Henri Matisse - authentic hand signed lithograph - c1947

This is a beautiful hand signed vintage lithograph by the famous French artist Henri Matisse. The lithograph was produced in 1947 by the famous Parisian printers Fernand Mourlot. The title of the work is ‘Le perruche et la sirene’. The lithograph was originally produced as part of a VIP book. We repeat that this is not a printed signature; it is hand signed by the artist. The piece comes complete with a certificate of authenticity.

The lithograph is in excellent condition (never framed). A lithograph signed by the artist is the next best thing to owning an original painting. It goes without saying that this work will provide an outstanding appreciating investment as well as an impressive statement for your home or office. Please scroll down for further images and information.

PROVENANCE
Private collection of Stephen Baring, owner of Tempus Gallery. Collection includes two inherited collections and twenty five years of personal collecting. The collection numbers well over 1,000 works of art, many of which will be sold over the coming months.

LITHOGRAPHY
Firstly, a lithograph is not an ordinary print. Lithography is a type of printing process by which original works of art can be created or reproduced; a process that can be as time-consuming,detailed and complicated as the creation of an original painting. The process differs from other traditional printing methods in that it does not require the print-maker to first etch the image into metal plates, but rather, it necessitates a set of special crayons, or pencils, to draw a mirrored image of the artwork, usually onto a smooth stone tablet, or metal plate, this being the most time-consuming part of the endeavour.

Lithography hinges on the principle that oil and water cannot mix; based on this principle, an oil-based variety of ink is applied directly to the drawing, and the ink immediately bonds with the equally greasy crayon lines. Water is then wiped onto the unpainted areas to prevent the ink from straying. A sheet of paper is then placed over the entire plate; the inked plate and the paper are placed in a press and light pressure is used to transfer some of the ink to produce the artwork. The time-consuming nature of this process, added to the dexterity required to produce the drawing, explains the significant value, both aesthetic and monetary, of lithographic prints.

FRAMING
The lithograph comes unframed and we can have it professionally framed for you. We do not charge for this service and receive lower framing prices than usual because of our existing relationship with framing companies. Framing also comes complete with a quality mount. Please message us for a quote on framing this piece of art.

An authentic original signed lithograph by a famous artist that will be much admired in your home or office. Will provide an excellent financial investment as well as a possession to enjoy. You are welcome to return for a full refund if you are not entirely happy. Also, please feel free to view at our central London gallery.