Arman Original Signed Lithograph – Ti-Wara Antelopes Bambara – New Realism

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Discover this original lithograph signed by Arman (Armand Fernandez, 1928-2005), entitled “Crêtes d’antilopes Ti-Wara“. This striking abstract work reinterprets the legendary Ti-Wara (also known as Chi Wara or Ci Wara), the mythical spirit of the antelope in the Bambara (Bamana) culture of Mali, West Africa.

Key Details:
– Artist: Arman (hand-signed – authentic original lithograph)
– Title/Subject: Crests of the Ti-Wara Antelope – stylized mythical creature inspired by Bambara legends
– Technique: Original lithograph on paper
– Dimensions: 76 × 55 cm (29.92 × 21.65 inches) – ideal for framing
– Condition: Very good vintage condition (no major flaws; see detailed photos)
– Framing: Sold unframed for personalized presentation

In Bambara mythology, the Ti-Wara (meaning “wild animal of the earth”) is a fabulous spirit, half-antelope, half-human, who taught agriculture and culture to the Bambara people. This lithograph captures the essence through elegant, abstract lines: tapering, curving horns, successive arches evoking the powerful neck and mane, and a stylized, dynamic form reminiscent of the crests of traditional Chi Wara headdresses used in ritual dances.

Arman, a major figure of New Realism, developed a deep fascination for African primitive art from the 1950s onwards. He has built up a vast personal collection of hundreds of tribal works, which has profoundly influenced creations like this one, blending modern abstraction with ancestral cultural symbolism.

Why this work stands out
– Ideal for collectors of mid-20th-century modern art
– Contemporary prints inspired by Africa
– Lithographs signed by Arman
– Mythological and tribal abstract art

Important information before purchase
– Please carefully review the exact dimensions (76 × 55 cm) and the condition photos above.
– All our art lithographs are shipped rolled (never folded) for optimal protection: wrapped in tissue paper and carefully packed in a sturdy shipping tube.
– A signature is required upon delivery for secure handover.

Add this rare Arman Ti-Wara antelope lithograph to your collection today—a beautiful fusion of African heritage and 20th-century abstract expression!

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Explore the additional photos (top left) to appreciate the subtle textures, bold abstraction and signature details.

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