Georges Rouault - Nocturne (1947)

Original Heliogravure by Georges Rouault "Nocturne" for "Stella Vespertina" portfolio (1947)

This original heliogravure by Georges Rouault, titled "Nocturne" (1947), is a stunning piece of art. The composition is simple yet powerful, with a strong sense of movement and emotion.

The artwork is a perfect example of Rouault's signature style, which is characterized by bold lines and shapes, and a strong sense of contrast. The piece is sure to be a conversation starter, and will add a touch of sophistication to any room.

This piece is a must-have for any art collector, and is sure to be a timeless addition to any home. Get your hands on this unique piece of art today, and add a touch of elegance to your home.

• Date: 1947
• Edition of 2000 on Marais paper
• Signed by Rouault in the plate (not by hand)
• Medium: Original Heliogravure, unframed
• Size: 19 1/2 x 15 1/4 in. (47 x 37 cm)
• The image measures 9 1/4 x 11 1/2 inches (20 x 30cm)
• Printer: Draeger Freres, Paris
• Publisher: Rene Drouin, Paris
• Good condition, The image has been tipped (lightly mounted) by the publisher onto a larger support sheet of gray vellum paper.  

Rouault “achieved striking effects in his prints by unothodox means, mixing techniques and tools and sometimes working by hand a plate onto which his original gouache sketch had been photographed” (Artist and the Book, 179). His Stella Vespertina is one of the great personal views on the subject of artistic intention. In it Rouault reflects that “the conscience of an artist worthy of the name is like an incurable disease which causes him endless torment but occasionally fills him with silent joy.”