BOTT, Francis

Francis Bott silkscreen, signed (Henze 1167)

Description

Francis Bott screenprint printed in yellow, and red on dark brown paper. Signed by the artist in pencil and written in lower left margin ‘Epreuve d’artist’ (artist’s proof).  One of a series of 5 printed in different colours. Although not dated, this was made between 1969-72. The sheet has one small blemish in margin, see photo, otherwise  excellent condition. Scarce.
Size 700x 500m

Item details

Reference: Henze 1167:    Espaces Concertes  Blatt 5 der Folge 9s.Nr.1163)

Provenance: Purchased at the ‘Works from the  Studio of Francis Bott (1904-1998)’ Sale, Christie’s, London, 16th November 2006.

‘Bott’s style continued to develop throughout his career and in the 1960’s and the 1970’s, he embarked on two major pictorial series, namely Espaces Concertés and Cathédrales. These represented a change to a more linear approach and are characterised by a more vibrant colours in keeping with the mood of the times.’  Quote from Christie’s catalogue ‘Works From The Studio of Francis Bott (1904-1998), 2006.