Art

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Lithograph

Le Bateau Lavoir, Lithograph Print, 1969

Le Bateau Lavoir, Lithograph Print, 1969

By Alexander Calder

Located in London, GB

Alexander Calder Le Bateau Lavoir, 1969 Signed in pencil and numbered, published by Maeght, Paris, the full sheet Lithograph in colors on wove paper 55.2 x 75.2cm 21 3/4 × 29 5/8 inc...

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1960s Abstract Alexander Calder Art

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Handmade Paper, Lithograph

Alexander Calder, Black and Red Form and Spirals and Sunbursts, 1973
Alexander Calder, Black and Red Form and Spirals and Sunbursts, 1973

Alexander Calder, Black and Red Form and Spirals and Sunbursts, 1973

By Alexander Calder

Located in Southampton, NY

This exquisite lithograph by Alexander Calder (1898–1976), titled Forme noire et rouge, spirales et eclats de soleil (Black and Red Form, Spirals and Sunbursts), originates from the ...

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1970s Modern Alexander Calder Art

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Lithograph

Alexander Calder, Yellow Face, from Derriere le miroir, 1976
Alexander Calder, Yellow Face, from Derriere le miroir, 1976

Alexander Calder, Yellow Face, from Derriere le miroir, 1976

By Alexander Calder

Located in Southampton, NY

This exquisite lithograph by Alexander Calder (1898–1976), titled Visage Jaune (Yellow Face), from the folio Derriere le miroir, No. 221, originates from the 1976 edition published b...

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1970s Modern Alexander Calder Art

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Lithograph

Alexander Calder - Original Lithograph - from "Derrière le miroir"
Alexander Calder - Original Lithograph - from "Derrière le miroir"

Alexander Calder - Original Lithograph - from "Derrière le miroir"

By Alexander Calder

Located in Collonge Bellerive, Geneve, CH

Alexander Calder - Original Lithograph - from "Derriere le Miroir"Behind the Mirror 1976 Condition: Good Condition Dimensions: 38 x 56 cm Source: Derrière le miroir (DLM), n°141, 1...

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1970s Abstract Geometric Alexander Calder Art

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Lithograph

Red Pyramid
Red Pyramid

Alexander CalderRed Pyramid, 1970

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Red Pyramid

By Alexander Calder

Located in Miami, FL

Lithograph in colors on wove paper, full sheet Published and Printed by Bank Street Atelier, New York Signed and numbered in pencil from an edition of 110 copies 22.75 x 30.9 inch...

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1970s Alexander Calder Art

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Lithograph

Alexander Calder Lithograph Derriere le miroir (Calder prints)
Alexander Calder Lithograph Derriere le miroir (Calder prints)

Alexander Calder Lithograph Derriere le miroir (Calder prints)

By Alexander Calder

Located in NEW YORK, NY

Vintage original Alexander Calder Three Legged Man Lithograph 1975: Lithograph in colors. 15 x 11 inches. Very good overall vintage condition. Unsigned from an edition of unknown. ...

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1970s Contemporary Alexander Calder Art

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Lithograph

Untitled

Untitled

By Alexander Calder

Located in New York, NY

Commissioned to create and published by The World Federation of United Nations Associations to celebrate it 30th Anniversary in 1976, Alexander Calder created this original color lit...

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20th Century Modern Alexander Calder Art

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Lithograph

Stabiles
Stabiles

Alexander CalderStabiles, 1971

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Stabiles

By Alexander Calder

Located in Miami, FL

Alexander Calder Stabiles, circa 1970 Color lithograph, signed and numbered in pencil from an edition of 150 Published by Maeght éditeur, Paris; printed at Atelier Fernand Mourlot...

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1970s Alexander Calder Art

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Lithograph

Lo Oscuro Invade

Lo Oscuro Invade

By Alexander Calder

Located in New York, NY

A very good impression of this color lithograph. It is initialed by Calder, signed by Carlos Franqui and numbered in pencil, from an edition of 500. Franqui was a Cuban author and po...

