French Art Poster Appraisal

Friedlaender Exhibition Poster (La Hune, June-July 1978)

This item is an exhibition poster for 'FRIEDLAENDER' at 'LA HUNE', running from June-July 1978. The physical characteristics indicate a substantial poster, likely printed on heavy paper or cardstock, housed within a visibly robust wooden frame. The frame appears to be made of a solid wood with a warm, reddish-brown stain and a visible grain pattern, suggesting a natural wood finish. The poster itself features a mixed-media or abstract design with distressed textures, incorporating what appears to be torn or layered paper elements, possibly resembling newsprint or aged documents. Dominant colors in the artwork include earthy tones such as browns, muted greens, and reds, against a lighter, possibly off-white or beige background. A central motif resembles a stacked structure with a textured, possibly tiled, conical top. The text 'FRIEDLAENDER', 'JUIN-JUILLET 1978', 'LA HUNE', and the address '14, rue de l'Abbaye-75006 PARIS - 325.54.06' are printed clearly on the poster, indicating the artist, dates, gallery, and contact information. Visible condition issues include potential wear to the frame, consistent with its age, though specific damage is not clearly discernible from the image. The poster itself has an inherent distressed aesthetic, making it difficult to differentiate intentional design elements from actual wear, but it appears to be well-preserved within its frame. The overall style is characteristic of late 20th-century abstract art or graphic design, specifically exhibition posters from the 1970s. The craftsmanship of the poster printing appears to be of good quality, given its legibility and color saturation, while the framing is sturdy.