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Georges Mathieu Prints and Multiples

French, 1921-2012
Georges Mathieu was born at Boulogne-sur-Mer (Pas-de-Calais) in 1921. Mathieu studied literature and philosophy at Lille University before switching to art at the age of twenty-one. He taught English at Douai High School and French at the American University of Biarritz. After an interest in realistic landscapes and portraits, Mathieu developed a distinctive Abstract Expressionist style, which grew out of an emotionally driven, improvised, and intuitive act of painting. In 1946 his first exhibition was presented at VI Salon de moins de 30 ans at the Galerie des Beaux-Arts in Paris. His first personal exhibition was in 1950 at the Galerie René Drouin. In 1947 Mathieu worked with Camille Bryen to organize a tachist-oriented exhibition, which he designated as ‘non-figuration physique’. His painting defined ‘lyrical abstractions’, goes beyond traditional and formal constraints of regulative systems, placing Mathieu with Fautrier and Dubuffet as an important exponent of French Informel, as defined by the French art critic Tapiè. Up to 1951, Mathieu continued to organize group shows to demonstrate his interest in Jackson Pollock’s spontaneous gestural handling of paint. In those years he, among his numerous exhibitions, organized an event to show the difference between American and European painting styles at the Montparnasse Gallery.His artworks were appreciated internationally and exposed in London and New York. His first paintings were defined tachists by critics because of the artist’s use of lumps of color (tache, in fact, means stain) directly applied on canvas. His works are apparently confused but they all have a central axis from which curves and lines develop in a planned way.In 1950 his projects were no more focused on signs but on painting gestures and quickness. His painting was intuitive and irrational. From 1954 Mathieu staged the painting of large-scale works as theatrical events, culminating in utilizing 800 tubes of paint to create a painting measuring 4 x 12 meters in front of an audience of 2000 at the Théâtre Sarah-Bernhardt in 1956. Somewhere between Happening and Action Painting, Mathieu succeeded in producing a decoratively linear painting, reminiscent of calligraphy. Mathieu continued to perform his Action Paintings throughout Europe and Japan. He went to Japan together with Tapié to meet the Gutai Group. There he executed a kimono performance during an action-painting show. During this event, he also realized 21 artworks and among these, we find a 15 m painting. Mathieu’s works were shown at special exhibitions in Paris and New York in 1950 and 1952. He participated in numerous international exhibitions, including Documenta II in 1959. In the early 1960s, Mathieu also created sculptures and designed furniture, tapestries, and frescoes. In 1975 he was elected a member of the Arts Academy in Paris and in 1986 he exposed his works at Biennale di Venezia. Georges Mathieu was defined as the founder of Tachism and art theorist in the essay “Au-delà du Tachisme”. He also composed essays on architecture, furniture, and typography.
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Artist: Georges Mathieu
Original Air France Greece (Grece) vintage travel poster
Original Air France Greece (Grece) vintage travel poster

Original Air France Greece (Grece) vintage travel poster

By Georges Mathieu

Located in Spokane, WA

Original Air France Grece vintage travel poster. Linen-backed original travel poster by Air France to Greece. Stylized Greek columns and the Parthenon in Athens, Greece sit on a mediterranean blue background. Very good condition, A- Ready to frame. Edges were trimmed at the time of linen backing. The creation of this poster was part of a larger series initiated by Pierre Sautet, the Deputy Commercial Director of Air France. Mathieu began working on these posters a year earlier and completed the series in 1967. Air France is France's flag carrier airline, one of the world's largest and most well-known airlines. Established in 1933, the airline has a rich history and has played a significant role in the development of international air travel. Air France often featured a distinctive style that reflected the cultural and artistic trends of the time. From the Art Deco elegance of the 1930s to the vibrant colors and bold designs of the 1960s, these posters represent the changing aesthetics over the decades. Due to their artistic quality and historical significance, Air France vintage posters...