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1970s Modern Alexander Calder Art

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Color, Lithograph

Alexander Calder -- One Plate from The Sacrilege of Alan Kent
Alexander Calder -- One Plate from The Sacrilege of Alan Kent

Alexander Calder -- One Plate from The Sacrilege of Alan Kent

By Alexander Calder

Located in BRUCE, ACT

Alexander Calder One Plate from The Sacrilege of Alan Kent, 1976 Aquatint Hand signed lower right Numbered 34/60 Sheet size 41.5 x 45 cm Publisher: Maeght, Paris Suite: Le Sacrilege...

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1970s Alexander Calder Art

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Aquatint

Vintage 1970s Alexander Calder poster (Calder prints)

Vintage 1970s Alexander Calder poster (Calder prints)

By Alexander Calder

Located in NEW YORK, NY

Alexander Calder 'La Grenouille et Cie' Vintage original 1971 poster for the exhibition Pace Columbus (Ohio) featuring a printed Calder signature. Medium: Offset lithograph Dimensions: 25 x 32 inches An original 1st printing in very good vintage condition. Plate signed on the lower right from an edition of unknown. This is an original 1970s poster and not a recent reproduction of any kind. Related Categories Calder prints. Calder Mid Century Modern. 60s. Alexander Calder and Contemporary Art. Calder figurative. Vintage Calder.

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1970s Contemporary Alexander Calder Art

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Lithograph, Offset

Alexander Calder - Rocks and Sun - Original Lithograph
Alexander Calder - Rocks and Sun - Original Lithograph

Alexander Calder - Rocks and Sun - Original Lithograph

By Alexander Calder

Located in Collonge Bellerive, Geneve, CH

Alexander Calder - Rocks and Sun - Original Lithograph From the literary review "XXe Siècle" 1952 Dimensions: 32 x 24 cm Publisher: G. di San Lazzaro. Unsigned and unnumbered as issued

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1950s Modern Alexander Calder Art

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Lithograph

Bestie - Alexander Calder Mint Condition from Flying  Colors Collection

Bestie - Alexander Calder Mint Condition from Flying Colors Collection

By Alexander Calder

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Artist: Alexander Calder Title: Beastie Year: 1974 Dimensions: 20in. by 26in. Edition: From the rare limited edition Suite: The Flying Colors Collection Medium: Original lithograph o...

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21st Century and Contemporary Post-Modern Alexander Calder Art

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Lithograph

Alexander Calder 'Braniff Airways' Oil on Crescent Watercolor Board 1973
Alexander Calder 'Braniff Airways' Oil on Crescent Watercolor Board 1973

Alexander Calder 'Braniff Airways' Oil on Crescent Watercolor Board 1973

By Alexander Calder

Located in Miami, FL

Alexander Calder (1898-1976) Braniff Airways Oil on Crescent watercolor board, 1973. Signed and dated lower right, inscribed in ink in an unknown hand to verso "Painted by A. Calder...

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1970s Contemporary Alexander Calder Art

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Oil

Le Point de Non-Retour

Le Point de Non-Retour

By Alexander Calder

Located in New York, NY

Le Point de Non-Retour, 1969 Signed and numbered in pencil Lithograph in colors on wove paper 20 x 28.25 inches Edition 60 of 100

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1960s Alexander Calder Art

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Lithograph

Alexander Calder - Original Lithograph - Behind the Mirror
Alexander Calder - Original Lithograph - Behind the Mirror

Alexander Calder - Original Lithograph - Behind the Mirror

By Alexander Calder

Located in Collonge Bellerive, Geneve, CH

Alexander Calder - Original Lithograph - Behind the Mirror 2 Original lithographs on the same paper (recto/verso, on both paper sides) produced in 1976 Conditions: Good Conditions D...

