Folder with artwork by Alexander Calder made in relation to his book illustrations project in 1963. 'Le Sacrilège d'Alan Kent' (The Sacrilege of Alan Kent) is a book is a story about rebellion against rigid social and religious structures, set in the context of rural Southern life. The 1936 edition of the book was illustrated by Alexander Calder, whose abstract and modernist style complemented Caldwell’s themes of defiance and individuality.

Calder was an American artist best known for his innovative and influential contributions to the world of modern sculpture. In the early 1930s, Calder moved to Paris, where he became deeply involved in the avant-garde art scene. He befriended artists like Piet Mondrian and Joan Miró, who influenced his artistic direction. Calder's art had a profound impact on the development of modern sculpture, and he is often associated with the abstract art movement.

The piece is framed with a hand painted antique frame, with light passepartout, and placed on a black background.

H 38 x W 61 cm.