Color print by Jean Lurçat (1892–1966) depicting a large stylized rooster set within an ochre-orange disc and surrounded by foliage.
The composition brings together several characteristic elements of Lurçat’s graphic vocabulary: strongly cut-out vegetal forms, bold black contrasts, and a warm palette dominated by earthy tones and orange.
This color linocut / linograph reprises the motif used for the poster of the Galerie d’Art du Casino de Saint-Céré, where Jean Lurçat’s tapestries, lithographs and ceramics were presented on a permanent basis. The work can be dated to circa 1960–1962.
Stylized Jean Lurçat signature printed in the plate.
The work has recently been professionally custom framed with a matte black frame and acrylic glazing.
Technical Details
Artist: Jean Lurçat (1892–1966)
Title / Subject:Rooster
Technique: color linocut / linograph on paper
Period: circa 1960–1962
Associated motif: Galerie d’Art du Casino de Saint-Céré
Signature: printed in the plate, lower right
Colors: black, ochre-orange, cream
Framing: recent, custom-made
Frame: matte black, 2 cm profile
Glazing: 2 mm acrylic glass
Dimensions
Artwork size: 49.3 × 63 cm
Overall framed size: 52.3 × 66 cm
Condition
Good vintage condition.
The paper shows a few small foxing spots, light age-related marks, and a few very minor edge tears or localized areas of fragility consistent with age.
The printed motif remains clear and the colors retain a strong visual presence. The work is now protected by a recent custom frame with acrylic glazing.
