1968 Dove and Bouquet, Aimé Daniel Steinlen (1923–1996), 1968 lithograph, 20x26 in, signed in plate and hand signed, numbered V/300 (5/300)
A vibrant 1968 lithograph by Aimé Daniel Steinlen (1923–1996), edition V/300 (5/300), measuring 20 x 26 inches. This expressive modernist composition features a white dove rising above a bouquet of poppies, cornflowers, and wheat set against a bold red field. Signed “Steinlen” in the plate., signed in plate and hand signed and numbered by artist. Light foxing visible in margins. Acquired through Mitch Morse Gallery and now held by Artfind Gallery, Washington DC.
Artwork Description
This striking 1968 lithograph presents a white dove in full ascent, wings extended in sweeping motion above an abundant bouquet of wildflowers. Red poppies, blue cornflowers, and golden wheat burst outward in expressive line and layered color against a saturated vermilion background.
The year “1968” appears prominently within the composition, situating the work in a period globally associated with civil rights movements, anti-war demonstrations, and social transformation. The dove — a universal symbol of peace — becomes especially resonant in this historical context.
Steinlen’s technique combines gestural ink-like line with painterly lithographic washes. The floral arrangement is rendered with energetic scribbling contours and layered tonal splashes, balancing spontaneity with compositional structure. The signature “Steinlen” appears in the plate lower right. The lower left margin bears the notation V/300, confirming this impression as number 5 from an edition of 300.
Sheet size measures approximately 20 x 26 inches. Light foxing is present in the margins and on the verso, consistent with age, while the image remains strong and vibrant.
Thematically, the work unites peace, harvest, renewal, and postwar European modernist symbolism.
Artist Biography
Aimé Daniel Steinlen (1923–1996) was a 20th-century French artist working in lithography and painting, associated with mid-century European modernism. While sharing the Steinlen surname, he belongs to a later generation and developed his own visual vocabulary distinct from earlier Belle Époque graphic traditions.
Active primarily during the post–World War II decades, Steinlen’s work reflects the expressive tendencies of mid-century European printmaking. His compositions often combine symbolic imagery — doves, florals, pastoral references — with bold color fields and gestural line. His style bridges figurative clarity and expressive abstraction, consistent with artistic developments of the 1950s through the 1970s.
The 1968 date on this lithograph situates it within a period of cultural upheaval and renewed artistic engagement with themes of peace and social conscience. The dove motif aligns with widespread visual language adopted by artists responding to global political tensions of the era.
Aimé Daniel Steinlen’s works circulated through European and American gallery networks in the later 20th century, including acquisition channels in New York and across Europe. His lithographs are typically issued in limited editions and emphasize bold chromatic contrast, expressive draftsmanship, and accessible symbolic imagery.
The 1968 lithograph exemplifies his mature period: confident line work, saturated red ground, and dynamic compositional energy. The edition size of 300 is consistent with mid-century lithographic publishing practices.
As of 2026, Steinlen’s signed and dated lithographs maintain steady collector interest in the market for European modernist prints. While not positioned at the highest tier of blue-chip modernism, his works are valued for their period authenticity, symbolism, and decorative strength.
Aimé Daniel Steinlen (1923–1996)
1968 Dove and Bouquet
Lithograph
Edition V/300 (5/300)
20 x 26 inches
Signed in plate, hand signed and numbered by artist
Certificate of Authentication
This certifies that 1968 Dove and Bouquet is an original lithograph by Aimé Daniel Steinlen (1923–1996).
Medium: Lithograph
Dimensions: 20 x 26 inches
Edition: V/300 (5/300)
Signature: Steinlen in plate, hand signed and numbered by artist
Provenance: Mitch Morse Gallery; Artfind Gallery, Washington DC
Guaranteed authentic as described.
Condition
Good vintage condition. Light foxing visible in margins and on verso. Minor age-related toning. Image remains vibrant with no significant losses observed.
