Red Moon, Black Sun

Alexander Calder (1898 – 1976, American) “Moon and Sun” (1968) also known as “Red Sun” and “Red Moon & Black Sun”. Lithograph in color, signed and dated in the plate by the artist. The image measures 24.5 x 35 inches, and with the frame, it is 26 x 36.5 inches. Published by the Collector’s Guild, NY. This whimsical image depicts a brightly shining, smiling sun and a red circular moon. Calder is best known for mobiles and sculptures but also created bold, primary colored lithographs often using the sun and moon motif.