Cavalli (Horses)
Print on paper, likely a lithograph or serigraph, professionally matted and framed. • Attributed to Guillaume Corneille (Corneille van Beverloo) or a contemporary artist working in a similar Pop-Surrealist graphic style popular in Western Europe during the 1970s.
Style & Movement
Modernist / Graphic Illustration with elements of Surrealism and mid-century Italian design influence.
Medium & Technique
Color lithography or screenprint featuring precise linear graphic work, cross-hatching to create depth, and a vibrant orange-to-black gradient background.
Creation Period
Circa 1970-1980.
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 24 x 36 inches (image size); landscape format.
Subject Description
Three stylized horses in motion, rendered with intricate contour lines and flowing manes. The figures are overlaid with sharp, geometric cross-hatched lines that suggest wind or kinetic energy against a sunset-spectrum background.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good to Very Good. The print appears well-preserved within its frame, though the matting shows some age-related discoloration.
Estimated Market Value
$400 - $800 USD.
Auction Estimate
$300 - $600 USD.
Provenance History
Likely acquired from a commercial gallery or art retailer in the late 20th century; signature at bottom right (partially obscured) suggest an editioned print.
Art Historical Significance
Representative of the 1970s transition toward highly stylized, decorative graphic arts that blended traditional animalier subjects with modern abstract techniques.
Notable Features
Distinctive use of fine-line hatching to define musculature and the dramatic contrast between the organic forms of the horses and the rigid geometric lines of the environment.
Condition Issues
Visible reflection and slight waviness in the paper suggest it may not be mounted to acid-free board; potential UV fading of the orange pigment depending on light exposure.
Conservation Recommendations
Should be inspected for acid-free matting; recommend replacing glass with UV-protective acrylic and ensuring a moisture-controlled environment.