In 1957, commercial screenprinter Chris Prater and his wife Rose set up their own business in a tiny space in Kentish Town: Kelpra Studios. Within the period of a decade, they had introduced a mind-boggling array of Britain’s greatest artists to the medium of screenprinting. Like the Wizard of Oz orchestrating proceedings from behind his curtain, Prater collaborated with them all to the highest degree, succeeding — virtually single-handedly as it is now recognized — in elevating the medium to an accepted art form within the eyes of even our most traditional institutions. Early converts included Eduardo Paolozzi and Richard Hamilton, the latter instigating the Institute of Contemporary Arts (ICA) sponsorship and exhibition of a portfolio of prints in 1964. The 24 artists who were introduced to screenprinting as a result included Gillian Ayres, Patrick Caulfield, Peter Blake, Bernard Cohen, Robyn Denny, David Hockney, Howard Hodgkin, Allen Jones, R.B. Kitaj, Victor Pasmore, Peter Phillips, Bridget Riley and William Turnbull. These artists (and many more, including John Piper, who became a long-term acolyte), continued to collaborate with Prater and incorporated screenprinting fully into their oeuvre, producing works equally as important, acclaimed and collectible as their paintings.
In 1980 the Praters gifted their collection of printer’s proofs (a copy of every print they had ever worked on) to Tate, securing their legacy for the enjoyment of the public and ensuring that this fascinating and important chapter in the history of British art would not be forgotten. Mike Hale could perhaps be considered something of a "lost" figure within this movement. Hale was, nonetheless, a pioneering screenprinter. And indeed, he worked as a master printing technician at Kelpra Studios for a time, before going on to teach at the Leicester College of Art where his meticulous approach influenced a new generation of artists working in the medium which, by the early 1960s, had exploded in popularity.
"Legato 2" - Chartreuse Abstract Geometric Screen Print
By Michael Hale
Located in Soquel, CA
"Legato 2" - Chartreuse Abstract Geometric Screen Print Geometric abstract screen print with chartreuse color field by Michael Hale (B...
Paper, Ink, Screen
"Tarantella" - Geometric Abstract Screen Print with Peach, Red, and Black
By Michael Hale
Located in Soquel, CA
"Tarantella" - Geometric Abstract Screen Print with Peach, Red, and Black A minimal geometric abstract screen print in peach, red and black by Michael Hale (British, b. 1934). Prese...
Ink, Screen, Laid Paper
Stockholm
By Kenneth Noland
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Kenneth Noland (1924 – 2010) is one of the most important artists and contributors to the evolution of American abstraction. He is one of the most beloved figures in the Color-Field ...
Screen
Carousel, Minimalist Stripe Lithograph by Gene Davis
By Gene Davis
Located in Long Island City, NY
Artist: Gene Davis Title: Carousel Year: 1980 Medium: Lithograph on Arches Paper, signed and numbered in pencil Edition: 250 Image 13.5 x 20 inches Paper Size: 17 x 24 inches
Lithograph
$2,800
H 60 in W 70 in D 0.3 in
"I Love You" Limited Edition towel/wall hanging (LARGE: 60 inches x 70 inches)
By Tracey Emin
Located in New York, NY
Tracey Emin I Love You/I Love Your Soul/I Love Your Smile, ca. 2010 100% Cotton Beach Towel 60 × 70 inches (folded it's 25 x 30 inches) Signed in plate, authorized printed...
Cotton, Screen, Mixed Media, Laid Paper
$2,000
H 28 in W 28 in D 0.5 in
Gemini, 1960s Op Art geometric silkscreen, mixed media paper, Signed AP, Framed
By Anne Youkeles
Located in New York, NY
Anne Youkeles Gemini, ca. 1969 Three-dimensional mixed media silkscreen on folded sheets of thin card Hand-signed by artist in pencil, titled and annotated Artist's Proof I from the ...
Paper, Mixed Media, Laid Paper, Screen
Untitled (Diagonal Composition)
By Larry Zox
Located in New York, NY
This stunning serigraph, "Untitled" (Diagonal Composition) was realized by the esteemed American color field artist Larry Zox (American, 1936-2006) circa 1965. It features a dynamic ...
Screen
$1,000
H 4.75 in W 6.25 in
Art Card: Wolf Kahn, High Summer 1972 (Hand signed, dated and inscribed to Tom)
By Wolf Kahn
Located in New York, NY
Art Card: Wolf Kahn, High Summer 1972 (Hand signed, dated and inscribed) Offset lithograph card 1972, ca. 1988 Hand signed, dated 2/96 and inscribed "For Tom" in black marker on the ...
Postcard
$4,950
H 22.5 in W 30.25 in
“A Landscape For Bob, 2013” Signed Screenprint Color Field African American
By Richard Mayhew
Located in Yardley, PA
“A Landscape For Bob, 2013” by Richard Mayhew (American, 1924-2024). This luminous print is a classic example of Mayhew’s mature approach to landscape, built entirely through bands ...
Paper, Screen
$10,000
H 30.25 in W 24.75 in
"Untitled" Friedel Dzubas, Pastel Colors, Intense Red, Color Field, Unique Work
By Friedel Dzubas
Located in New York, NY
Friedel Dzubas Untitled, 1981 Hand-painted monotype on pulp paper 30 1/4 x 24 3/4 inches A noted figure in the New York School, Friedel Dzubas was associated with the Color Field p...
