Lithograph, paper, 58 x 45 cm in light passe - partout of 80 x 66 cm, Signed and dated p.g. "Bernard Buffet 64";
Publisher Atelier Mourlot.
Bernard Buffet was one of the most famous and respected French artists of the 20th century. His distinctive style, recognizable throughout the world, gave him immense popularity. He was a versatile artist, creating oil paintings, watercolors, drawings, prints and theater sets.
His work is characterized by: expressive lines-Buffet used strong, black contour lines, which gave his works an austere appearance, devoid of ornamentation; sparing use of color:-his color palette was usually limited, often dominated by grays, browns and dark greens, which enhanced the melancholic mood of the paintings; and his subject matter-Buffet often depicted existential motifs, he was known for frequently painting still lifes, and the motif of bread and wine appeared repeatedly in his work, reflecting his fascination with these simple but symbolic objects.
In the 1950s, when this painting was created, Buffet was already an established artist, but his style was controversial. His works were perceived as anti-modern, reflecting his opposition to the then dominant abstract trends in art.
Bernard Buffet's works, including lithographs from his "Nature Morte" series, are prized by collectors around the world. His works can be found in many museums and galleries, as well as in private collections.
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