Rivers, Larry | Astaire in the Air, 1990 — available on Composition Gallery

Original serigraph on Museum Board - Suite: American Image Editions New York - In excellent condition - Hand signed by Rivers

Larry Rivers’ Astaire in the Air (1990) is a dynamic serigraph that captures the iconic grace and movement of Fred Astaire. The limited edition print, part of the American Image Editions series, is a vibrant homage to the legendary dancer, showcasing Rivers' ability to blend pop art with abstract expressionism. The composition features Astaire in mid-leap, his white outfit contrasting sharply against the colorful geometric background, which hints at the energetic flow of dance. Rivers uses bold, expressive brushstrokes and vivid color separations, adding layers of movement and depth. This piece, hand-signed and printed on museum board, is a testament to Rivers' skill in translating movement onto canvas, making it a celebrated work among contemporary art enthusiasts.

Larry Rivers (United States, 1923–2002) was a multifaceted artist whose work bridged Abstract Expressionism and Pop Art. Initially a jazz saxophonist, he transitioned to visual arts, creating paintings and sculptures that often incorporated commercial imagery and cultural references. Rivers' innovative approach significantly influenced post-war American art.

Larry Rivers

Astaire in the Air, 1990

Name: Astaire in the Air, 1990
SKU: 12458

Form

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.

Medium

Serigraph

Serigraph Serigraph is a printmaking process that uses silk screen techniques to create an image. The image is digitally separated into individual colors, each of which is assigned to a separate silk screen. These screens are then used to apply each color by hand, layer by layer, to replicate the original artwork, often based on an oil painting.

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Original serigraph on Museum Board - Suite: American Image Editions New York - In excellent condition - Hand signed by Rivers

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Any art communicates what you're in the mood to receive.
- Larry Rivers

Larry Rivers (b. 1923 USA, d. 2002 USA) was an influential American painter, sculptor, and filmmaker, often credited as a key figure in the development of Pop Art. Rivers' work is characterized by its bold use of color, dynamic compositions, and incorporation of everyday objects and popular culture references, blending abstraction with figuration in innovative ways. He began his career as a jazz musician before turning to painting in the late 1940s, studying under Hans Hofmann and becoming associated with the New York School. Rivers is best known for his works that juxtapose traditional artistic techniques with contemporary themes, such as his iconic Washington Crossing the Delaware (1953), which reinterprets the famous historical painting in a modern context. His art often challenged conventional boundaries, merging high art with popular imagery and exploring themes of history, identity, and politics. Rivers' work has been exhibited in major museums and galleries worldwide, and he remains a significant figure in the history of 20th-century American art. (Artist website)