Abstract Lithograph by Mogens Balle

This is an original color lithograph by the Danish artist Mogens Balle (1921–1988), a key figure in the CoBrA movement. The composition features characteristic biomorphic and abstract forms, executed in a palette of deep teal-green, ochre, and dark earth tones. The piece displays Balle's signature spontaneous and expressive style, with two prominent, rounded, textured forms dominating the central field against a dark, moody background. The print is housed in a contemporary silver-toned metal frame with a wide, white archival-style mat. Notably, the work bears a visible pencil signature in the lower right margin, 'Mogens Balle', and a date that appears to be from the mid-to-late 20th century, likely the 1970s or 1980s. The lower left margin likely contains an edition number, though it is partially obscured in the photograph. The physical condition appears stable, with the paper displaying no obvious signs of foxing or water damage, though there is a slight yellowish tint at the very edge of the image where it meets the mat, suggesting minor age-related toning. The frame has minor surface scuffs consistent with standard handling. This work is a strong example of Post-War Scandinavian abstract printmaking, showcasing the imaginative and organic quality typical of Balle's mid-career output.

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