1940s 2 Rare HTF Authentic Original Gorges Rouault Color Plate/Lithograph "Notre Jeanne and Pierrot Aristocrat" Skira Publisher

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Elevate your collection with 2 colorful, rare, original and limited out-of-print lithographs, from Skira’s, Geneva Paris, Painters of the Twentieth … Read more Elevate your collection with 2 colorful, rare, original and limited out-of-print lithographs, from Skira’s, Geneva Paris, Painters of the Twentieth Century Color and Expression, Notre Jeanne and Pierrot Aristocrat, by Gorges Rouault. In the mid 1900’s, famous artists and publisher Albert Skira collaborated on this book/artist portfolio to include limited edition prints that were unbound and could be removed and framed.
Notre Jeanne (Our Joan) is an iconic depiction of Joan of Arc that reflects his dual artistic inspiration: his religious faith and his background as a stained-glass artist. The painting emphasizes Joan's spiritual significance and combines the bold, heavy lines of stained glass with a profound emotional intensity, a hallmark of Rouault's work.

Pierrot Aristocratis part of a larger series featuring the character of Pierrot, which the artist used as a powerful metaphor for humanity's shared experience of suffering, vulnerability, and quiet dignity. The figure served as an alter-ego for the artist himself, reflecting his deep Christian faith and empathy for society's outcasts.

Printed in Switzerland, Skira’s collection catalogs used a method called “tipping” to the color plates that were included with each publication. The print is attached by hand on the left edge and behind the plate on the page is the title, original size and date of the artwork.

History of publisher:
Albert Skira created an international publishing house that worked directly with artists and traveled the globe to gain attention and inspire artistic talent through multiple international gallery showcasings and private events of influential and transformative art. He collaborated with the greatest artists, from Picasso and Matisse to the surrealists. He continues to be a respected international point of reference for artistic monographs, art and culture books, as well as in-depth catalogues. His passion was most influential in creating a space for conversations, encounters and exchanges of art.
The last 4 photos are not included, but taken from the origianl Skira portfolio from where the color plate originated which shows origin of color plate/lithograph and it’s authenticity, but are not included in the sale. See less