Van Velde, Bram | MP 166, 1975 — available on Composition Gallery

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Colour lithograph on Arches wove paper. Monogrammed in brush and annotated 'EA' in graphite. From the edition of 100 + EA. Published by Jacques Putman. Printed by Pierre Badey. Reference: Mason Putman 166.

Bram Van Velde’s MP 166 (1975) is a color lithograph on Arches wove paper that reflects his mature abstract language, where form dissolves into expressive gesture. Dominated by cool blue tones and deep blacks, the composition suggests a fragmented, almost architectural structure intersected by bold, sweeping lines. The layered brushwork and translucent passages create a sense of depth and instability, evoking both interior space and emotional tension. Published by Jacques Putman and printed by Pierre Badey, this work exemplifies Van Velde’s post-war exploration of abstraction as a means of conveying psychological presence rather than concrete representation.

Bram van Velde (Netherlands, 1895–1981) was a key figure in abstract expressionism, known for his bold color contrasts and emotionally charged compositions. Influenced by existentialism, his works explore themes of isolation and introspection. Van Velde’s unique style left a significant impact on post-war European art.

Bram Van Velde

MP 166, 1975

Name: MP 166, 1975
SKU: 16781
Price: 2350.00 EUR
Availability: InStock

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Limited Edition Print

Limited Edition PrintA limited edition print is one of a number of prints made at the same time from one printmaking plate. A fixed number are made and signed by the artist, indicating the printing order, using the format 1/10, meaning first of ten prints.

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Lithograph

Lithograph Lithography is a printing method based on the principle that water and oil do not mix. It can be used to print artwork or text onto paper or other suitable materials. Traditionally, an image was drawn with wax, fat, or oil onto a lithographic limestone surface or plate. Today, metal plates and other surfaces are also used in lithographic printing.

Edition

Edition of 100 + EA

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Painting is so stupid, so simple. I paint to get out of the through. I paint my misery.
- Bram Van Velde

Bram Van Velde (b. 1895 Netherlands, d. 1981 France) was a Dutch painter associated with the abstract expressionism and Lyrical Abstraction movements. His work is characterized by bold, expressive brushstrokes and a vivid use of color, often exploring themes of existential anguish and the human condition. Van Velde’s compositions, while abstract, convey deep emotional intensity, with forms and colors that seem to pulsate with life. His work reflects a profound engagement with the struggles of existence, influenced by his challenging personal experiences and a lifelong search for meaning through art. Van Velde’s paintings have been widely exhibited, particularly in Europe, and he remains a significant figure in post-war abstract art, with works held in major collections such as the Centre Pompidou in Paris and the Stedelijk Museum in Amsterdam.

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Tachisme is a French abstract painting style that gained popularity between 1940 and 1950, often seen as the European counterpart to Abstract Expressionism. However, there are stylistic differences between the two. Tachisme, which emerged from Art Informel, rejected geometric abstraction in favor of more intuitive and spontaneous expression. It was a reaction against the structured forms of Cubism and is closely related to Informalism. Tachisme emphasizes gestural brushwork, irregular forms, and a focus on the process of painting itself.

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Bram Van Velde

MP 166, 1975

98 x 63 cm

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