Raoul Dufy, Studies, History of Electricity, 1965 (after)
1965

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About the Item

This exquisite lithograph after Raoul Dufy (1877–1953), titled Etudes, «Histoire de l'Electricite» (Studies, “History of Electricity”), from the folio Lettre a mon peintre Raoul Dufy (Letter to My Painter Raoul Dufy), originates from the 1965 edition published by Librairie academique Perrin et Cie, Paris, and printed by Mourlot Freres, Paris, July 22, 1965. Etudes, «Histoire de l'Electricite» reflects Dufy’s preparatory exploration for his monumental mural La Fee Electricite, capturing the dynamic interplay of science, light, and progress through his signature rhythm of line and color. Executed as a lithograph on velin papeteries Arjomari-Prioux paper, this work measures 11.75 x 18.75 inches, with centerfold as issued. Unsigned and unnumbered as issued. The edition exemplifies the refined craftsmanship of Mourlot Freres and the exceptional production standards of mid-century French art publishing. Artwork Details: Artist: After Raoul Dufy (1877–1953) Title: Etudes, «Histoire de l'Electricite» (Studies, “History of Electricity”), from the folio Lettre a mon peintre Raoul Dufy (Letter to My Painter Raoul Dufy) Medium: Lithograph on velin papeteries Arjomari-Prioux paper Dimensions: 11.75 x 18.75 inches (29.85 x 47.63 cm), with centerfold as issued Inscription: Unsigned and unnumbered as issued Date: 1965 Publisher: Librairie academique Perrin et Cie, Paris Printer: Mourlot Freres, Paris Condition: Well preserved, consistent with age and medium Provenance: From the folio Lettre a mon peintre Raoul Dufy (Letter to My Painter Raoul Dufy), published by Librairie academique Perrin et Cie, Paris, 1965 Notes: Excerpted from the folio (translated from French), The typography of this album was completed to print at L'Imprimerie nationale, Monsieur Andre Brignole as Director and Paul Lajun as head of typography. The type-set was made with the Garamont corps 20, exclusive property of the grand Etablissement d'Etat on the presses of which the printing was completed on July 22, 1965. The color lithographs and black drawings as well as the manuscripts were shot on Fernand Mourlot's presses. Henri Jadoux was the assistant responsible for the project. It was taken from this edition, XXV examples on velin B.F.K. de Rives, numbered from I to XXV, accompanied by a suite of lithographs and an original etching signed by Jacques Villon, CMLXXV examples on velin B.F.K. de Rives, numbered from XXVI to M, accompanied by a series of lithographs, and V̅ examples on velin Arjomari, numbered from MI to V̅I̅, and finally, CC examples, hors commerce. About the Publication: Lettre a mon peintre Raoul Dufy (Paris: Librairie academique Perrin et Cie, 1965) is a distinguished folio honoring Raoul Dufy (1877–1953), printed on July 22, 1965, by Mourlot Freres, Paris. Conceived as a refined homage to Dufy’s lyrical modernism, the folio comprises twenty-seven lithographs on velin Arjomari paper, executed d’apres Dufy and his contemporaries—including Jacques Villon, Georges Braque, Marc Chagall, Dunoyer de Segonzac, Marcel Gromaire, Bernard Buffet, Charles Lapicque, Andre Marchand, and Jean Lurcat—thereby situating Dufy within the broader lineage of twentieth-century French art. The project reflects both the technical mastery of Mourlot’s atelier and the mid-century Parisian ideal of merging painterly tribute with fine-print craftsmanship, affirming Dufy’s enduring influence on modern visual culture. About the Artist: Raoul Dufy (1877–1953) was a French painter, printmaker, designer, and illustrator celebrated for his radiant use of color, lyrical brushwork, and joyous depictions of modern life that made him one of the most beloved artists of the 20th century. A central figure of Fauvism, Dufy’s exuberant compositions captured regattas, orchestras, and seaside scenes in shimmering harmonies of light and movement, translating the rhythm of everyday life into visual music. Influenced by Henri Matisse and Paul Cezanne and shaped by the revolutionary ideas of Pablo Picasso, Alexander Calder, Alberto Giacometti, Salvador Dali, Joan Miro, Wassily Kandinsky, Marcel Duchamp, and Man Ray, Dufy forged a style that balanced structure with spontaneity, joy with sophistication. Born in Le Havre, he studied at the Ecole des Beaux-Arts in Paris and, after encountering the Fauves at the 1905 Salon d’Automne, embraced pure color as his primary language. His early landscapes evolved into a radiant, rhythmic style that blended Cubist structure with the musicality of line and color. Beyond painting, Dufy was a pioneer of decorative arts, collaborating with fashion designer Paul Poiret on textile designs that revolutionized early 20th-century fashion and working in ceramics, tapestry, and stage design. His monumental 1937 mural La Fee Electricite (The Electricity Fairy), commissioned for the Paris International Exposition, remains one of the largest and most celebrated works of modern art—a 600-square-meter symphony of light and movement celebrating human progress. Dufy’s philosophy centered on “the logic of color,” which he likened to the harmony of music, and his free, transparent brushwork captured both atmosphere and emotion with unmatched vitality. Even after developing rheumatoid arthritis, Dufy continued to paint with undiminished energy, creating late works marked by gestural freedom and lyrical serenity. His art influenced later painters including Nicolas de Stael, Richard Diebenkorn, and David Hockney, who admired his balance of form and radiance. Today, Dufy’s works are housed in major museums worldwide, including the Museum of Modern Art in New York, the Centre Pompidou in Paris, and the Tate Modern in London. Standing alongside modern masters such as Pablo Picasso, Alexander Calder, Alberto Giacometti, Salvador Dali, Joan Miro, Wassily Kandinsky, Marcel Duchamp, and Man Ray, Dufy endures as a symbol of joy and beauty in modern art. The highest auction record for Raoul Dufy was achieved with La Fee Electricite, which sold for $6,767,200 USD at Christie’s, London, on June 25, 2007, reaffirming his legacy as one of the most radiant and influential colorists of the modern era. Raoul Dufy Etudes Histoire de l'Electricite Studies History of Electricity Lettre a mon peintre Raoul Dufy Letter to My Painter Raoul Dufy 1965 Librairie academique Perrin et Cie Mourlot Freres Paris lithograph modern art.

Creation Year:
1965
Dimensions:
Height: 11.75 in (29.85 cm)Width: 18.75 in (47.63 cm)
Medium:
Lithograph
Movement Style:
Fauvist
After:
Raoul Dufy (1877-1953, French)
Period:
1960-1969
Condition:
Gallery Location:
Southampton, NY
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU1465216688042

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