Karel Appel

Untitled

1960

© Karel Appel Foundation

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In Tate Britain

Prints and Drawings Room

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Artist
Karel Appel 1921–2006
Medium
Lithograph on paper
Dimensions
Image: 299 x 296 mm
Collection
Tate
Acquisition
Transferred from the Library 1989
Reference
P08225

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The fluid composition of bold colours and sweeping black lines reflect the spontaneity Appel admired in children’s art. The central black configuration suggests a dog-like animal in profile. The printing technique of lithography produces a smooth, inky appearance, giving the impression that the vibrant colours have been allowed to seep across the sheet.

Gallery label, July 2005

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