Envol 1974

"Envol", a 1974 gouache on paper by American artist Alexander Calder (1898-1976), exemplifies his signature style of abstract art. The composition features a dynamic arrangement of black, red, and yellow circles suspended on thin black lines against a cream-colored background. The bold, graphic forms create a sense of playful movement and energy, characteristic of Calder's "mobiles" and "stabiles," large-scale sculptures known for their kinetic elements. The bright colors and simplified shapes evoke a sense of optimism and joy. This work, though small in scale, embodies Calder's artistic vision, capturing the essence of movement and form.