Two Heads Lithograph Appraisal

Alexander Calder 'Two Heads' Limited Edition Artist Proof Lithograph

This item is an original pencil-signed color lithograph titled 'Two Heads' by the renowned American sculptor and artist Alexander Calder (1898–1976). Produced in 1974, this specific piece is designated as an 'Artist Proof' (E.A. or Artist's Proof), according to the accompanying certificate of authenticity, and belongs to a limited edition series of only 90 impressions. The certificate of guarantee, issued by the Distinctive Graphic Arts Corp., features a classic green guilloché border and is hand-signed by an official representative. The document is currently affixed to a tan-colored backing board or frame dust cover using several strips of adhesive tape. The paper of the certificate shows some age-related toning, minor creases, and tattered edges consistent with its mid-1970s origin. Calder's lithographs from this 20th-century Modernist period are highly valued for their bold use of primary colors, whimsical line-work, and biomorphic shapes reflecting the kinetic energy of his mobile sculptures. As an Artist Proof, this work represents a subset of the edition typically reserved for the artist's personal use or special distribution, often carrying higher collectibility. The craftsmanship of the publishing house, combined with Calder's iconic signature, marks this as a significant mid-century modern graphic work.