Madness and Blue (2019)

Artist: Jim Dine (American, born 1935)
Title: Madness and Blue
Year: 2019
Medium: Woodcut with extensive hand-colouring in gouache on Korean paper
Image Size: 1830 × 1160 mm (72 × 45 5/8 in)
Sheet Size: 2000 × 1310 mm (78 3/4 × 51 5/8 in)
Signature: Signed and dated in pencil
Edition: Edition of 6 + 1 Artist’s Proof
Printers: Gabi Pechmann & Christoph Chavanne, Steindruck Studio, Apetlon, Austria (blindstamp)
Publisher: Cristea Roberts Gallery, London
Type of work: Large-format limited edition woodcut with hand-colouring

Description

Madness and Blue (2019) is a monumental woodcut by Jim Dine, extensively hand-coloured in gouache, making each impression uniquely vibrant. Executed on luxurious Korean paper and measuring an impressive two meters tall, the work embodies Dine’s late-career fusion of expressive gesture, raw mark-making, and vivid chromatic energy.

Printed by master printers Gabi Pechmann and Christoph Chavanne at Steindruck Studio in Austria, this edition demonstrates a remarkable interplay between the carved wood matrix and the hand-applied gouache layers. The resulting piece is not merely a print but a hybrid work that borders on painting, showcasing Dine’s ongoing exploration of texture, colour, and emotional immediacy.

Published in an exceptionally small edition of only 6 impressions, plus a single artist’s proof, Madness and Blue represents one of the artist’s rarest large-scale graphic works. Each sheet is signed and dated by Dine and bears the studio’s blindstamp, ensuring authenticity and craftsmanship.

A museum-caliber work of commanding presence—ideal for collectors of major contemporary prints and admirers of Dine’s bold, expressive imagery.

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FAQ — Madness and Blue (2019)

Is this an original Jim Dine print?
Yes — it is an original woodcut hand-coloured in gouache, signed and published by Cristea Roberts Gallery.

What is the edition size?
Edition of 6, plus 1 Artist’s Proof—making it extremely rare.

What makes this print unique?
Each impression is individually hand-coloured, giving it the character of a unique work.

Who printed the work?
Steindruck Studio (Gabi Pechmann & Christoph Chavanne), renowned for their collaborations with major contemporary artists.

Is the artwork framed?
No — this large-format sheet is unframed.

How large is the piece?
A monumental 2000 × 1310 mm, commanding significant wall presence.

Do you ship internationally?
Yes — with full insurance and specialised large-format protection.