Provenance
Mitch Morse Gallery (acquired in NYC, United States and Europe)
Private Collection
Artfind Gallery, Washington DC (Current Owner)
1968 Dove and Bouquet, Aimé Daniel Steinlen (1923–1996), 1968 lithograph, 20x26 in, signed in plate and hand signed, numbered V/300 (5/300)
A vibrant 1968 lithograph by Aimé Daniel Steinlen (1923–1996), edition V/300 (5/300), measuring 20 x 26 inches. This expressive modernist composition features a white dove rising above a bouquet of poppies, cornflowers, and wheat set against a bold red field. Signed “Steinlen” in the plate., signed in plate and hand signed and numbered by artist. Light foxing visible in margins. Acquired through Mitch Morse Gallery and now held by Artfind Gallery, Washington DC.
Artwork Description
This striking 1968 lithograph presents a white dove in full ascent, wings extended in sweeping motion above an abundant bouquet of wildflowers. Red poppies, blue cornflowers, and golden wheat burst outward in expressive line and layered color against a saturated vermilion background.
The year “1968” appears prominently within the composition, situating the work in a period globally associated with civil rights movements, anti-war demonstrations, and social transformation. The dove — a universal symbol of peace — becomes especially resonant in this historical context.
Steinlen’s technique combines gestural ink-like line with painterly lithographic washes. The floral arrangement is rendered with energetic scribbling contours and layered tonal splashes, balancing spontaneity with compositional structure. The signature “Steinlen” appears in the plate lower right. The lower left margin bears the notation V/300, confirming this impression as number 5 from an edition of 300.
Sheet size measures approximately 20 x 26 inches. Light foxing is present in the margins and on the verso, consistent with age, while the image remains strong and vibrant.
Thematically, the work unites peace, harvest, renewal, and postwar European modernist symbolism.
Artist Biography
Aimé Daniel Steinlen (1923–1996) was a 20th-century French artist working in lithography and painting, associated with mid-century European modernism. While sharing the Steinlen surname, he belongs to a later generation and developed his own visual vocabulary distinct from earlier Belle Époque graphic traditions.
Active primarily during the post–World War II decades, Steinlen’s work reflects the expressive tendencies of mid-century European printmaking. His compositions often combine symbolic imagery — doves, florals, pastoral references — with bold color fields and gestural line. His style bridges figurative clarity and expressive abstraction, consistent with artistic developments of the 1950s through the 1970s.
The 1968 date on this lithograph situates it within a period of cultural upheaval and renewed artistic engagement with themes of peace and social conscience. The dove motif aligns with widespread visual language adopted by artists responding to global political tensions of the era.
Aimé Daniel Steinlen’s works circulated through European and American gallery networks in the later 20th century, including acquisition channels in New York and across Europe. His lithographs are typically issued in limited editions and emphasize bold chromatic contrast, expressive draftsmanship, and accessible symbolic imagery.
The 1968 lithograph exemplifies his mature period: confident line work, saturated red ground, and dynamic compositional energy. The edition size of 300 is consistent with mid-century lithographic publishing practices.
As of 2026, Steinlen’s signed and dated lithographs maintain steady collector interest in the market for European modernist prints. While not positioned at the highest tier of blue-chip modernism, his works are valued for their period authenticity, symbolism, and decorative strength.
Aimé Daniel Steinlen (1923–1996)
1968 Dove and Bouquet
Lithograph
Edition V/300 (5/300)
20 x 26 inches
Signed in plate, hand signed and numbered by artist
Certificate of Authentication
This certifies that 1968 Dove and Bouquet is an original lithograph by Aimé Daniel Steinlen (1923–1996).
Medium: Lithograph
Dimensions: 20 x 26 inches
Edition: V/300 (5/300)
Signature: Steinlen in plate, hand signed and numbered by artist
Provenance: Mitch Morse Gallery; Artfind Gallery, Washington DC
Guaranteed authentic as described.
Condition
Good vintage condition. Light foxing visible in margins and on verso. Minor age-related toning. Image remains vibrant with no significant losses observed.
Provenance
Mitch Morse Gallery (acquired in NYC, United States and Europe)
Private Collection
Artfind Gallery, Washington DC (Current Owner)
