Alexander Calder Furniture
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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Creator: Alexander Calder
Alexander Calder Tapestry Signed and dated 1975
By Alexander Calder
Located in Paris, FR
Alexander Calder Tapestry from Famous Guatemala Serie Signed AC 75 numbered 12/100.
Dim 228cmX164cm / 89,8In X 64,6 In , 213 cm X 145 CM / 83,8 In X 57,1 In without frame
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Rare 1973 Alexander Calder Exhibition Poster – Sala Gaspar, Barcelona
By Alexander Calder
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of modern art with this original 1973 exhibition poster by the legendary Alexander Calder. Featuring a captivating design that reflects Cald...
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Original Alexander Calder ANTEATER Anniversary Museum Exhibition Litho Poster
By Alexander Calder
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
Original 1996 Alexander Calder Exhibition Lithograph Print entitled, "Anteater", honoring the 60th Anniversary of the Louisiana Museum in Denmark
Beautiful minimalist, bold and foca...
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Alexander Calder Original Exhibition Poster for Rolly-Michaux Gallery 1976
By Alexander Calder
Located in Skokie, IL
Alexander Calder Exhibition Poster for Rolly-Michaux Gallery 1976
This piece is an original vintage poster advertising an exhibition of Calder's "Gouaches and Important Lithographs"...
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Alexander Calder Lithograph (L'Espoir du Volubius) 1973
By Alexander Calder
Located in Woodbury, CT
Alexander Calder
Lithograph, L'Espoir du Volubius(Hope of Volubilis) 1973 hand signed and numbered in Roman numerals XXXIV/L(34/50)
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Calder Flying Colors Lithograph
By Alexander Calder
Located in Cincinnati, OH
Calder Flying Colors Lithograph
Original lithograph from the 70s, does not have stamp
Never framed, one owner from the 70s.
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Selection of Alexander Calder Lithographs
By Alexander Calder
Located in Atlanta, GA
Selection of Alexander Calder color lithographs, circa 1960s. They have been recently framed in clean lined black lacquered wood gallery frames...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Alexander Calder Furniture
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Glass, Wood, Paper
$850 / item
Captivating Calder Art: Original 1973 Sala Gaspar Exhibition Poster
By Alexander Calder
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Step into a realm of artistic allure with this exceptional find - an original historical poster by Alexander Calder, prominently displayed at the renowned Sala Gaspar in Barcelona du...
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Vintage Rare XL Original Alexander Calder Museum Exhibition Lithograph Poster A+
By Alexander Calder
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
80s ULTRA RARE, Vintage, Original Alexander Calder, Large Format, Modern Exhibition Lithograph Poster published by the Whitney Museum of Art, New York, 1980-1981.
NEVER REMOVED FRO...
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1970s Original Astonishing Alexander Calder "Beastie" Lithograph
By Alexander Calder
Located in Milano, IT
1970s Original Astonishing Alexander Calder Litograph called "Beastie" Limited Edition (1974 Braniff Airlines) Signed in Plate.
This lithograph is in excellent condition, initialed a...
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1970s Original Astonishing Alexander Calder "Swirl" Lithograph
By Alexander Calder
Located in Milano, IT
1970s Original Astonishing Alexander Calder Litograph called "Swirl" Limited Edition (1974 Braniff Airlines) Signed in Plate.
This lithograph is in excellent condition, initialed and...
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Alexander Calder and His Magical Mobiles Art Book, Lipman & Aspinwal, 1st Ed.
By Alexander Calder
Located in Vienna, AT
A great art book about sculptor Alexander (Sandy) Calder by Gene Lipman, a long-time friend of Calder, and Margaret Aspinwall. 1st Edition from 1981.
7.5X10.25“, 96 pages, 95 illustrations, hardcover with dust jacket.
The book describes the life and career of the twentieth-century artist and includes illustrations of a variety of his works and a guide to his sculptures in museums and public spaces. It focuses on his representative mobile works and also features early wire works, commercial sculptures...
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Calder The Complete Bronzes Book
By Alexander Calder
Located in New York, NY
Calder: The Complete Bronzes book. Published on the occasion of the exhibition; October 25 - December 8, 2012, New York, New York. This exhibition book is ...
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"Untitled - Santa Claus Suite VIII" Etching by Alexander Calder
By Alexander Calder
Located in San Diego, CA
Hard to find "Untitled (Santa Claus VIII)" etching on on grand vélin d'Arches paper by Alexander Calder, circa 1974. The piece is one of nine etchings from the unbound illustrated b...
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Alexander Calder "Merging Curves" Unsigned Abstract Color Lithograph
By Alexander Calder
Located in Skokie, IL
Alexander Calder "Merging Curves" Unsigned Abstract Color Lithograph
"Merging Curves" is an abstract color lithograph by American artist and sculptor Alexander Calder (1898-1976). ...
