Corneille - 1960 - Vol d'oiseaux au printemps - Also at the Stedelijk Museum Amsterdam

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  • Description
  • Corneille (1922-2010)
Type of artwork Prints (signed)
Year 1960
Technique Lithograph
Support Paper
Framed Framed
Dimensions 35.56 x 27.94 cm (h x w)
Incl. frame 53.34 x 35.56 cm (h x w)
Signed Hand signed
Edition 50
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For sale: Corneille "Vol d'oiseaux au printemps" (1960) - Catalog number 81

A masterpiece from the famous "Vol d'oiseaux" portfolio

Rare opportunity to own number 81, "Vol d'oiseaux au printemps" from Corneille's legendary 1960 Birds of Prey series—one of the most coveted lithographs in his graphic oeuvre. Beautifully presented in its original frame. The Vol d'oiseaux map is missing (see photo 4).

Museum-quality collection:
The importance of this series is underscored by the fact that the Stedelijk Museum Amsterdam also owns a lithograph from the same portfolio: number 82, "Vol d'oiseaux au coeur de l'été" (collection number A 8977). This demonstrates that this series is recognized as a museum-worthy heritage of Dutch art history.
View the museum piece: https://www.stedelijk.nl/nl/collectie/4758-corneille-vol-d%27oiseaux-vi

About "Vol d'oiseaux au printemps":
This distinctive lithograph captures the essence of spring—"au printemps"—in Corneille's signature expressive style. The composition depicts an explosion of life and movement, with birds dancing in a whirlwind of color against a vibrant background. The spontaneous, stitched lines and vibrant color palettes make this a perfect representation of artistic freedom.

Exclusive Herman Igell edition (1960):
Portfolio "Vol d'oiseaux" - complete deluxe edition
Ultra-limited edition: only 71 copies + artistic proofs
Printed at Lithographie Patris, Paris - top quality printing
Dimensions: 353 x 275 mm (image), 560 x 380 mm (paper)
Luxury linen portfolio by Adine

Fully documented as catalogue number 81 in Donkersloot catalogue raisonné

Collector's value:
With the Stedelijk Museum as a "neighbor" in this series, you're in excellent company. These lithographs are internationally recognized as highlights of post-CoBrA graphic design and are highly sought after by collectors of modern Dutch art.

Condition:
Museum quality – rare for a work 64 years old.

"In spring everything comes back to life - even my art" - Corneille

For viewing and information for serious collectors.
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Condition
ConditionVery good
Shipment
Pick up The work can be picked up on location. As a buyer you must bring your own packaging materials. The location is: Rotterdam, The Netherlands
ShipmentParcel post
PriceUp to 10 kg.
Within The Netherlands €13.50
To Belgium €30.00
To Germany €30.00
Within EU €30.00
Worldwide €65.00
ExtraIn case of a purchase price above € 500.- you will have to pay an additional fee of (maximum) € 7.50 for extra shipping insurance

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