Artist: Marie Laurencin
Price: $515.00
Medium: Printmaking
Ship From Henderson, NV
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Creation Date: 1946
Materials: BFK Rives paper
Dimensions: 13" x 10" x 1"
Finish: Unframed
About the Item: Original etching. Printed in 1946 at the atelier Quesneville on BFK Rives paper and published in a limited edition of 300 for the "Alternance" portfolio (a collective art and literary project). Plate size: 7 3/4 x 6 3/4 inches (196 x 170 mm). Sheet size: 13 x 9 3/4 inches (328 x 247 mm). Signed in the plate (not by hand).
About The Artist
Marie Laurencin (1883–1956) was a French painter and printmaker known for her ethereal and dreamlike portraits, often depicting women in soft pastel colors. Born in Paris, Laurencin initially trained as a porcelain painter before transitioning to fine art. Associated with the Cubist movement, she developed a unique style characterized by delicate lines and subtle forms, as seen in works like "La Danse" (1919). Laurencin's art often explored themes of femininity, intimacy, and romanticism, reflecting her interest in the female experience. While primarily known for her paintings, she also worked in various mediums, including illustrations and set design. Laurencin's contributions to early 20th-century art, particularly her distinctive approach to portraiture and her exploration of feminine sensibilities, have secured her a lasting place in the annals of modern art history.
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