Acrylic, Handmade Paper, Monotype
$2,400Sale Price|20% Off
H 36.5 in W 37.75 in D 1 in
Shooting Star 1979 Large Signed Screen Print
By Gene Davis
Located in Rochester Hills, MI
Shooting Star - 1979 Print - Silkscreen 36.5'' x 36.75'' Edition: Signed in pencil, dated and marked 238/250 Unframed
Screen
$1,000
H 22.5 in W 17.75 in
Jack Bush at Andre Emmerich (Exhibition invitation postmarked to McNay director)
By Jack Bush
Located in New York, NY
Jack Bush Jack Bush at Andre Emmerich, 1966 Offset lithograph exhibition poster. Postmarked to McNay Art institute director 22 1/2 × 17 3/4 inches Unframed This special mid century m...
Lithograph, Offset
Banjo, Minimalist Stripe Lithograph by Gene Davis
By Gene Davis
Located in Long Island City, NY
Artist: Gene Davis, American (1920 - 1985) Title: Banjo Year: 1981 Medium: Lithograph on Arches Paper, signed and numbered in pencil Edition: 250 Size: 21.25 x 28.5 in. (53.98 x 7...
Lithograph
$400
H 30 in W 30 in D 1.5 in
Divided Lands, Signed Contemporary Blue Abstract Color Field Digital Painting
Located in Boston, MA
Divided Lands, Signed Contemporary Blue Abstract Color Field Digital Painting 30" x 30" x 1.5" (HxWxD) Archival Print on Canvas Hand-signed by the artis...
Canvas, Digital, Archival Pigment
"Andantes 5, " Screenprint, 1987
By Michael Hale
Located in Long Island City, NY
Artist: Mike Hale, American Title: Andantes 5 Year: 1987 Medium: Screenprint, signed and numbered in pencil Edition: 37/40 Size: 30 x 22.5 inches
Screen
Abstract Planes
By Michael Hale
Located in Soquel, CA
Abstract Planes by Michael Hale (British, b. 1934). Presented in a black wooden frame.Titled "Andante" and numbered "27/40" lower left. Signed "Michael Hale" lower right. Image size,...
Paper, Ink
Geometric Planes
By Michael Hale
Located in Soquel, CA
Geometric Planes, an abstract expressionist screenprint by Michael Hale (British, b. 1934). Presented in a black wooden frame. Titled "Etude" and numbered "17/40" lower left. Signed "Michael Hale" and dated "82" lower right. Image size, 27.5"H x 19.5"W. Shipped without glass. Mike Hale could perhaps be considered something of a 'lost' figure within this movement. He was, a pioneering screen-printer and worked as a master printing technician at Kelpra Studios for a time, before going on to teach at the Leicester College of Art where his meticulous approach influenced a new generation of artists working in the medium which, by the 60s had exploded in popularity. "Kelpra Studios: In 1957, commercial...
Paper, Ink
"Andante Grazioso" - Geometric Abstract Screen Print
By Michael Hale
Located in Soquel, CA
Bold blue rectangular geometric abstract screen print by Michael Hale (British, b. 1934). Presented in a wooden frame. Titled "Andante g" (Grazioso) for Gracefully and numbered "4/40" lower left. Signed "Michael Hale" and dated "81" lower right. Image size, 30"H x 22.25"W. Mike Hale could perhaps be considered something of a 'lost' figure within this movement. He was, a pioneering screen-printer and worked as a master printing technician at Kelpra Studios for a time, before going on to teach at the Leicester Collete of Art where his meticulous approach influenced a new generation of artists working in the medium which, by the 60s had exploded in popularity. "Kelpra Studios: In 1957, commercial screen...
Ink, Paper, Screen
Moderato - Abstract Geometric Screen Print
By Michael Hale
Located in Soquel, CA
"Moderato", an abstract screen print by Michael Hale (British, b. 1934). Presented in a black wooden frame. Signed "Michael Hale" and dated "82" lower right. Titled "Moderato" Artists Proof, lower left. Image size, 30"H x 22"W. Mike Hale could perhaps be considered something of a 'lost' figure within this movement. He was, a pioneering screen-printer and worked as a master printing technician at Kelpra Studios for a time, before going on to teah at the Leicester Collete of Art where his meticulous approach influenced a new generation of artists working in the medium which, by the 60s had exploded in popularity. "Kelpra Studios: In 1957, commercial screenprinter Chris Prater and his wife Rose set up their own business in a tiny space in Kentish Town: Kelpra Studios. Within the period of a decade they had introduced a mind-boggling array of Britain’s greatest artists to the medium of screen-printing. Like the Wizard of Oz orchestrating proceedings from behind his curtain, Prater collaborated with them all to the highest degree, succeeding - virtually single handedly as it is now recognized - in elevating the medium to an accepted art form within the eyes of even our most traditional institutions. Early converts...
Ink, Paper
Abstract Squares
By Michael Hale
Located in Soquel, CA
Abstract squares by Michael Hale (British, b. 1934). Presented in a black wooden frame. Titled lower left. Signed "Michael Hale" and dated "82" lower right. Image size, 21.5"H x 29.5...
Ink, Paper