The Flame Still Dances on Leo's Book (from the Leo Castelli 90th Birthday portfolio)
1997
This 1997 lithograph celebrates Leo Castelli's 90th birthday as part of a commemorative portfolio honoring the influential gallery owner. Rosenquist's contribution features the image of a flame that continues to dance above Leo's book, serving as a metaphor for enduring creativity and passion. The work is printed in colors on Arches Cover paper, providing a distinguished presentation befitting the tribute. The flame imagery suggests vitality and intellectual fervor, connecting Castelli's long career to the metaphor of burning inspiration. The lithographic medium allows for rich color saturation and refined detail in depicting this celebratory subject.
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- lithograph in colors on Arches Cover
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Notes
Signed, titled, dated and numbered to lower edge ‘LXX/XC The Flame Still Dances on Leo's Book James Rosenquist 1997’ with printer's blindstamp. This work is artist's proof 70 of 90 apart from the edition of 90 printed by Universal Limited Art Editions, Inc., West Islip and Bay Shore, NY and published by Jean-Christophe Castelli, New York. Provenance: Private Collection | Los Angeles Modern Auctions, Los Angeles, Prints & Multiples, 15 May 2024, Lot 364 | Private Collection
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Editions & Works on Paper
April 16, 2026
Estimate: $800 – $1,200
Lot 209
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