Alexander Calder (American, 1898-1976)
Untitled (1963)
Gouache and ink on paper
Signed “Calder” and dated lower right
57.7cm x 77.5cm (22.75” x 30.75”)
Provenance: Estate of the Artist; Knoedler & Co, New York; Irving Galleries, Milwaukee (1978); Private collection, Fox Point, WI; to present owner.
This work is registered in the archives of the Calder Foundation, New York, under application #A03858
Condition: minor surface dirt and dust from age; uneven toning to sheet; light rubbing to raised media within the red passage center; two hinge remnants to sheet verso; otherwise in good and stable condition.
PRICE: on request
Alexander Calder (American, 1898-1976)
Untitled (1963)
- Medium: Gouache and ink on paper
- Dimensions: 57.7cm x 77.5cm (22.75” x 30.75”)
- Signature: Signed “Calder” and dated lower right
- Provenance: Estate of the Artist; Knoedler & Co, New York; Irving Galleries, Milwaukee (1978); Private collection, Fox Point, WI; to present owner
- Registration: Calder Foundation archives, application #A03858
Condition:
- Minor surface dirt and dust from age
- Uneven toning to sheet
- Light rubbing to raised media within the red passage center
- Two hinge remnants to sheet verso
- Otherwise in good and stable condition
Alexander Calder’s gouache paintings have become increasingly desirable in the art market, reflecting his enduring legacy as a pioneer of modern art. While his iconic mobiles dominate auction records, his gouache works, prized for their vibrancy and immediacy, have witnessed a steady rise in value, with some fetching six-figure sums at major sales. These works often serve as intimate explorations of his larger kinetic sculptures, offering collectors an accessible yet profoundly connected piece of Calder’s creative vision. As Calder once remarked, “To an engineer, good enough means perfect. With an artist, there’s no such thing as perfect.” His gouaches embody this ethos, showcasing a playful yet deliberate mastery of line and color. In recent years, demand for these works has surged as collectors recognize their unique place within Calder’s oeuvre, blending affordability relative to his larger works with the distinctive dynamism that defines his art.
This exceptional artwork by Alexander Calder features his signature vibrant style and dynamic composition. Backed by impeccable provenance and Calder Foundation registration, this work represents a rare opportunity to own a work from one of the 20th century’s most celebrated artists. Price upon request.
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