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Painter, Sculptor, b. 1915 - d. 2005

André François (9 November 1915 – 11 April 2005), born André Farkas, was a Hungarian-born French cartoonist.

He was born to an Hungarian family in Temesvár, Austria-Hungary (now Timi?oara, Romania), He studied at the Academy of Fine Arts in Budapest (1932–33). He moved to Paris in 1934 and entered to the atelier of the famous poster artist Adolphe Cassandre (1935–36). He became a French citizen in 1939.

He worked as a painter, sculptor and graphic designer, but is best remembered for his cartoons, whose subtle humor and wide influence bear comparison to those of Saul Steinberg. François initially worked for French leftist newspapers (Le Nouvel Observateur) and illustrated books by authors such as Jacques Prévert, but gradually reached a larger audience, publishing in leading magazines of the United Kingdom (Punch) and the United States (The New Yorker). He also did a masterpiece cover illustration of the 1965 UK Penguin paperback edition of Lord of the Flies. He became a close friend and collaborator of Ronald Searle. He was member of Alliance Graphique Internationale.

He died in his home in Grisy-les-Plâtres, in the Val-d'Oise département.

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        • André FRANÇOIS (1915-2005) pour TELERAMA
          Jul. 07, 2024

          André FRANÇOIS (1915-2005) pour TELERAMA

          Est: €100 - €150

          "Le Télégobeur", "Le Téléronfleur", "La Télénourrice", "Lu Musignoreur", "Le Cinéphage", "La Téleindigestion", "Le Radio-directeur Porte-folio 7 lithographies monogrammées dans la planche 350 exemplaires Numéroté Signé 68 x 48 cm

          Icon Auction
        • FRANÇOIS André. BORIS VIAN LE 15 DECEMBRE 1999..., 1958.
          May. 30, 2024

          FRANÇOIS André. BORIS VIAN LE 15 DECEMBRE 1999..., 1958.

          Est: €600 - €900

          India ink and red ink. 345 x 365 mm. "View of Engineer General Boris Vian after exemption View of the Arc de Triomphe Solarium de l'Étoile Arc de Triomphe swimming pool Tourism and broadcasting"

          Librairie - Galerie des Eléphants
        • FRANÇOIS André. BORIS VIAN LE 15 DECEMBRE 1999..., 1958.
          May. 30, 2024

          FRANÇOIS André. BORIS VIAN LE 15 DECEMBRE 1999..., 1958.

          Est: €600 - €900

          India ink, red ink and gouache. 330 x 420 mm. This unpublished drawing, as well as the following one, are draft illustrations for Boris Vian's short story "Paris, December 15, 1999...". published in October 1958 in Actualité Littéraire, with a drawing by by André François, as well as a map of Paris redesigned by engineer Boris Vian, commissioner of the Cité à Zéphyrin B7-239. "Ingénieur Boris Vian, Commissaire Général de la Cité on December 15 1999 in Paris. Seine Prefecture André François Document concerning snowfall and order to to one of the snowplows".

          Librairie - Galerie des Eléphants
        • Observateur : Three Posters. 1972.
          Nov. 12, 2023

          Observateur : Three Posters. 1972.

          Est: $1,000 - $1,200

          ARTIST: ANDRÉ FRANÇOIS (1915-2005) SIZE: Each: 11 3/4 x 15 3/4 in./30 x 40 cm PRINTER: DESCRIPTION: Founded in 1950, Le Nouvel Observateur (today titled L’Obs) is one of the three biggest French news magazines. François created these three humorous designs which posit that anyone—or anything—can become a media connoisseur with the right pair of reading glasses. “A rich material [and] a generous line characterize his creations where characters and animals embody the subtle humor of their creator: no garish colors, no catchy images but real ideas and a poetic universe” (Encyclopédie/Weill, p. 117). (3) (Modern; Literary; Animals; Dogs)

          Poster Auctions International Inc
        • Advertising Poster Citroen ID 19 Fish
          Jul. 30, 2022

          Advertising Poster Citroen ID 19 Fish

          Est: £240 - £480

          Original vintage advertising poster for Citroen Hydropneumatique DS ID19 featuring a great illustration by Andre Francois (1915 - 2005) of a smiling blue and green scaled fish walking with bird-like feet. The Citroen DS is a front-engine, front-wheel-drive executive car that was manufactured and marketed by the French company Citroen from 1955 to 1975 in sedan, wagon/estate and convertible body styles. Good condition, creasing, small tears. Country of issue: France, designer: Andre Francois, size (cm): 90x62, year of printing: 1963.

