MARINO MARINI Cheval et Cavalier, 1963

This lithograph, titled Cheval et Cavalier (Horse and Rider), is an iconic work by Marino Marini, featured as a published book plate in the prestigious XXe Siècle No. 21 (1963). Known for his profound exploration of the horse-and-rider motif, Marini captures the intense and symbolic relationship between man and animal.

The composition features the bold, gestural outlines of a horse and rider, rendered in Marini’s signature expressionist style, with thick, assertive strokes and a vivid red background that adds emotional intensity. His use of simple yet commanding lines evokes primal energy and timeless mythological themes.

This lithograph was printed by the renowned Mourlot Press in Paris, a studio known for its collaborations with modern masters such as Picasso, Matisse, and Chagall. As part of XXe Siècle No. 21, this work reflects the journal’s dedication to showcasing the most innovative and influential artists of the 20th century.

Cheval et Cavalier embodies Marini’s enduring exploration of human struggle, balance, and transformation, themes that define much of his sculptural and graphic work. As a collectible lithograph from a pivotal period of his career, it holds significant value for collectors of modern art, lithographs, and works associated with XXe Siècle.