Alexander Calder 'Boutons' (Buttons) Color Lithograph

This is a mid-century modern color lithograph on paper attributed to Alexander Calder, a seminal figure in kinetic art and abstract sculpture. The composition features Calder’s signature primary color palette—vibrant reds, deep blues, and mustard yellows—balanced with bold black decorative linework. The work is physically structured around two vertical axes: on the left, a serpentine black line loops to form organic 'bulb' or petal shapes, some filled with red, yellow, and black; on the right, a jagged zigzag line supports various circles and triangles. The background is a natural off-white or cream-toned paper. A visible signature 'Calder' appears in the lower right corner, consistent with the artist’s known hand. The piece is housed in a simple, thin gold-toned metallic frame with a wide off-white mat. Regarding condition, there is several prominent horizontal reflections on the glass indicating it is not museum-quality non-glare glazing. The paper appears relatively flat, though the age of the framing suggests possible light-toning and mild acidity from the mat board. This style is characteristic of Calder’s graphic works from the 1960s to early 1970s, reflecting his background in mechanical engineering and fascination with playful, balanced geometric forms. The craftsmanship is evidenced by the clean saturation of the ink and the deliberate, fluid weight of the gestural lines.