Original 1950 Henri Matisse Lithograph Poster Maison de la Pensee Mourlot

Description

View Original 1950 Henri Matisse Lithograph Poster Maison de la Pensee Mourlot with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. No representation is made as to a specific edition size or production quantity. The design features the striking yellow, black and white composition associated with the exhibition, with the exhibition information printed across the lower portion. Original vintage Henri Matisse “Maison de la Pensée Française” exhibition poster, dated 1950. The poster advertises the Matisse exhibition held at Maison de la Pensée Française, 2 rue de l’Élysée, Paris, from July 6 through September 24, 1950, featuring paintings, drawings and sculptures. This is the smaller 20 x 15 3/4 inch format, a considerably less commonly encountered version of this Matisse exhibition poster. The design features the striking yellow, black and white composition associated with the exhibition, with the exhibition information printed across the lower portion. Measurements: Approximately 20 inches high x 15 3/4 inches wide. Condition: This poster is in heavily worn/distressed condition and is being offered exactly as found. It shows extensive age and handling wear, including multiple old fold lines and creases, tears, edge and corner damage, paper loss, small holes/punctures, cracking and surface/printed-color loss in areas, particularly along folds and damaged portions of the margins. There is substantial damage and paper loss in several areas. No restoration has been performed by the seller. Despite the condition issues, the principal Matisse image remains substantially intact, and the artist’s name, exhibition information, dates and other principal printed elements remain clearly identifiable. IMPORTANT: Please examine ALL photographs carefully and use them as the primary reference for condition. The photographs show the actual item being offered and form an integral part of this description. Due to the age and distressed condition of the poster, no representation is made regarding professional conservation or restoration potential. Any conservation, restoration, mounting or other treatment should be evaluated and performed by a qualified professional. The poster is represented based upon the identifying information printed directly on the piece and comparison with documented examples of this 1950 exhibition poster. No certificate of authenticity, provenance documentation or independent professional authentication accompanies the poster. No representation is made as to a specific edition size or production quantity. Please view pics to get a more accurate idea of item’s condition. Sold “AS IS”, no returns, so please view pictures and be certain before purchasing this item. Condition: Used. Category: Art › Art Prints.

Artist

Henri Matisse

Type

Print

Year of Production

1969

Theme

Art

Original/Licensed Reprint

Original