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Maître Nicolas CONSTANTY

319 - Ben SHAHN (1898-1969) - Paris Review, 1968.
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Estimate €80 - €100
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Ben SHAHN (1898-1969) - Paris Review, 1968. Original lithograph in colours on wove paper, 100 x 65.5 cm. Signed in the plate. Condition A, perfect state of conservation. This prestigious poster was created by Shahn for the famous series of the literary magazine "The Paris Review", which collaborated with the greatest artists of the 20th century. The work is a perfect illustration of Shahn's committed, humanist style, combining incisive calligraphic lines with sober, symbolic flat tints of colour. His mastery of line, both fragile and powerful, underlines a composition in which the lettering blends harmoniously with the image, typical of his work as a renowned graphic designer and illustrator. The imposing 100 cm format highlights the monumentality of his drawing and the intellectual depth of his subject, capturing the intellectual and artistic spirit of the 1960s. As a major figure in American social realism, Shahn has created a collector's item that unites the worlds of literature and the visual arts. This lithograph is a sought-after print for its graphic strength and its historical importance in promoting post-war transatlantic culture.
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About the sale Collection of an ink merchant, sale of posters n°17 and miscellaneous.
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Auction time 06/12/2026 at 1:30 PM
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