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Maître Nicolas CONSTANTY

332 - David McCall JOHNSTON (1940) - Journey to the Centre of the …
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Estimate €30 - €40
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David McCall JOHNSTON (1940) - Journey to the Centre of the Earth by Jules Verne. Original colour lithograph on wove paper, 40.5 x 51.5 cm . Condition A, perfect state of conservation. This work is part of Johnston's remarkable series dedicated to the classics of futuristic literature, in which he deploys a graphic style of surgical precision and dreamlike richness. Here, the artist captures the essence of Verne's subterranean epic, showcasing the immensity of forgotten worlds through a vertical composition saturated with geological and fantastical detail. His line, both firm and delicate, emphasises the contrast between the fragility of the explorers and the monumentality of primitive nature. The colour palette, playing on deep earth tones and bursts of mysterious light, reinforces the atmosphere of adventure and discovery characteristic of the original work. The precise format of this plate allows us to admire the meticulous textures, making this lithograph a masterpiece for fans of narrative illustration and fantasy art. It is a masterly interpretation that unites the visionary genius of Jules Verne with Johnston's contemporary technical mastery.
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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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