Composition

Artist: Claude Viallat (1936–)
Title: Composition
Medium: Color monotype
Dimensions: 50 × 40 cm
Signature: Unsigned
Edition: Unique monotype (from the portfolio Art pour la Paix)
Publisher: ArtsToArts
Type of work: Print–multiple (monotype)
Framing: Unframed
Provenance: Private collection, France

Description

Composition is an expressive color monotype by French artist Claude Viallat, a founding figure of the Supports/Surfaces movement. Known for his repeated biomorphic motif and his radical approach to painting without stretcher bars, Viallat here applies his vocabulary to the monotype technique, creating a richly textured, unique impression.

Produced for the portfolio “Art pour la Paix” and published by ArtsToArts, this work embodies the spontaneity and material freedom characteristic of Viallat’s practice. As a monotype, each impression is inherently unique, making this piece a singular collectible rather than part of a numbered edition.

The composition’s vibrant color fields and rhythmic organic shapes reflect Viallat’s ongoing exploration of pattern, gesture, and surface—central themes throughout his celebrated career.

An ideal acquisition for collectors of contemporary French art, Supports/Surfaces, and unique print multiples.

Shipping & Delivery

✔ Worldwide shipping from France
✔ Museum-grade packaging
✔ Full insurance + tracking
✔ Delivery within 5–10 business days

FAQ

Is this work unique?
Yes — as a monotype, it is a one-of-a-kind print, not part of a numbered edition.

Is the monotype signed?
No — this example is unsigned, as issued within the Art pour la Paix portfolio.

What is the edition type?
It is part of a project portfolio, but each monotype is unique.

What technique did Viallat use?
A color monotype, involving pigment application and pressure transfer, resulting in a single final image.

Is this work typical of Viallat’s style?
Yes — it features his recognizable palette and rhythmic abstract motifs associated with Supports/Surfaces.

Is worldwide shipping available?
Yes — with tracking and full insurance.

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