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Galerie Karl Flinker (Anthropometry) Poster /// Yves Klein Nude Figurative Blue

1973

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Artist: (after) Yves Klein (French, 1928-1962) Title: "Galerie Karl Flinker (Anthropometry)" Year: 1973 Medium: Original Lithograph, Exhibition Poster on light wove paper Limited edition: Unknown Printer: Atelier Mourlot, Paris, France Publisher: Galerie Karl Flinker, Paris, France Sheet size: 36.5" x 21.5" Image size: 29.25" x 20.75" Condition: Never framed, has been professionally stored away for decades. In excellent condition Very rare Notes: Provenance: acquired directly from the printer Atelier Mourlot, New York, NY/Paris, France retaining their original Certificate of Authenticity. Produced for a special posthumous exhibition of Klein's work at Galerie Karl Flinker, Paris, France from February 13 - March 24, 1973. Atelier Mourlot inkstamp lower right on verso. This poster is one of only twelve different exhibition posters which are recognized as most notable by the Estate of Yves Klein in Paris, France. Comes with an original 35 page booklet produced in conjunction with the exhibition. This very rare particular booklet is the second English version made for the consecutive traveling exhibition at Gimpel Fils Gallery, London, UK from May 30 - June 23, 1973, after the initial show at Galerie Karl Flinker, Paris, France. Yves Klein used naked women as 'human paintbrushes' to make his "Anthropometry" paintings, which were produced as elaborate performances in front of an audience. GIA Gallery Poster Disclaimer: Not to be confused with thousands of contemporary inkjet/giclée/digital reproductions ignorantly or deliberately passed off as originals on the market today. The examples we offer here are the original period vintage (exhibition) posters, created and designed by, or under the supervision and authorization of the artist or their respective estate (posthumously), for various exhibitions and events in which they participated. If applicable, this poster is also fully documented within its respective artists' official catalogue raisonné of authentic graphic works, prints, and or posters. Biography: Yves Klein (28 April 1928 - 6 June 1962) was a French artist considered an important figure in post-war European art. He is the leading member of the French artistic movement of Nouveau réalisme founded in 1960 by art critic Pierre Restany. Klein was a pioneer in the development of performance art, and is seen as an inspiration to, and as a forerunner of, Minimal art, as well as Pop art.
  • Creation Year:
    1973
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 36.5 in (92.71 cm)Width: 21.5 in (54.61 cm)
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  • Movement & Style:
  • After:
    Yves Klein (1928 - 1962, French)
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  • Gallery Location:
    Saint Augustine, FL
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU12126530542
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