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Karel Appel

Dutch, 1921-2006
Karel Appel was a founding member of COBRA, an art movement originating in Germany that strived to replicate and invoke the child’s approach to art. Within this movement he created abstracted and simplified figures, often monsters and fractured depictions of people.
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$3,680
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Karel Appel Sitting in a Landscape Pencil Signed Limited Edition Lithograph
By Karel Appel
Located in Rochester Hills, MI
Karel Appel Sitting in a Landscape Animals and monsters series Year 1979 Print - Lithograph 22.0'' x 30'' inches Edition: signed in pencil and marked 160/160 Karel Appel is one of t...
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1970s Abstract Expressionist Karel Appel

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Lithograph

L'Âne Trop Paisible Pour Les Enfants Cruels /// Karel Appel Color Woodcut COBRA
By Karel Appel
Located in Saint Augustine, FL
Artist: Karel Appel (Dutch, 1921-2006) Title: "L'Âne Trop Paisible Pour Les Enfants Cruels (A Donkey Too Gentle for the Cruel Children)" (Plate 19) Portfolio: Circus (Volume II) *Si...
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1970s Abstract Expressionist Karel Appel

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Engraving, Woodcut

Karel Appel Looking Around 1971 Signed Limited Edition Lithograph
By Karel Appel
Located in Rochester Hills, MI
Karel Appel Looking Around Signed Limited Edition Lithograph 1971 39.25 x 28.25" inches Signed, marked 12/100 and dated 71 Karel Appel is one of the founding members of the CoBrA ...
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1970s Abstract Expressionist Karel Appel

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Lithograph

BLUE BOY Signed Lithograph, Abstract Figure, Blue Pants, Pink Yellow Stripes
By Karel Appel
Located in Union City, NJ
BLUE BOY is a limited edition lithograph by the Dutch artist Karel Appel, printed using hand lithography techniques on archival Arches paper, 100% acid free. BLUE BOY presents a fant...
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1980s Abstract Karel Appel

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Lithograph

Tibetan Bird From Animals and Monsters Signed Limited Edition Lithograph
By Karel Appel
Located in Rochester Hills, MI
Karel Appel Tibetan Bird Animals and monsters series Print - Lithograph 22.0'' x 30'' inches Year: 1979 Edition: signed in pencil and marked 134/175 Karel Appel is one of the foundi...
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1970s Abstract Expressionist Karel Appel

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Lithograph

NIGHT ANIMAL Signed Lithograph, Abstract Cat, Color Stripes Pink Yellow Red Blue
By Karel Appel
Located in Union City, NJ
NIGHT ANIMAL is an original limited edition lithograph by the Dutch artist Karel Appel on printed using traditional hand lithography techniques on archival printmaking paper, 100% ac...
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1970s Abstract Karel Appel

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Lithograph

Figure Composition, Faces
By Karel Appel
Located in Greenwich, CT
Karel Appel is internationally recognized and collected for this subject matter in particular. Preferable to have the faces, this piece has rich color and presence. Good value and ...
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1970s Abstract Expressionist Karel Appel

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Canvas, Acrylic

ORANGE PERSONAGE Signed Lithograph, Abstract Cat Portrait, Bold Color Collage
By Karel Appel
Located in Union City, NJ
Orange Personage is an original limited edition lithograph by the Dutch artist Karel Appel printed using hand lithography techniques on archival Arches printmaking paper, 100% acid f...
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1980s Abstract Karel Appel

Materials

Lithograph

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Karel Appel Sale Prices

Sold DateSold PriceCategoryMediumCreation Year
2025$1,850More Prints, Abstract PrintsColor Print, Lithograph1979
2025$985Prints and MultiplesLithograph1979
2025$275Figurative Prints, Abstract PrintsLithograph1971
2025$1,100Abstract PrintsLithograph1985
2024$8,800Wall-mounted SculpturesCeramic1976
2024$1,250Figurative Prints, Abstract PrintsLithograph1979
2024$11,500Abstract SculpturesStone1976
$3,680
Average sold price of items in the past 12 months
$275-$11,500
Sold price range of items in the past 12 months

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Find a wide variety of authentic Karel Appel art available for sale on 1stDibs. If you’re browsing the collection of art to introduce a pop of color in a neutral corner of your living room or bedroom, you can find work that includes elements of blue, purple, pink and other colors. You can also browse by medium to find art by Karel Appel in lithograph, screen print, paint and more. Much of the original work by this artist or collective was created during the 20th century and is mostly associated with the abstract style. Not every interior allows for large Karel Appel art, so small editions measuring 12 inches across are available. Customers who are interested in this artist might also find the work of Zao Wou-Ki, Bram Van Velde, and Frank Stella. Karel Appel art prices can differ depending upon medium, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $200 and tops out at $88,000, while the average work can sell for $2,360.
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  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 19, 2025
    Karel Appel is famous for his influence on the world of fine art. He was a founding member of CoBrA, an art movement originating in Germany that strived to replicate and invoke a child’s approach to art. Within this movement, he created abstracted and simplified figures, often monsters and fractured depictions of people. Shop an assortment of Karel Appel art on 1stDibs.

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