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Colour woodcut -Suite: Karel Appel Circus portfolio -Suite of Karel Appel Circus portfolio -Hand signed and numbered by Appel // Karel Appel’s Plus malin et plus débile que nous (1978) is a whimsical and vividly colored woodcut from his Circus portfolio. This limited edition print captures Appel’s playful and expressionistic style, featuring a joyful figure holding a flower atop a brightly adorned, surreal animal. The bold blues, reds, and yellows create a vibrant contrast, and the exaggerated facial features lend the characters a lively, almost mischievous personality. Appel’s use of simple, childlike shapes and intense colors reflects his interest in primal expression and a raw, uninhibited view of humanity. Hand-signed and numbered, this piece is a testament to Appel’s unique approach to art, blending humor and emotional intensity in a dynamic, folk-art-inspired composition.
Plus malin et plus debile que nous, 1978
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Colour woodcut -Suite: Karel Appel Circus portfolio -Suite of Karel Appel Circus portfolio -Hand signed and numbered by Appel // Karel Appel’s Plus malin et plus débile que nous (1978) is a whimsical and vividly colored woodcut from his Circus portfolio. This limited edition print captures Appel’s playful and expressionistic style, featuring a joyful figure holding a flower atop a brightly adorned, surreal animal. The bold blues, reds, and yellows create a vibrant contrast, and the exaggerated facial features lend the characters a lively, almost mischievous personality. Appel’s use of simple, childlike shapes and intense colors reflects his interest in primal expression and a raw, uninhibited view of humanity. Hand-signed and numbered, this piece is a testament to Appel’s unique approach to art, blending humor and emotional intensity in a dynamic, folk-art-inspired composition.
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What is the CoBrA movement?
CoBrA stands for Copenhagen, Brussels, and Amsterdam; the group was formed with a desire to break away from the existing art movements of the time. Their critique of Western society led them to experiment and evolve into a significant international movement. CoBrA was founded on November 8, 1948, at the Notre Dame Café in Paris, where its manifesto was signed by Karel Appel, Joseph Noiret, Corneille, Christian Dotremont, Constant, and Asger Jorn. The group was united by a shared commitment to freedom in both form and color, and their work emphasized experimentation and spontaneity.
