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This rare piece, numbered 01 out of 100 and hand-signed by the artist, holds both historical and artistic significance as it represents Calder's unique contribution to a renowned Parisian art exhibition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cem\u003eSalon de Mai\u003c\/em\u003e was an annual avant-garde art exhibition established in 1943 in Paris, dedicated to promoting contemporary artists and encouraging innovative artistic dialogue. By the 1960s, it had become a prominent platform for modern art, featuring works by leading figures of the 20th century. For the 1968 edition, Calder's lithograph was chosen as the official artwork, embodying the spirit of creativity, optimism, and abstraction that defined the Salon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe lithograph perfectly showcases Calder’s signature style, characterized by dynamic shapes, vibrant primary colors, and an interplay of lines and balance. 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