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Color lithograph on Arches paper; signed and numbered in pencil. Published by Maeght, Paris. Reference: Vallier 119.

Georges Braque’s Les Oiseaux Blancs (1958) is a color lithograph on Arches paper that reflects his late exploration of simplified forms and poetic symbolism. White, abstracted birds emerge from a dark, earthy background, their contours loosely defined with gestural brush-like lines. The composition balances solidity and openness, with the birds appearing both as figures and as negative space. Published by Maeght in Paris in an edition of 75, the work relates to Braque’s enduring fascination with flight as a symbol of freedom and transcendence. The muted palette and tactile surface lend the image a quiet, meditative quality.

Georges Braque (France, 1882–1963) was a seminal figure in modern art and a co-founder of Cubism alongside Pablo Picasso. His work, characterized by fragmented forms and muted palettes, explored the interplay between perspective and abstraction. Later, he developed the papier collé technique, influencing the evolution of collage and modern painting.

Georges Braque

Les Oiseaux Blancs, 1958

Name: Les Oiseaux Blancs, 1958
SKU: 16721
Price: 8000.00 USD
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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.

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Edition of 75

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Georges Braque

Greek Profile M. 76 – 146, 1960

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Georges Braque (b. 1882 France, d. 1963 France) was a French painter, collagist, and sculptor who, alongside Pablo Picasso, is credited with developing Cubism, one of the most influential art movements of the 20th century. Braque's early work was influenced by Fauvism, characterized by vibrant colors and bold brushwork. However, his collaboration with Picasso around 1907 marked a significant shift in his style, leading to the development of Analytical Cubism, which deconstructed objects into geometric shapes and depicted multiple perspectives within a single plane. Later, he transitioned to Synthetic Cubism, incorporating elements such as stenciled text and collage into his paintings. Braque's work is known for its subtle use of color, intricate compositions, and a focus on everyday objects, often emphasizing the tactile qualities of surfaces. His exploration of form and space had a profound impact on the trajectory of modern art, and his works are held in major museums worldwide, including the Louvre in Paris and the Museum of Modern Art in New York.

Artwork by Fernand Léger

What is Cubism?

Cubism is an art movement that aimed to depict multiple perspectives of objects or figures within a single picture. Artists Georges Braque and Pablo Picasso pioneered this style around 1907. The name Cubism emerged from their use of geometric shapes and outlines that often resembled cubes, breaking objects down into abstracted forms.

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Georges Braque

Les Oiseaux Blancs, 1958

72.4 x 48.9 cm

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