For the past five decades, Maeght Editeur has asserted its dominance as a leading art publisher. Beyond curating groundbreaking exhibitions, they have made a significant impact in the art world as publishers. One series, in particular, stands out amongst the rest – the DERRIERE LE MIROIR series, published from 1946 to 1982. This series featured numerous distinguished artists, including publications dedicated to Miro, Picasso, Braque, Calder, Bazaine, and many others. What sets this series apart is the inclusion of original lithographs in each volume. Alongside traditional illustrations, almost every volume contains at least 2 original lithographs, but in many cases, 8 to 10, some spanning over 2 pages with dimensions of 22 x 14.8 inches – a truly remarkable feat. These lithographs, although not individually numbered or signed, were affordably priced, making them accessible to the masses.
Sadly, the series ceased publication in the early 1980s. However, during its time, it provided artists with the opportunity to showcase their work for the masses. At www.ftn-books.com, a selection of these iconic titles is still available. Included are volumes featuring works by Calder, Braque, and Miro. I highly recommend these beautifully crafted books that offer a glimpse into the historic DERRIERE LE MIROIR series.
www.ftn-books.com has some great volumes from the last 5 decades by DLM