          Antikbar Original Vintage Posters
        • ANDRE FRANCOIS FEMALE PORTRAIT WATERCOLOR & INK
          Nov. 07, 2021

          ANDRE FRANCOIS FEMALE PORTRAIT WATERCOLOR & INK

          Est: -

          Andre (Farkas) Francois (1915 - 2005) Female Portrait Watercolor & Ink. Artist hand signed along with the inscription Paris on the top left corner. From the 1950's through the 80's, Mr. François's work appeared frequently in leading French satiric magazines and in popular American publications such as The New Yorker, Holiday, Vogue and Sports Illustrated, as well as in children's and adult illustrated books and advertising posters. Artist: Andre Francois Title: Female Portrait Medium: Watercolor & Ink Signature Type: Hand Signed Signature Location: Lower Right Site Measurement: 20.5x14.5 in.; Ref: BD1492

          Bradford's
        • Lot of 3 Vintage Paintings, Andre Francois
          Sep. 12, 2021

          Lot of 3 Vintage Paintings, Andre Francois

          Est: $200 - $300

          Lot of 3 Vintage Mixed Media on Paper Paintings. Andre (Farkas) Francois, French (1915-2005). All Signed & Framed. Condition: Generally Good Condition. One Glass Missing. Dimensions: Largest Sight: 24" x 18". Frame: 27" x 21". Provenance: From a South Shore Long Island NY Home. Please note the absence of a condition report does not imply that there are no condition issues with this lot. Please contact us for a detailed condition report.

          World Auction Gallery
        • Advertising Poster Citroen Hydropneumatique DS ID19 Duck Fish Design
          Sep. 04, 2021

          Advertising Poster Citroen Hydropneumatique DS ID19 Duck Fish Design

          Est: £120 - £240

          Original vintage car advertising poster for Citroen Hydropneumatique DS ID19 featuring a fun and colourful illustration by the notable cartoonist and graphic designer Andre Francois (Andre Farkas; 1915-2005). The neck and head of a black duck is joined to a fish with black and brown scales. Text is in French below the image. The Citroen DS is a front-engine, front-wheel-drive executive car that was manufactured and marketed by the French company Citroen from 1955 to 1975 in sedan, wagon/estate and convertible body styles. ounded in 1919, the French automobile company manufactured the Citroen DS executive car model from 1955-1975 and the ID submodel from 1957-1969 (in French DS / Deesse sounds like Goddess and ID / Idee sounds like Idea). Good condition, creasing, tears, stain on top right corner. Country of issue: France, designer: Andre Francois, size (cm): 90x92, year of printing: 1963

          Antikbar Original Vintage Posters
        • Original Advertising Poster Citroen Hydropneumatique DS ID19 Angel Mermaid
          Aug. 01, 2020

          Original Advertising Poster Citroen Hydropneumatique DS ID19 Angel Mermaid

          Est: £60 - £120

          Original vintage advertising poster for Citroen Hydropneumatique DS ID19 featuring a great illustration by Andre Francois (1915 - 2005) of a smiling blue and green scaled mermaid with angel wings and a halo. The Citroen DS is a front-engine, front-wheel-drive executive car that was manufactured and marketed by the French company Citroen from 1955 to 1975 in sedan, wagon/estate and convertible body styles. Good condition, staining, creasing, tears. Country of issue: France, designer: Andre Francois , size (cm): 90x62, year of printing: 1963

          Antikbar Original Vintage Posters
        • Original Advertising Poster Citroen Hydropneumatique DS ID19 Fish
          Aug. 01, 2020

          Original Advertising Poster Citroen Hydropneumatique DS ID19 Fish

          Est: £60 - £120

          Original vintage advertising poster for Citroen Hydropneumatique DS ID19 featuring a great illustration by Andre Francois (1915 - 2005) of a smiling blue and green scaled fish walking with bird-like feet. The Citroen DS is a front-engine, front-wheel-drive executive car that was manufactured and marketed by the French company Citroen from 1955 to 1975 in sedan, wagon/estate and convertible body styles. Good condition, staining, creasing, tears. Country of issue: France, designer: Andre Francois , size (cm): 90x62, year of printing: 1963

          Antikbar Original Vintage Posters
        • ANDRÉ FRANÇOIS (1915-2005). KODAK / POUR LA PHOTO EN COULEURS. 1957. 50x35 inches, 127x90 cm. Wolfsberg, Zurich.
          Jun. 18, 2020

          ANDRÉ FRANÇOIS (1915-2005). KODAK / POUR LA PHOTO EN COULEURS. 1957. 50x35 inches, 127x90 cm. Wolfsberg, Zurich.

