Kumi Sugaï 1970 Lithograph 'Le Printemps'

Kumi Sugaï — “Le Printemps”, 1970

Original Color Lithograph | Signed & Numbered | Edition of 100

Bold, vibrant, and unmistakably modern, Le Printemps (French for “Spring”) by celebrated Japanese-French artist Kumi Sugaï (1919–1996) radiates both seasonal joy and structural elegance. This striking composition—executed in 1970 and printed in Japan—features a bright emerald green biomorphic shape hovering above dynamic pink and white diagonal gradients, framed in deep ultramarine blue. The interplay of pure color fields and geometric abstraction reflects Sugaï’s mastery in blending Eastern minimalism with Western modernist forms.

This work is part of a limited edition of 100—hand-signed and numbered (55/100) in pencil by the artist. Sugaï’s control of color and spatial rhythm gives this lithograph a sculptural presence that enhances any contemporary interior or art collection.

Details:

• Title: Le Printemps
• Artist: Kumi Sugaï
• Year: 1970
• Medium: Original color lithograph
• Edition: 55/100
• Signature: Hand-signed and numbered in pencil
• Size: H 65 x W 50 cm (approx. 25.6 x 19.7 inches)
• Provenance: Printed in Japan
• Condition: Very good with deckled edges; no visible flaws

About the Artist:

Born in Kobe, Japan, Kumi Sugaï studied calligraphy before relocating to Paris in 1952, where he became a central figure in the European post-war abstraction movement. Drawing inspiration from Zen philosophy, urban signage, and the rise of industrial modernity, Sugaï created a unique visual vocabulary that merged Japanese tradition with cutting-edge European art. His work has been exhibited internationally and is held in collections such as MoMA (New York), Centre Pompidou (Paris), and The National Museum of Modern Art (Tokyo).

A timeless collector’s piece, Le Printemps is ideal for enthusiasts of Japanese modernism, 20th-century abstraction, or those seeking a bold graphic artwork with historical provenance.

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