Frank STELLA Hollis Frampton (framed)  (1972)

From the Purple Series, an original lithograph on Zerkall Copperplate deluxe paper. Signed F. Stella in pencil lower right, dated 1972 and numbered from the limited edition of 100. Published by Gemini GEL, Los Angeles. Copyright © 1971 by Frank Stella ink stamp to the reverse. Referenced in Axsom, 71 and Gemini, 374.

In very good condition with very gentle discolouration of the paper towards the far sheet edges, 2 tiny pin-head size marks to the paper, corner mounts just visibly pressing through from the reverse. Framed in the original 1970s chrome frame (overall light scratching and wear not detracting from the image). With labels on the reverse for MorganSpangle Gallery, New York and Scottish Gallery, Edinburgh. Dimensions including frame: 44cm x 59cm.

A striking yet intimate Frank Stella print which is immediately recognisable in its brave simplicity - impossible not to love! Stella is an iconic figure of post-war American art and is considered to be one of the most influential artists of a generation that moved beyond abstract expressionism toward minimalism and post-painterly abstraction.

Frank Stella studied with the American filmmaker and photographer Hollis Frampton whose work reflects a fascination with art and artists. 'The Secret World of Frank Stella 1958–62', is a series of 52 portraits of Stella by Frampton and was originally conceived as a parody of David Douglas Duncan’s book 'The Private World of Pablo Picasso'.