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1960s Abstract Georges Mathieu Prints and Multiples

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Original Vintage Travel Poster France Rhone Alpes by Mathieu

Original Vintage Travel Poster France Rhone Alpes by Mathieu

By Georges Mathieu

Located in Boca Raton, FL

This is one of a series of 4 images commissioned by the Rhone Alpes region in France to promote its many attractions. The artist is Georges Mathieu . Mathieu's artistic style is abst...

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1990s Georges Mathieu Prints and Multiples

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Original poster from 1968 Israel Air France - Airline - Tourism - Israel
Original poster from 1968 Israel Air France - Airline - Tourism - Israel

Original poster from 1968 Israel Air France - Airline - Tourism - Israel

By Georges Mathieu

Located in PARIS, FR

Georges Mathieu, French painter and designer, the master of Art Informel, a movement linked to post-war modern painting, produced a series of 16 posters for Air France in 1968. This one is for Israel, suggesting the Star of David and the 7 branches of the candelabra representing the Hebrew...

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1960s Georges Mathieu Prints and Multiples

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Mathieu's 1967 Air France Greece original poster
Mathieu's 1967 Air France Greece original poster

Mathieu's 1967 Air France Greece original poster

By Georges Mathieu

Located in PARIS, FR

Mathieu's 1967 Air France Grèce poster is a visual masterpiece that beckons us to embark on a journey to the beautiful and historic land of Greece. This iconic poster not only celebr...

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1960s Georges Mathieu Prints and Multiples

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Linen, Paper, Lithograph

Original Vintage Travel Poster France Rhone Alpes by Mathieu

Original Vintage Travel Poster France Rhone Alpes by Mathieu

By Georges Mathieu

Located in Boca Raton, FL

This is one of a series of 4 images by Georges Mathieu commissioned by the Rhone Alpes region in France to promote its many scenic attractions. In this image, Mathieu suggests to the...

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1990s Georges Mathieu Prints and Multiples

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Lithograph

1967 Original Georges Mathieu Air France USA Abstract Travel Poster
1967 Original Georges Mathieu Air France USA Abstract Travel Poster

1967 Original Georges Mathieu Air France USA Abstract Travel Poster

By Georges Mathieu

Located in PARIS, FR

Created by Georges Mathieu, this original 1967 Air France poster formed part of an important series promoting destinations across the airline’s international network. Printed in offs...

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1960s Georges Mathieu Prints and Multiples

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1967 Georges Mathieu original travel poster Air France Canada
1967 Georges Mathieu original travel poster Air France Canada

1967 Georges Mathieu original travel poster Air France Canada

By Georges Mathieu

Located in PARIS, FR

In 1967, the renowned French artist Georges Mathieu unveiled a remarkable series of posters commissioned by Air France, marking a unique collaboration between art and advertising. Initiated by Pierre Sautet, the airline's deputy commercial director, this project aimed to capture the essence of Air France's destinations with Mathieu's distinctive artistic style. Georges Mathieu, celebrated for his dynamic and expressive abstract paintings, brought his avant-garde approach to these posters, infusing them with energy and vitality. Each poster in the series showcased a different Air France destination, captivating viewers with bold colors, fluid lines, and dramatic brushstrokes. The culmination of Mathieu's efforts was unveiled on October 26, 1967, at the Musée d'Art Moderne de la Ville de Paris. The posters immediately captivated audiences, becoming a sensation both in France and abroad. Exhibitions showcasing Mathieu's Air France posters were organized across the globe, attesting to their widespread appeal and popularity. The Air France Canada poster, part of this iconic series, embodies Mathieu's distinctive style and the airline's transatlantic allure. Through vibrant colors and dynamic compositions, Mathieu captured the essence of Canada's majestic landscapes...

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1960s Georges Mathieu Prints and Multiples

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Linen, Paper, Lithograph

1967 original poster hand signed by the artist Japan Air France Airline Tourism
1967 original poster hand signed by the artist Japan Air France Airline Tourism

1967 original poster hand signed by the artist Japan Air France Airline Tourism

By Georges Mathieu

Located in PARIS, FR

Georges Mathieu, French painter and designer, the master of Art Informel, a movement linked to post-war modern painting, produced a series of 16 posters for Air France in 1968. It pr...