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1970s Modern Alexander Calder Art

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Lithograph

Alexander Calder Lithographic cover 1966 (Calder Derrière le miroir)
Alexander Calder Lithographic cover 1966 (Calder Derrière le miroir)

Alexander Calder Lithographic cover 1966 (Calder Derrière le miroir)

By Alexander Calder

Located in NEW YORK, NY

Alexander Calder Lithographic cover from Derrière le miroir c. 1966: Lithographic cover; 15 x 11 inches (folding out to 15 x 22inches; see image 2). Very good overall vintage condit...

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1960s Pop Art Alexander Calder Art

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Lithograph

Galactic Systems
Galactic Systems

Galactic Systems

By Alexander Calder

Located in Miami, FL

Lithograph in colors on Arches paper, full sheet Published by Éditions de la Différence, Paris 20.4 x 28.3 inches Signed and numbered in pencil, from an edition of 100 copies Conditi...

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1970s Alexander Calder Art

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Lithograph

L'Etoile Rouge (The Red Star)
L'Etoile Rouge (The Red Star)

L'Etoile Rouge (The Red Star)

By Alexander Calder

Located in Miami, FL

Lithograph in colors on Arches paper Published by George J. Goodstadt, Inc., Ridgefield, Connecticut (with their blindstamp) 29.5 x 41.3 inches Signed and numbered in pencil, editio...

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1970s Alexander Calder Art

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Lithograph

Alexander Calder -- Derriere Le Miroir, 1975
Alexander Calder -- Derriere Le Miroir, 1975

Alexander Calder -- Derriere Le Miroir, 1975

By Alexander Calder

Located in BRUCE, ACT

Alexander Calder Derriere Le Miroir, 1975 7 original lithographs with text in French and additional photographs of Calder and his sculpture work. Hand Signed Edition number 55/150 F...

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1970s Alexander Calder Art

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Archival Paper

Alexander Calder - Original Lithograph - Behind the Mirror
Alexander Calder - Original Lithograph - Behind the Mirror

Alexander Calder - Original Lithograph - Behind the Mirror

By Alexander Calder

Located in Collonge Bellerive, Geneve, CH

Alexander Calder - Original Lithograph - Behind the Mirror 1 Original lithograph created in 1976 Dimensions: 38 x 28 cm Source: Derrière le miroir (DLM), n°221, 1976 Alexander Cald...

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1970s Modern Alexander Calder Art

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Lithograph

Alexander Calder - Original Lithograph - Behind the Mirror
Alexander Calder - Original Lithograph - Behind the Mirror

Alexander Calder - Original Lithograph - Behind the Mirror

By Alexander Calder

Located in Collonge Bellerive, Geneve, CH

Alexander Calder - Original Lithograph - Behind the Mirror 1 Original lithograph created in 1976 Framed Dimensions: 38 x 28 cm Source: Derrière le miroir (DLM), n°221, 1976 Alexand...

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1970s Modern Alexander Calder Art

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Lithograph

Derriere le Miroir: Stabiles
Derriere le Miroir: Stabiles

Derriere le Miroir: Stabiles

By Alexander Calder

Located in New York, NY

Portfolio with complete text is one of 150 deluxe numbered copies. It consists of 7 boldly colored lithographs and color lithograph cover. The sheets are loose as issued. Signed in p...

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1960s Modern Alexander Calder Art

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Color, Lithograph

Alexander Calder - Original Lithograph - Behind the Mirror
Alexander Calder - Original Lithograph - Behind the Mirror

Alexander Calder - Original Lithograph - Behind the Mirror

By Alexander Calder

Located in Collonge Bellerive, Geneve, CH

Alexander Calder - Original Lithograph - Behind the Mirror 1 Original lithograph created in 1976 Framed Dimensions: 38 x 28 cm Source: Derrière le miroir (DLM), n°221, 1976 Alexand...