          Est: $700 - $1,000

          ANDRÉ FRANÇOIS (1915-2005) KODAK / POUR LA PHOTO EN COULEURS. 1957. 50 1/4x35 1/2 inches, 127 1/2x90 1/4 cm. Wolfsberg, Zurich. Condition A-: small replaced loss at upper left edge; minor restoration and darkening at edges. Born André Farkas in a province that is now Romania, François made his name as a children's book illustrator in France and the U.S. Beginning in the 1950s, he created illustrations for adult publications, and became famous for his posters advertising companies such as Kodak, Citroën and Gilette. His designs for magazines such as The New Yorker, Graphics and Punch, and work with various newspapers brought him international recognition. François' playful, sketchy, and clever style is apparent in this Kodak ad for color photography. Graphis 76, March 1 1958, p. 23.

          Swann Auction Galleries
        • Andre Francois, 1915-2005 Oil, Mid-Century
          Jan. 02, 2020

          Andre Francois, 1915-2005 Oil, Mid-Century

          Est: $500 - $1,000

          "Illustrator, cartoonist, and author. Francois was an innovative cartoonist and children's book illustrator whose often-satiric style inspired other artists to diverge from the dominant realism of the 1950s." Fantastic portrayal of a young man with a Cello.  There is a French Newsprint within the art; decoupage application.  Signed on the upper right.  Whimsical feel. Orange matting and black frame. Frame is 21"x29" with the image approximately 14.75"x22". The frame has some chips and scratches but the piece displays character and is in overall good condition.   

          Rapid Estate Liquidators and Auction Gallery
        • Andre Francois, 1915-2005 Oil, Mid-Century
          Dec. 11, 2019

          Andre Francois, 1915-2005 Oil, Mid-Century

          Est: $500 - $1,000

          "Illustrator, cartoonist, and author. Francois was an innovative cartoonist and children's book illustrator whose often-satiric style inspired other artists to diverge from the dominant realism of the 1950s." Fantastic portrayal of a young man with a Cello.  There is a French Newsprint within the art; decoupage application.  Signed on the upper right.  Whimsical feel. Orange matting and black frame. Frame is 21"x29" with the image approximately 14.75"x22". The frame has some chips and scratches but the piece displays character and is in overall good condition.   

          Rapid Estate Liquidators and Auction Gallery
        • Andre Francois, 1915-2005 Oil, Mid-Century
          Nov. 13, 2019

          Andre Francois, 1915-2005 Oil, Mid-Century

          Est: $500 - $1,000

          "Illustrator, cartoonist, and author. Francois was an innovative cartoonist and children's book illustrator whose often-satiric style inspired other artists to diverge from the dominant realism of the 1950s." Fantastic portrayal of a young man with a Cello.  There is a French Newsprint within the art; decoupage application.  Signed on the upper right.  Whimsical feel. Orange matting and black frame. Frame is 21"x29" with the image approximately 14.75"x22". The frame has some chips and scratches but the piece displays character and is in overall good condition.   

          Rapid Estate Liquidators and Auction Gallery
        • Andre Francois, 1915-2005 Oil, Mid-Century
          Oct. 30, 2019

          Andre Francois, 1915-2005 Oil, Mid-Century

          Est: $500 - $1,000

          "Illustrator, cartoonist, and author. Francois was an innovative cartoonist and children's book illustrator whose often-satiric style inspired other artists to diverge from the dominant realism of the 1950s." Fantastic portrayal of a young man with a Cello.  There is a French Newsprint within the art; decoupage application.  Signed on the upper right.  Whimsical feel. Orange matting and black frame. Frame is 21"x29" with the image approximately 14.75"x22". The frame has some chips and scratches but the piece displays character and is in overall good condition.   

          Rapid Estate Liquidators and Auction Gallery
        • Andre Francois, 1915-2005 Oil, Mid-Century
          Oct. 09, 2019

          Andre Francois, 1915-2005 Oil, Mid-Century

          Est: $500 - $1,000

          "Illustrator, cartoonist, and author. Francois was an innovative cartoonist and children's book illustrator whose often-satiric style inspired other artists to diverge from the dominant realism of the 1950s." Fantastic portrayal of a young man with a Cello.  There is a French Newsprint within the art; decoupage application.  Signed on the upper right.  Whimsical feel. Orange matting and black frame. Frame is 21"x29" with the image approximately 14.75"x22". The frame has some chips and scratches but the piece displays character and is in overall good condition.   

