As always, Caviar20 is thrilled to present the esteemed work of - one of the most revered and unique artists of the 20th century. (Also, an artist who continues to be undervalued - compared to her male contemporaries...On the plus side, there is a tremendous opportunity for the savvy collector).
Although Nevelson is best known for her work as a sculptor, like many of her American contemporaries, Nevelson explored the many different branches of printmaking, as the field experienced a mid-century renaissance.
Nevelson expanded her practice as an artist by exploring printmaking. While her sculptural works used a consistent methodology, mostly favoring painted wood in black, her work as a printmaker was more experimental. Nevelson consistently tried different techniques yet maintained an impressive synergy with her sculptural works.
"Sky Garden" was one of six prints in Nevelson's Lead Intaglio series. The works in this series feature thin, embossed lead plates on CM Fabriano paper. While the project, created in Italy, was a singular experiment, the outcome is a premier example of Nevelson's innovative work in three dimensions.
Not surprisingly, works from this series can be found in several prominent museum collections including the the United States Library of Congress, the Brooks Museum of Art, and several others.
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"Sky Garden”
Italy, 1971
Embossed lead on CM Fabriano paper
Signed, titled, dated, and numbered by the artist
From an edition of 150
25.5"H 16"W (work)
31"H 26"W (framed)
Framed with museum glass
Published by Pace Editions, Inc.
Very good condition.
Literature: "Complete Printmaker" John Ross, Claire Romano, Tim Ross. 2009. pg. 235
Note: Louise Nevelson's lead intaglio works were almost always sold framed by Pace (NYC) exclusively in a welded one piece aluminum frame. While these frames are of great quality they are difficult to update or repair. We acquired a full suite of the intaglios unframed and worked with Akasha Art Projects to frame the pieces in a way that was flattering and archival - as these works have a surprising weight to them.