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1970s Modern Alexander Calder Art

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Find a wide variety of authentic Alexander Calder art available for sale on 1stDibs. If you’re browsing the collection of art to introduce a pop of color in a neutral corner of your living room or bedroom, you can find work that includes elements of orange, red, yellow and other colors. You can also browse by medium to find art by Alexander Calder in lithograph, paint, gouache and more. Much of the original work by this artist or collective was created during the 20th century and is mostly associated with the abstract style. Not every interior allows for large Alexander Calder art, so small editions measuring 5 inches across are available. Customers who are interested in this artist might also find the work of Sam Francis, Teodora Guererra, and Robert Motherwell. Alexander Calder art prices can differ depending upon medium, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $150 and tops out at $2,850,000, while the average work can sell for $1,331.

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  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The term ‘mobile’, which was coined by Marcel Duchamp, was used to describe Alexander Calder’s work, as Calder’s sculptures often moved with the help of motors or wind. ‘Mobiles’ was a French pun which meant ‘motion’. On 1stDibs, find a variety of original artwork from Alexander Calder.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    There are several interpretations of how to describe the characteristics of Alexander Calder’s sculptures. Some say they are abstract, with life-like elements, others say they are flat, simplified shapes that intersect at opposing angles. See the magic for yourself — shop a selection of Alexander Calder pieces from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Like all meaningful works of art, the mood that best describes American artist Alexander Calder’s sculptures is subject to interpretation. Common descriptors for his abstract work include “playful” or “whimsical.” Calder is best known as the father of the mobile, a moving artwork composed of delicately balanced sculptural forms suspended from the ceiling. Shop a selection of Alexander Calder pieces from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 6, 2024
    The exact number of works of art Calder made isn't known. Over the course of his life, the prolific artist produced at least 600 sculptures, including more than 20 monumental outdoor works. In addition, he made thousands of oil paintings, prints and drawings. Calder even crafted jewelry and toys. Shop a variety of Alexander Calder art on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024
    Many art lovers believe that lithographs are worth investing in. Lithographs tend to be more painterly than other printing techniques, and many postwar and contemporary painters have collaborated with lithographic workshops to push their practices in new directions. Collectors of lithographs can add prints from a wide range of artists to their collections. Some artists known for working with the technique include Théodore Gericault, Eugène Delacroix, Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, Honoré Daumier, Henri Matisse, Alphonse Mucha and M.C. Escher.

    However, whether or not it’s worth investing in lithographs is totally subjective! At 1stDibs, we believe in buying what you love. Our shopping experience enables discovery and learning, whether you are a seasoned connoisseur or just beginning your collection.

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  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024
    How much an Alexander Calder mobile is worth depends on its historical significance, size, condition and other factors. In 2012, his 1945 piece Lily of Force sold for $18.5 million at auction in New York City. The American sculptor is known as the father of the mobile, a moving artwork composed of delicately balanced sculptural forms suspended from the ceiling. Always interested in putting forms in motion, Calder also pioneered a new art form called “wire sculptures,” which he described as “drawings in space.” Like his famous mobiles, the wire sculptures were suspended so that they turned with any movement of the air, presenting different forms when viewed from different angles. If you're in possession of a Calder mobile, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable art dealer can help you determine how much it may be worth. On 1stDibs, explore a range of Alexander Calder art.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    American artist Alexander Calder is best known for his work in sculpture, particularly his monumental sculptures and innovative ‘mobiles’ in the tradition of kinetic art. Shop a collection of authentic Alexander Calder pieces from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Alexander Calder’s artwork has found its home in many museums and art galleries around the world, including the Museum of Modern Art and the Guggenheim Museum. Shop a selection of Alexander Calder’s pieces from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 3, 2024
    Alexander Calder invented the mobile, a moving artwork composed of delicately balanced sculptural forms suspended from the ceiling. The revered American sculptor's mobiles were an innovative feat and initially used motors for movement, which he later abandoned for air currents alone. Calder was also a pioneer of wire sculptures. (He was a celebrated modernist printmaker, too, and while jewelry was a secondary métier for him, interest in his wearable art has accelerated in recent years.)