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Alexander Calder Brasileria Braniff 1/600 Airplane
By Alexander Calder
Located in Pasadena, TX
This is a miniature examples of the MacDonough-Douglass created airplane for Braniff Airlines. The airplane was painted by Alexander Calder. The name of this Calder creation is calle...
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Alexander Calder Furniture
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Alexander Calder Bronze Sculpture Book for Perl's Galleries, circa 1969
By Alexander Calder
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Bronze sculpture book by Alexander Calder for Perl's Galleries.
Manufactured in New York, circa 1950.
In good original condition, with cons...
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Rare 1973 Alexander Calder Exhibition Poster – Sala Gaspar, Barcelona
By Alexander Calder
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of modern art with this original 1973 exhibition poster by the legendary Alexander Calder. Featuring a captivating design that reflects Cald...
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Calder Lithograph Exhibition Poster Aubusson Tapestry New York
By Alexander Calder
Located in Cincinnati, OH
Calder Lithograph Exhibition Poster Aubusson Tapestry New York
Never mounted
One owner
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Alexander Calder 1975 Lithographs "Derriere Le Miroir" Maeght Editeur
By Alexander Calder
Located in Sharon, CT
Containing five original lithographs by Alexander Calder. This is edition no. 212 Janvier 1975 of the Derriere le Miroir. Published in Paris by Galerie Maeght. Without staples. Very ...
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Alexander Calder and Carlos Franqui Large Format Limited Edition Lithograph
By Alexander Calder
Located in Kingston, NY
Pencil signed by both Alexander Calder (Lower Right,) and the poet Carlos Franqui (Lower Left) and 1970. Numbered 350/500 Color lithograph, 1970. 610x820 mm; 24x32 1/4 inches, full m...
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Softbound Program "The Art of Alexander Calder" Long Beach Museum of Art 1970
By Alexander Calder
Located in San Diego, CA
A nice softbound program from Alexander Calder's 1970 exhibition at the Long Beach Museum of Art in Long Beach, CA from January 11, 1970 to February 8, 1970.
The program is in go...
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Vintage "Lichtenstein 1970 - 1980" Art Book by Jack Cowart St Louis Art Museum
By Alexander Calder
Located in San Diego, CA
A vintage "Lichtenstein 1970 - 1980" art book by Jack Cowart (St Louis Art Museum), circa 1980. This hard to find paperback book is in good vintage ...
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Vintage "Paul Klee" Art Book by Metropolitan Museum of Art
By Alexander Calder
Located in San Diego, CA
A vintage "Paul Klee" art book by Metropolitan Museum of Art, circa 1987. This hard to find paperback book is in good vintage condition and measures 9.5"W x 12"H. Beautiful book lar...
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Alexander Calder "Potpourri en Ciel" Lithograph
By Alexander Calder
Located in Toledo, OH
Alexander Calder (1898-1976) lithograph "Potpourri en Ciel" in colors, circa 1975. This lithograph is an artist proof apart from the edition of 90 published by Maeght, Paris. 24" x 3...
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Alexander Calder - Fish and pyramids
By Alexander Calder
Located in PAU, FR
Lithograph signed and numbered "fish And pyramids" by Alexander Calder 1976
Edition of 150 copies Perfect condition
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Alexander Calder Signed & Stamped Vintage Lithograph "Sky Swirl" 1974
By Alexander Calder
Located in North Miami, FL
This original vintage SIGNED and STAMPED Alexander Calder lithograph in original frame from 1974. This shows the blind stamp on lower right for authenticity and limited edition.
Ar...
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Alexander Calder "Stabile ii" Lithograph for Dèrriere Le Miroir, 1976
By Alexander Calder
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
An Alexander Calder lithograph for the French publication Dèrriere Le Miroir circa 1976 matted and framed under glass.
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1968 Alexander Calder Fleches Galerie Maeght Paris Original Lithograph Poster
By Alexander Calder
Located in San Gabriel, CA
Published by Maeght Editeur Imprimeur, Paris
Lithograph from 1968, Framed in silver metal
Some minor stains in bottom portion of lithograph (see images)
Poster: 19.5” wide by 28.5...
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Alexander Calder, Original Lithograph 15/90, Les Queles Deqoulinantes 1966
By Alexander Calder
Located in Stockholm, SE
A lithograph by Alexander Calder namned Les Queles Deqoulinantes. This is number 15 in an edition of 90. It is 76 x 59 cm (framed), 61 x 44 cm (picture). It is reframed but have the ...
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Bold Contemporary Sky Swirl Lithograph by Alexander Calder
By Alexander Calder
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Artist: Alexander Calder, (American, 1898-1976) Title: Flying Colors for Braniff Airlines Year: “Sky Swirl”. 1974 Medium: Lithograph, signed in the plate Size: 20 in. x 26 in. (50.8...
