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Georges Braque
1963 exhibition of the painter Georges Braque and the poet René Char

1963

$1,061.31
£786.68
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A$1,501.99
CHF 857.56
MX$18,186.75
NOK 10,095.54
SEK 10,062.03
DKK 6,864.53

About the Item

In 1963, the Bibliothèque littéraire Jacques Doucet in Paris hosted an exhibition titled Livres Gravures Manuscrits Documents, a collaboration between two prominent figures in 20th-century art and literature: the painter Georges Braque and the poet René Char. The exhibition, which showcased their shared interest in the intersections of visual art and written word, was accompanied by a distinctive original poster that has since become a celebrated piece of design in its own right. The Livres Gravures Manuscrits Documents exhibition focused on the works Braque created alongside René Char, combining Braque’s renowned printmaking and visual art with Char's literary texts. Braque, best known for his role in the development of Cubism alongside Pablo Picasso, had a lifelong interest in the integration of text and image, often producing works that bridged the gap between painting, collage, and typography. René Char, a highly respected poet and close collaborator of Braque, shared this interest in the relationship between the visual and the verbal, and their combined works formed a powerful dialogue between the two mediums. The exhibition highlighted a selection of Braque’s engravings and lithographs, many of which were created in collaboration with Char’s poetry. These works, which included books, manuscripts, and documents, displayed the seamless fusion of language and image, where the words were not simply illustrations or captions but were integral parts of the compositions themselves. The exhibition provided an opportunity for visitors to experience how the two artists blurred the boundaries between their respective disciplines. The original exhibition poster for Livres Gravures Manuscrits Documents exemplified the spirit of the exhibition itself. While the exact design details may vary in interpretation, the poster captured the essence of Braque’s and Char’s collaboration—combining elements of the written word with visual art in a way that resonated with the avant-garde movement of the time. The poster, much like the exhibition, served as an invitation to explore the creative synergy between two masters of their respective fields, inviting the viewer to reflect on the interplay of language and visual expression. The Bibliothèque littéraire Jacques Doucet, the venue for this important exhibition, was an ideal setting for showcasing this unique collaboration. As a repository of rare manuscripts and a center for the preservation of literary history, it provided the perfect backdrop for the exploration of how literature and visual art intersect. The exhibition not only highlighted Braque and Char's artistic achievements but also celebrated the broader theme of collaboration between visual and literary artists. Livres Gravures Manuscrits Documents remains an important chapter in the histories of both Georges Braque and René Char, marking a moment when the worlds of painting, literature, and printmaking collided in a profound and thought-provoking way. The exhibition poster, now a sought-after artifact, serves as a testament to this groundbreaking moment in modern art and literature. It continues to inspire art lovers, collectors, and scholars, reflecting the enduring influence of Braque and Char's innovative approach to the fusion of words and images. Exhibition - Abstract - Literature Jacques Doucet Literary Library Printed by Mourlot
  • Creator:
    Georges Braque (1882 - 1963, French)
  • Creation Year:
    1963
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 25.99 in (66 cm)Width: 18.12 in (46 cm)
  • Medium:
  • Period:
  • Condition:
    Very good condition.
  • Gallery Location:
    PARIS, FR
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1792215734042

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