Corneille - 1991 - Raven

"Raven", signed, EA, color lithograph

Very rare and beautiful old lithograph from “The Raven” folder from 1991. The lithograph is inspired by a poem by Edgar Allen Poe entitled “The Raven”. Beautiful old litho technique and use of color and printed to the deckle edge of the paper! The edition of the collector's folder, from which this lithograph was published, was very limited: 75 pieces.

Corneille's lithograph "Raven", inspired by the poem of the same name by Edgar Allan Poe, represents a fascinating interplay of literature and visual arts. Corneille, known for his vibrant use of color and expressive forms, found Poe's dark and mysterious poetry a rich source of inspiration. This particular lithograph, part of a very limited edition of only 75 pieces from 1991, illustrates the blending of Corneille's artistic vision with Poe's literary masterpiece.
Poe's "The Raven" is a story about loss, longing, and the inescapable confrontation with one's own mortality. The poem tells of a lonely protagonist haunted by the painful memory of his lost love, Lenore, and how a mysterious raven, who speaks only the word "Nevermore", reinforces his despair and isolation. The repetition of "Nevermore" resonates throughout the poem, an echo of unfulfilled longings and the grim reality of loss.
Corneille's interpretation of this poem in the form of a lithograph brings an extra dimension to Poe's words. Through his use of color and form, Corneille creates a visual representation of the emotional depth and somber atmosphere of the poem. The artwork invites the viewer to consider not only Poe's text, but also the personal interpretation and emotional response that Corneille has put into his work.
The rarity of this lithograph, together with Corneille's fame as a co-founder of the Cobra movement, makes it a coveted object for collectors and enthusiasts of both literature and visual arts. The piece embodies the unique cross-pollination between poetry and painting, offering a deep insight into how Corneille was moved and inspired by Poe's work.
Corneille's choice to illustrate "The Raven" highlights his ability to explore and express universal themes of human experience and emotion. His work, often imbued with symbolism and metaphors, captures the imagination and invites deeper contemplation on the nature of existence, loss, and the search for meaning. The "Raven" lithograph stands as a powerful testament to Corneille's artistic vision, in which the boundaries between different art forms are crossed and new layers of meaning are revealed.

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