Ladislas KIJNO — Car hormis le soleil, rien

Plastic and committed poetry

A leading figure in lyrical abstraction and a pioneer of "froissage" (crumpling), Ladislas Kijno left his mark on 20th-century art with his quest for the absolute. This original serigraph, titled "Car hormis le soleil, rien", perfectly illustrates the fusion of graphic power and poetry that characterizes his work. A probable tribute to the poet Henri Kréa (whose name appears at the bottom left of the motif), this piece is a visual manifesto where text becomes image.

Power of contrasts and freedom of line

 In this composition, Kijno deploys raw energy. The title of the work is integrated as a plastic element in its own right. He makes audacious use of primary colors that clash with the density of solid black areas, creating an intense visual vibration. Finally, we find the organic forms and curves dear to the artist, evoking both the cosmos and a certain telluric spirituality.

Technical specifications

• Artist: Ladislas Kijno (1921-2012)
  
• Title: Car hormis le soleil, rien 
  
• Technique: Original color serigraph 
  
• Signature: Signed in pencil by the artist at the bottom left; titled in the motif and "Henri Krea" mentioned at the bottom left 
  
• Dimensions: H. 51.5 cm - W. 50.5 cm
  

Condition

This work is presented in good overall condition. There are some slight handling marks on the edge of the sheet, testaments to its history, which will be masked during professional framing.

Studio Cinquante's opinion

We appreciate the almost poster-like dimension of this serigraph. This work embodies Kijno's fervor and humanism. The presence of Henri Kréa's name highlights this fraternity between the arts, painting and poetry, which is at the heart of the artist's work. With its almost square format and vibrant colors, this serigraph is a piece with character. We recommend modern and minimalist framing — a black aluminum frame or a light wood floating frame — to emphasize its graphic strength. It will fit perfectly into a contemporary interior, bringing a touch of radical modernity and literate poetry.

Shipping Note

The artwork is sold unframed and will be shipped with the utmost care in a reinforced protective tube.