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345 - Seena DONNESON (1924-2020) - Olympia.
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Estimate €10 - €20
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Seena DONNESON (1924-2020) - Olympia. Original lithograph on wove paper, 56 x 76 cm. Titled, signed in pencil by the artist and enriched with a handwritten dedication. Condition A, perfect state of conservation. This work is a masterly demonstration of the plastic language of Donneson, an emblematic figure of American abstraction whose research into matter and primitive structures permeates every fibre of the paper. In this plate, entitled "Olympia", the artist explores an organic geometry in which the shapes seem to emerge from a process of sedimentation or geological genesis. The treatment of contrasts and the density of the blacks reveal an exceptional technical mastery, inherited from his time in New York's leading printmaking studios. The composition revolves around a tension between architectural strength and textural fragility, characteristic of his work exhibited at MoMA and the Brooklyn Museum. The large format of 76 cm allows us to fully appreciate the vibrancy of the lines and the depth of the inks, creating a visual presence that is both monumental and intimate. The handwritten signature, title and dedication give this print a precious historical dimension, sealing a direct link between the artist and the original recipient of the work. "Olympia" is an essential testimony to Donneson's art, combining the rigour of the Pratt Institute with a resolutely modern spiritual and archaic sensibility. It is a rare collector's item that perfectly illustrates the artist's contribution to contemporary printmaking in the 20th century.
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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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