Lyrical Abstraction

What is lyrical abstraction ?

Lyrical abstraction is a descriptive term characterizing a type of abstract painting closely related to Abstract Expressionism, in use from the 1940s to the present. The term can also describe two distinct but related trends in post-World War II modernist painting. This art movement originated in Paris, France, after the war, emphasizing personal expression, spontaneity, and the emotional use of color and form.
Moultonboro

Frank Stella

Moultonboro, 1974

Limited Edition Print

Lithograph

USD 9,400

Untitled (Gesture #6)

Robert Motherwell

Untitled (Gesture #6), 1976

Limited Edition Print

Etching

USD 11,900

Untitled (Black Strokes)

Paul Jenkins

Untitled (Black Strokes), 1971

Limited Edition Print

Lithograph

USD 1,580

Madame de Pompadour

Helen Frankenthaler

Madame de Pompadour, 1985

Limited Edition Print

Lithograph

USD 14,250

Lithograph V from Farandole

Hans Hartung

Lithograph V from Farandole, 1971

Limited Edition Print

Lithograph

USD 1,280

Spring Solution

Sam Francis

Spring Solution, 1972

Limited Edition Print

Lithograph

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Self Portrait (SF-051)

Sam Francis

Self Portrait (SF-051), 1976

Limited Edition Print

Lithograph

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Frank Stella

Private Listing

Sculpture / Object

Union (from Eccentric Polygons)

Frank Stella

Union (from Eccentric Polygons), 1974

Limited Edition Print

Mixed Media

USD 9,500

Sanbornville

Frank Stella

Sanbornville, 1974

Limited Edition Print

Mixed Media

USD 9,500

Quathlamba I

Frank Stella

Quathlamba I, 1968

Limited Edition Print

Lithograph

USD 11,900

Red Fold

Sean Scully

Red Fold, 2006

Limited Edition Print

Aquatint

USD 6,000

Valentine for Mr. Wonderful (book)

Helen Frankenthaler

Valentine for Mr. Wonderful (book), 1995

Limited Edition Print

Intaglio

USD 15,700

Lithograph XII from Farandole

Hans Hartung

Lithograph XII from Farandole, 1971

Limited Edition Print

Lithograph

USD 1,280

Bene Come il Sale

Frank Stella

Bene Come il Sale, 1989

Limited Edition Print

Etching and Aquatint

USD 34,900

Untitled (SF-345)

Sam Francis

Untitled (SF-345), 1991

Limited Edition Print

Lithograph

USD 20,000 - 25,000

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Airbrush

An airbrush is a device that sprays various media, including paint and ink, using compressed air. Artists use airbrushes to create a smooth, even application of color, often achieving effects that are not possible with traditional brushes. James Rosenquist, an American Pop artist, regularly used an airbrush in his work. Before gaining fame with pieces like the iconic F-111 (1965), he worked as a commercial and industrial painter, where he honed his airbrush skills.

Print Proof

A print proof refers to any test impressions made from a printing plate or block to check the image quality before the final print is completed. These proofs are used as quality checks to ensure that the details and alignment are correct. Different types of proofs, such as artist's proofs or trial proofs, serve specific purposes during the printmaking process.

Mezzotint

Mezzotint is a printmaking technique in which a copper or steel plate is roughened to produce a solid black print. The artist smooths specific areas of the plate to create a range of tones, from deep blacks to delicate grays and whites. By varying the degree of smoothing, the artist can achieve detailed gradations of light and shadow, resulting in prints with rich, velvety textures and subtle transitions between light and dark.

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