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1970s American Modern Vintage Alexander Calder Furniture
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Alexander Calder Designed Braniff Airlines 1/600 Airplane
By Alexander Calder
Located in Pasadena, TX
This is a miniature examples of the MacDonough-Douglass created airplane for Braniff Airlines. The airplane was painted by Alexander Calder. The plane...
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Alexander Calder "Friendship" Lithograph Flying Colors Collection 1975
By Alexander Calder
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
"Friendship" 1975
Colorful Alexander Calder lithograph on Arches paper.
Edition commissioned by Braniff International Airlines
Embossed stamp "Flying Colors Collection 1975"
Signed e...
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Alexander Calder Lithograph (La Pointe de non-retour) 1976
By Alexander Calder
Located in Woodbury, CT
Alexander Calder
Lithograph, La Pointe de non-retour (The Point of No Return), from La Mémoire élémentaire (The Elementary Memory), 1976 hand signed and numbered in Roman numerals XX...
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Alexander Calder Framed Cover Magazine for 'Darriere Le Miroir', circa 1971
By Alexander Calder
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Framed Cover magazine by Alexander Calder for 'Darriere Le Miroir'.
Manufactured in France, circa 1971.
In original condition with minor wear consistent of age and use, preserv...
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Alexander Calder - Derriere le Mirror, Card Players lithograph (Calder prints)
By Alexander Calder
Located in Stockholm, SE
Lithograph made by Alexander Calder.
From Derriere le Miroir #212.
Good vintage condition.
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Alexander Calder - Derrière le Miroir 1975 Litograph
By Alexander Calder
Located in Stockholm, SE
Litograph by Alexander Calder Derrière le Miroir 1975 #212.
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Rare 1973 Alexander Calder Exhibition Poster – Sala Gaspar, Barcelona
By Alexander Calder
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of modern art with this original 1973 exhibition poster by the legendary Alexander Calder. Featuring a captivating design that reflects Cald...
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Alexander Calder, 'Z' Lithography, 1973
By Alexander Calder
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Signed 'Z' photolithography by Alexander Calder, 1973.
Stamped rotogravure reproduction of series by Bolaffiarte. Limited edition of 5000.
Framed and signed in pencil.
In go...
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Rare 1973 Alexander Calder Exhibition Poster – Sala Gaspar, Barcelona
By Alexander Calder
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Original 1973 Exhibition Poster by Alexander Calder – Sala Gaspar, Barcelona
Artist: Alexander Calder
Exhibition: Sala Gaspar, Barcelona
Year: 1973
Dimensions: 75 x 56 cm
Condi...
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Original 1975 Exhibition Poster by Georges Braque – Sala Gaspar, Barcelona
By Alexander Calder
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Original 1975 Exhibition Poster by Georges Braque – Sala Gaspar, Barcelona
Artist: Georges Braque
Exhibition: Sala Gaspar, Barcelona
Year: 1975
Dimensions: 69.5 x 49.5 cm
Condit...
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Mid-Century Modern Calder Stabiles Paper Art Book Suite of 8 Lithographs, 1970s
By Alexander Calder
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration is this 1973 paperback book with 8 lithographs by Alexander Calder. An introduction in French by James Jones, the book is also written in french and published by Maeght. In excellent condition. The dimensions of the book are 11" W x 15" H.
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Alexander Calder Santa Claus E. E. Cummings Portfolio of Prints and Prose, 1974
By Alexander Calder
Located in Pasadena, TX
Portfolio of Alexander Calder Santa Claus prints with text by E. E. Cummings,
1974
Text in English and French
Prints 82/175
EE Cummings' most succe...
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"Splotchy" Textile by Alexander Calder for Laverne Originals
By Laverne International, Alexander Calder
Located in Pawtucket, RI
"Splotchy" textile by Alexander Calder for Laverne Originals. Hand printed on linen. 26 ft. available
The innovative husband-and-wife team Erwin and Estelle Laverne, specialized...
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LA MER, 1947 Silk Scarf
By Alexander Calder
Located in Holmfirth, GB
ALEXANDER CALDER
1898-1976
La Mer, 1947
Artist's signature lower right
Ascher's signature lower left
Screenprint on silk
95.5 x 92.5 cm
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- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The 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.
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- Where is Alexander Calder’s art?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Alexander 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 ExpertAugust 15, 2024Alexander 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, 2024Most 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 ExpertOctober 12, 2021The 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 ExpertMay 3, 2024Alexander 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022Alexander 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 ExpertMarch 22, 2022Alexander 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 ExpertOctober 24, 2024How 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 16, 2024Alexander 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, 2024The 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 ExpertApril 3, 2024Alexander 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.
Shop authentic Alexander Calder prints, sculptures and other art from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs. - 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The 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.
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- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024Alexander 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Like 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.
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