{"product_id":"robert-mapplethorpe-lithograph","title":"Robert Mapplethorpe – Lithograph","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e1986\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn exceptional \u003cb\u003ecolour lithograph\u003c\/b\u003e on \u003cb\u003elaid paper\u003c\/b\u003e by the renowned American photographer and artist \u003cb\u003eRobert Mapplethorpe\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSigned and dated in pencil lower right.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eNumbered in pencil lower left.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eProof I\u003c\/b\u003e, from an edition of only XXX (\u003cb\u003e30)\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis striking lithograph is a powerful example of Robert Mapplethorpe's unmistakable artistic vision, in which the human body is transformed into a timeless sculptural form. The composition presents an intimate fragment of the nude torso, reduced to its essential geometry through a carefully balanced arrangement of monochrome photography and warm metallic colour fields. The contrast between the soft textures of the body and the strict, architectural composition creates a work of remarkable visual tension and elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThroughout his career, Mapplethorpe explored themes of beauty, sensuality and the human form with extraordinary precision. Rather than aiming for provocation alone, his works reveal a fascination with classical balance, proportion and formal perfection. \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSheet size\u003c\/b\u003e: approx. 81 x 61 cm.\u003cbr\u003eThe work is offered \u003cb\u003eunframed\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eHandmade, custom framing\u003c\/b\u003e is available upon request through our \u003cb\u003eprofessional framing workshop\u003c\/b\u003e, offering a wide range of styles, colors, and materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRobert Mapplethorpe\u003c\/b\u003e (1946–1989) is regarded as one of the most influential photographers and printmakers of the twentieth century. His groundbreaking work redefined contemporary photography through its technical perfection, sculptural compositions and fearless exploration of portraiture, still life and the human body.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eToday, his works are represented in the collections of the \u003cb\u003eMuseum of Modern Art\u003c\/b\u003e, New York, the \u003cb\u003eSolomon R. Guggenheim Museum\u003c\/b\u003e, New York, the \u003cb\u003eJ. Paul Getty Museum\u003c\/b\u003e, Los Angeles, \u003cb\u003eTate Modern\u003c\/b\u003e, London, and many other leading museums worldwide. His photographs and graphic works remain highly sought after by collectors and institutions alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAuthenticity and provenance guaranteed.\u003cbr\u003eDelivered with a certificate of authenticity.\u003cbr\u003eWorldwide shipping, tax-friendly to the USA and other countries.\u003cbr\u003eCustom handmade framing available on request.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SitterArt.com","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54434994225491,"sku":null,"price":3500.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/1711\/1614\/files\/Mapplethorpe1.jpg?v=1785349637","url":"https:\/\/sitterart.com\/de\/products\/robert-mapplethorpe-lithograph","provider":"SitterArt.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}