Karel Appel – Wednesday,1977

Signed and dated lower right “Appel 77” (pencil); inscribed “e.a.” and dedicated to Jules Farber by the artist in the lower margin.

This vibrant and energetic original lithograph by the world-renowned CoBrA group co-founder, Karel Appel (1921–2006), is a quintessential example of his expressive, neo-expressionist style. The work features a dynamic interplay of primary colors—bold reds, yellows, and blues—balanced against deep forest greens and black. The central, semi-abstract figure appears as a silhouette in motion, surrounded by a chaotic yet harmonious flurry of thick, gestural color fields that evoke a sense of raw, childlike spontaneity and primal energy.

The piece is hand-signed and dated “Appel ’77” in pencil in the lower right margin. It also bears a personalized handwritten dedication in the lower-left: “voor Jules Farber van Karel Appel 1977” (For Jules Farber from Karel Appel 1977), as well as the initials “e.a.” (épreuve d’artiste), identifying it as a rare artist’s proof outside the regular edition.

Acquired directly from the artist by the grandmother of the present owner; Galerie Barbara Farber, Amsterdam; thence by descent to the present owner.

Good vintage condition with vibrant colors; minor natural toning to the paper consistent with age; Unframed.

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