Lithographie de Bernard Buffet - Urban Street Scene

This item is a black and white lithograph print attributed to the renowned French Expressionist artist Bernard Buffet. Typical of Buffet’s mid-20th-century style, the composition features a stark, desolate street scene characterized by his signature 'miserabilist' aesthetic. The work is defined by strong, angular black lines and a heavy use of cross-hatching to create depth and texture in the architectural forms. The perspective draws the eye down a quiet urban corridor flanked by tall, narrow buildings with rectangular windows. The print is executed on paper and is presented in a dark, possibly black or dark wood frame under glass. The color palette is monochromatic, relying on high contrast between the ink and the paper substrate. Notable craftsmanship is visible in the deliberate, scratchy linework that conveys a sense of post-war melancholy. While the specific title isn't visible, Buffet frequently explored vacant Parisian streets and provincial landscapes. The condition appears fair, though the image quality suggests some potential foxing or yellowing of the paper and possible reflections on the glass. There is a visible margin between the print and the frame edge where a signature or edition number would typically be located, though they are obscured in this photograph. This style suggests a production date between the late 1950s and 1970s.