James Pichette Signed Lithograph 1987 – Abstract Lyrical Composition on Black, 24x18in

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This striking original hand-signed lithograph by James Pichette (1987) features a powerful abstract composition on a deep black background. Evoking a veiled moon, dramatic sunset, or solar eclipse, the piece invites deeply personal interpretation—its forms shift with light and viewer perspective, embodying the emotional intensity of lyrical abstraction.

Details:
– Artist: James Pichette (1920–1996)
– Title: Composition abstraite VI
– Year: 1987
– Medium: Original lithograph on paper
– Size: 24.01 × 18.50 inches (61.5 × 47 cm) – full sheet, no margins
– Signature: Hand-signed and dated 1987 in white by the artist
– Condition: Very good vintage condition, unframed
– Provenance: Available from a private collection

A perfect companion piece!
This work could be beautifully combined, in the form of a diptych, with another original lithograph signed by James Pichette currently available in the shop, thus creating a striking visual dialogue between the two compositions.

About the Artist
James Pichette (1920–1996), brother of renowned poet and playwright Henri Pichette, was a French painter central to the Art Informel movement and post-war lyrical abstraction in Paris. His works blend gestural freedom, intuitive expression, and structured abstraction—marked by dynamic gestures, bold contrasts, supported contours, and a masterful balance of chaos and control. This signed lithograph perfectly captures his signature style: abstract aesthetics, energetic forms on a strong black field, conceptual depth, and spontaneous yet deliberate composition.

Ideal for collectors of mid-century modern art, French abstract art, Art Informel, and lyrical abstraction. A museum-quality piece that adds sophistication and emotional resonance to any contemporary or minimalist interior.

Shipping
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