Corneille - "La Colline enrubannée" (1970) - Rare color lithograph - Sold

A masterpiece from Corneille's golden period
Beautiful original color lithograph by Guillaume Cornelis van Beverloo (Corneille, 1922-2010), one of the most beloved Dutch artists and co-founder of the legendary CoBrA movement.

About this special work:
"La Colline enrubannée" (The Ribbon-Wrapped Hill) from 1970 showcases Corneille at his very best. In his signature style, we see an explosion of joy and color against a radiant yellow background—the color that became so characteristic of his work. The composition teems with life, with fantastical creatures, birds, and figures dancing in a dreamlike world full of playfulness and wonder.

Visual description:
The work exudes pure joie de vivre. At its center is a figure with a red spiral head, surrounded by tentacle-like protrusions ending in small balls—typical of Corneille's imaginative iconography. On the left, we see his famous organic forms in green and red, while on the right, charming figures and a bird complete the narrative. The spontaneous, expressive lines and vibrant color scheme make this a perfect example of his post-CoBrA style.

Technical excellence:
Printed by Michel Cassé, Paris - a master lithographer
On museum-quality Arches paper
Limited edition of only 120 copies
Fully documented in catalogue raisonné #240 (Donkersloot, 1992)

The printer
Michel Cassé, the master lithographer in Paris, was a highly respected craftsman of the time. Many of the greatest artists collaborated with him. The fact that this work was printed there, on high-quality Arches paper, guarantees a technically perfect execution of Corneille's original design.

All this makes "La Colline enrubannée" a highly prized and sought-after piece for collectors of CoBrA art, and Corneille's work in particular.

For the collector:
This is a rare opportunity to acquire an authentic, documented work from Corneille's mature period. The work is in excellent condition, professionally framed, and comes with full provenance documentation.

Perfect for CoBrA enthusiasts, Dutch art lovers, or anyone who appreciates Corneille's cheerful, optimistic art. An investment in joy and art history all rolled into one.

"Art should bring joy, like flowers in a garden" - Corneille

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