Description

MAYEU PASSA (1921-1991) was a French painter who created paintings in the Symbolist style who signed his paintings Mayeu, was unknown in France and in the Grésivaudan where he lived. However, New York and Tokyo is where he exhibited his works. And high up in La Terrasse, at the hamlet of Mont Lachat, the "old owl", as he liked to be called, had his workshop. Kenneth Nahan, one of the most important American art dealers, saw in him "an heir of Paul Klee and Marc Tobey". It is through this merchant that Passa's value rose very quickly in the United States and especially in Japan. Title: "LE 38" Hand signed Color Lithograph numbered 58/175 Sheet size approx: 30" x 21" ( 76 x 54 cm) very good condition, never framed, The "old owl" painted his whole life all alone, intent to avoid any more sarcasm from those who dared see his paintings. Fortunately some believed in him. He first painted still lifes and his style evolved from abstraction to symbolism. Nicole Cabret, in an article in the newspaper "Le Monde", described Passa's paintings as made up of "signs inspired by hieroglyphics, dancing to the rhythm of his fancy, in a ballet of forms and colors. An amazing abstraction, his work surprises". Please see Photo's as part of the item description, since they are photo's of the actual Artwork you will receive! There always might be slight color variation from the Original to the colors you see on the photo's. Attention International Buyers: Import duties, taxes and charges are not included in the item price or shipping charges. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding/buying. Shipping : Your item will be shipped within 2 business days of receiving payment. Payment : We ask that payment be made within 7 days of auctions close. We understand that things can happen and if for some reason, you need more time...just write so that we can work it out for you. combined shipping: If you buy more than 1 picture that can be shipped in the same package, we will only charge shipping once, no matter how many pictures you buy. If you invoice shows something else, please wait for revised invoice before paying!