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.