Title: DLM212 - Une famille de là-bas II
Artist: Alexander Calder
Medium: Lithograph
Dimensions: Sight: 15 x 11 in; Frame: 23 x 19 in
Condition Report: In good condition

Description:
A striking example of Alexander Calder’s signature use of bold color and playful abstraction, DLM212 - Une famille de là-bas II features two surreal, humanoid figures set against an untouched white background. The larger figure on the left is a vibrant primary red with black contour lines, possessing four arms and three legs, creating a dynamic, almost otherworldly presence. On the right, a smaller, solid black figure mirrors the larger form but with only two arms and a shorter torso. The juxtaposition of these two simplified yet expressive forms suggests themes of familial connection and transformation while maintaining Calder’s characteristic balance between movement and stability.

About the Artist:
Alexander Calder (1898–1976) was a pioneering American artist known for revolutionizing sculpture through his invention of the mobile—a kinetic form of art that introduced movement into three-dimensional compositions. Born in Lawnton, Pennsylvania, Calder initially trained as an engineer before transitioning to art, studying at the Art Students League in New York. Early in his career, he gained recognition for his wire sculptures and his fascination with the circus, which influenced his dynamic and playful aesthetic.

During the 1930s, Calder developed both mobiles and stabiles, his stationary sculptures, drawing inspiration from abstraction and the works of artists like Piet Mondrian and Joan Miró. His innovative approach to form and space earned him international acclaim, including the Grand Prize for Sculpture at the 1952 Venice Biennale. Throughout his career, Calder worked across multiple mediums, including painting, printmaking, and large-scale public commissions. His works, characterized by bold primary colors and organic movement, continue to inspire and captivate audiences worldwide.