Yves Klein – Fire Color - FC 17 (1962)

Louisiana poster with the work, Fire Colour - fc 17 , (1962) by the French artist, Yves Klein, (1928-1962). Klein is one of the great figures in modern art - and represented in the Louisiana collection. Despite his untimely death at the age of 34, Klein became a leading figure in the movement, 'Nouveau réalisme', a pioneer in performance art and a role model for later artistic movements such as 'minimal art' and 'pop art'

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Fire Colour - FC 17 , which is the model for the poster here, is from Klein's last year of life. A few years before, Klein created one of his absolute main works, which is in the museum's collection: Monopink, Monogold, Monoblue (1960): The three, equal-sized - almost - monochromatic paintings in pink, gold and blue, which are often hung as a triptych - one work in three parts - even though they are actually three independent pictures.

Klein became famous for the blue color that has since borne his name: International Klein Blue. Klein tried to patent the binder in the color that allows it to appear with this diffuse infinity, both slightly dusty, intangible - and at the same time precise and strong.

Dimensions: W: 59.4 x H: 71.4 cm

About Louisiana | Louisiana Museum of Modern Art, established in 1958 by Knud W. Jensen, has housed exhibitions with some of the most renowned international artists, presenting an exhibition program that has resonated strongly with the public for over 6 decades.

The museum has earned a reputation as one of the world's most respected exhibition venues, celebrated for its stunning architecture and inviting atmosphere. At Louisiana, there is a deep-rooted belief that art should be accessible to all, offering experiences and visions that resonated with everyone. 

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