La Hune Poster Appraisal

Friedlaender Exhibition Poster at La Hune, June-July 1978

This item is an exhibition poster for 'FRIEDLAENDER' at 'LA HUNE', dated 'JUIN-JUILLET 1978'. The poster is mounted on a wooden board, presenting a rustic yet classic aesthetic. The board itself appears to be solid wood, possibly pine or a similar light-grained wood, with a visible wood grain and a warm, medium-brown stain or finish. The poster print is adhered directly to this board. The graphic design of the poster features an abstract, mixed-media style. The background appears to be an aged, speckled beige or cream color with faded text elements, suggesting a newspaper or manuscript collage effect. Overlaying this background are darker, perhaps painted or collaged, abstract shapes in browns, blacks, and hints of red, forming what might be a stylized architectural element or a symbolic form. The overall color palette is earthy and somewhat muted, typical of many art posters from the mid-20th century. Prominent text at the top reads 'FRIEDLAENDER', indicating the artist. Below, 'JUIN-JUILLET 1978' specifies the exhibition dates, and 'LA HUNE' with '14, rue de l'Abbaye-75006 PARIS - 325.54.06' provides the gallery name, address, and phone number. The poster shows signs of age and use, including some speckling and potential foxing on the lighter areas of the print, suggesting environmental exposure over time. There are no obvious tears or major creases visible in the poster itself, but the surface might have slight irregularities from being mounted on natural wood. The edges of the wood board framing the poster seem clean and intact, with a visible finish that has endured well. The craftsmanship appears sturdy, suitable for display. This piece serves as a historical document of a specific art exhibition, making it of interest to collectors of art ephemera or works by Friedlaender.