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1960s Georges Mathieu Prints and Multiples

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Circa 1970 original travel poster by artist Georges Mathieu - France Rhône Alpes
Circa 1970 original travel poster by artist Georges Mathieu - France Rhône Alpes

Circa 1970 original travel poster by artist Georges Mathieu - France Rhône Alpes

By Georges Mathieu

Located in PARIS, FR

This striking circa 1970 original travel poster by French artist Georges Mathieu captures the unique energy and elegance of the Rhône-Alpes region through an abstract, painterly lens...

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1970s Georges Mathieu Prints and Multiples

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Paper, Lithograph

Mathieu's 1967 Air France Japan original poster
Mathieu's 1967 Air France Japan original poster

Mathieu's 1967 Air France Japan original poster

By Georges Mathieu

Located in PARIS, FR

In the illustrious realm of travel posters, certain pieces transcend their promotional purpose to become timeless works of art. Among these, Mathieu's 1967 Air France Japan poster st...

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1960s Georges Mathieu Prints and Multiples

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Linen, Paper, Lithograph

1971 Original poster Prix d'Amérique poster by Mathieu for the Loterie Nationale
1971 Original poster Prix d'Amérique poster by Mathieu for the Loterie Nationale

1971 Original poster Prix d'Amérique poster by Mathieu for the Loterie Nationale

By Georges Mathieu

Located in PARIS, FR

The 1971 Prix d'Amérique poster by Mathieu for the Loterie Nationale is a striking example of mid-20th-century French graphic design, capturing the essence of one of France's most prestigious horse racing events. The Prix d'Amérique, held annually at the Hippodrome de Vincennes, is the world's most famous trotting race, and the Loterie Nationale (National Lottery) played an essential role in promoting and supporting major national events such as this. Mathieu, the designer of this poster, was known for his ability to blend dynamic imagery with modernist design principles, often creating works that felt both contemporary and timeless. This poster encapsulates the excitement and grandeur of the Prix d'Amérique, utilizing bold colors and clean lines that were hallmarks of graphic design during that era. The poster was not only an advertisement for the event but also for the Loterie Nationale, which used such occasions to encourage public participation in the national lottery. The Loterie Nationale played a significant role in funding various public initiatives and events in France, with posters like this serving as both promotional tools and collectible pieces of art. Collectors and enthusiasts of vintage racing...

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1970s Georges Mathieu Prints and Multiples

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Linen, Paper, Lithograph

1971 original poster by Mathieu for the International Union of Railways
1971 original poster by Mathieu for the International Union of Railways

1971 original poster by Mathieu for the International Union of Railways

By Georges Mathieu

Located in PARIS, FR

The 1971 original poster by Mathieu for the exhibition of the Union Internationale des Chemins de Fer (International Union of Railways) stands as a striking example of the fusion of ...

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1970s Georges Mathieu Prints and Multiples

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Paper, Lithograph

Mathieu's 1967 Air France Greece original poster
Mathieu's 1967 Air France Greece original poster

Mathieu's 1967 Air France Greece original poster

By Georges Mathieu

Located in PARIS, FR

In the realm of travel posters, certain creations stand as timeless masterpieces, and Mathieu's 1967 Air France Grèce poster is undoubtedly one such gem. This iconic artwork extends ...

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1960s Georges Mathieu Prints and Multiples

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Linen, Paper, Lithograph

Original Vintage France Travel Poster Rhone Alpes Cathedrals by Mathieu

Original Vintage France Travel Poster Rhone Alpes Cathedrals by Mathieu

By Georges Mathieu

Located in Boca Raton, FL

This is one of a series of 4 images commissioned by the Rhone Alpes region in France to promote its many attractions. The artist is Georges Mathieu . Mathieu's artistic style is abst...

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1990s Georges Mathieu Prints and Multiples

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Lithograph

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