    For Calder, the fascinating moment of artistic alchemy comes sometime between his representational canvases of the late 1920s and 1931, the year of his first show of abstract sculpture. Moving to Paris helped spur his creativity, as it did for so many artists and writers. The moment Calder arrived, he began working on one of his most seminal pieces, Cirque Calder (1931), his delightful distillation of the circus into what are essentially three-dimensional line drawings made with wire. 

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  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024
    Alexander Calder was famous for his work as an artist. The American sculptor is known as the father of the mobile, a moving artwork composed of delicately balanced sculptural forms suspended from the ceiling. He also created large-scale sculptures that frequently involved kinetic elements. Some of his best-known works include Mobile (Arc of Petals), Cirque Calder, Josephine Baker (III), Fish and A Universe. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of Alexander Calder art.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 15, 2024
    Most artists consider Alexander Calder to be a Kinetic artist rather than a Surrealist. The American sculptor is known as the father of the mobile, a moving artwork composed of delicately balanced sculptural forms usually suspended from the ceiling. Calder also pioneered a new art form with wire sculptures, which he described as “drawings in space.” Like his famous mobiles, the wire sculptures were suspended so that they turned with any air movement, presenting different forms when viewed from different angles. Explore a diverse assortment of Alexander Calder art on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The American sculptor Alexander Calder invented the mobile, a moving artwork composed of delicately balanced sculptural forms suspended from the ceiling. His mobiles were an innovative feat and initially used motors for movement, which he later abandoned for air currents alone. Calder was also a pioneer of wire sculptures. Shop a selection of Alexander Calder pieces from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    The American sculptor Alexander Calder is known as the father of the mobile, a moving artwork composed of delicately balanced sculptural forms suspended from the ceiling. On 1stDibs, find a variety of vintage Alexander Calder drawings and other sculptures.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Alexander Calder's mobiles were revolutionary because he largely pioneered the art form of creating hanging sculptures that were able to move freely in response to airflow. Calder was a prolific artist believed to have produced more than 22,000 works during his life. Shop a variety of Alexander Calder art on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    Alexander Calder mostly made sculptures, although he also worked in printmaking, painting, performance and other media. He is known as the father of the mobile, a moving artwork composed of delicately balanced sculptural forms suspended from the ceiling. Some of his most famous works include Cirque Calder, A Universe, Josephine Baker (III), Mobile (Arc of Petals), Devil Fish, Romulus and Remus and Fish. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Alexander Calder art.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Alexander Calder is best known for his sculptures. He produced large, playful freestanding and hanging works in vibrant colors. Examples include Mobile-Stabile, Lobster Trap and Fish Tail and Flying Dragon. On 1stDibs, you can shop a selection of Alexander Calder art.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024
    Alexander Calder used many of the elements of art when producing his works. The American sculptor is known as the father of the mobile, a moving artwork composed of delicately balanced sculptural forms suspended from the ceiling. These kinetic pieces use color, shape and space to convey a sense of unity, and the form of the art allows it to interact with its environment. Find a variety of Alexander Calder art on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    The art movement that Alexander Calder was connected to was kinetic art. The term refers to art that moves or has the appearance of movement. With their ability to sway and turn once suspended, Calder's mobiles are often referenced as examples of kinetic art. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Alexander Calder art.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024
    Alexander Calder produced more than 22,000 works of art during his lifetime. The prolific artist made paintings, drawings, prints, tapestries, stage sets, jewelry and other types of art. Some of his most famous pieces include Cirque Calder, Josephine Baker (III), A Universe, Mobile (Arc of Petals) and Devil Fish. Shop a diverse assortment of Alexander Calder art on 1stDibs.