          Rapid Estate Liquidators and Auction Gallery
        • ANDRE FRANCOIS FRENCH 1915-2005
          Jun. 08, 2019

          ANDRE FRANCOIS FRENCH 1915-2005

          Est: $800 - $1,200

          Young Blonde With a Blue Dress, collage, oil and newspaper, 24 x 18 in (61 x 45.7 cm), signed upper right

          Trinity International Auctions & Appraisals, LLC
        • ANDRE FRANCOIS FRENCH 1915-2005
          Jun. 08, 2019

          ANDRE FRANCOIS FRENCH 1915-2005

          Est: $800 - $1,200

          Young Girl With a Bowl of Flowers, collage, oil and newspaper, 24 x 18 in (61 x 45.7 cm), signed upper left

          Trinity International Auctions & Appraisals, LLC
        • ANDRE FRANCOIS FRENCH 1915-2005
          Jun. 08, 2019

          ANDRE FRANCOIS FRENCH 1915-2005

          Est: $800 - $1,200

          Young Girl Holding a Doll (Paris), collage, oil and newspaper, 24 x 18 in (61 x 45.7 cm), signed upper left

          Trinity International Auctions & Appraisals, LLC
        • ANDRE FRANCOIS FRENCH 1915-2005
          Jun. 08, 2019

          ANDRE FRANCOIS FRENCH 1915-2005

          Est: $800 - $1,200

          Young Girl with a Newspaper, (Paris), collage, oil and newspaper, 24 x 18 in (61 x 45.7 cm), signed lower right

          Trinity International Auctions & Appraisals, LLC
        • Engraving: Lithograph color by FRANCOIS André
          Mar. 26, 2017

          Engraving: Lithograph color by FRANCOIS André

          Est: €100 - €150

          Estampe: Litho couleur -Bon à tirer- de *FRANCOIS A.* (André) (1915. 2005) 56x46cm cadre sous verre Engraving: Lithograph color by FRANCOIS André

          Monsantic.com
        • André FRANCOIS ( 1915-2004) "Citroën- Pavillon de Marsan" Affic
          Oct. 15, 2016

          André FRANCOIS ( 1915-2004) "Citroën- Pavillon de Marsan" Affic

          Est: €100 - €150

          André FRANCOIS ( 1915-2004) "Citroën- Pavillon de Marsan" Affiche publicitaire signée André François en haut à gauche. "Citroën Art graphiques et publicité- Pavillon de Marsan", affiche éditée en 1965 à l'occasion d'une exposition monographique organisée par le musée des Arts décoratifs. Affiche qui reprend l'un des plus célèbre visuels de la campagne DS Citroën: un poisson suspendu à un ballon. 70 x 50 cm. Bibliographie: Citroën 80 ans de Pub et toujours 20 ans" de J. Séguéla, édition Hoëbeke, reproduite page 114.

          Osenat
        • Poster by André Francois - La rose blanche
          Jun. 13, 2015

          Poster by André Francois - La rose blanche

          Est: €60 - €120

          La rose blanche - 44x59, 1981 by André Francois (1915-2005)

          Van Sabben Poster Auctions
        • ANDRÉ FRANÇOIS (1915-2005). CITROËN 2CV. 1972. 30x50 inches, 77x127 cm. Delpire Advico, Paris.
          May. 07, 2015

          ANDRÉ FRANÇOIS (1915-2005). CITROËN 2CV. 1972. 30x50 inches, 77x127 cm. Delpire Advico, Paris.

          Est: $3,000 - $4,000

          ANDRÉ FRANÇOIS (1915-2005) CITROËN 2CV. 1972. 30 1/2x50 inches, 77 1/2x127 cm. Delpire Advico, Paris. Condition B+: restored losses, repaired tears, creases and overpainting in margins and image; repaired tear in upper left corner. Andre Francois p. 91, Francois / Forney p. 91, Citroen p. 117, Affiches Automobiles p. 75.

          Swann Auction Galleries
        • Raoul François Larche, 1860 Saint-André-de-Cubzac - 1912 Paris
          Sep. 20, 2013

          Raoul François Larche, 1860 Saint-André-de-Cubzac - 1912 Paris

          Est: €1,500 - €2,500

          BÜSTE "DER ZWÖLFJÄHRIGE JESUS IM TEMPEL", UM 1900. Höhe: 38 cm. Auf der linken Schulter signiert, auf der Rückseite Gießereistempel und nummeriert. Bronze, gold- und rotfarben patiniert. Die Büste des jungen Jesus mit leicht nach rechts gewendetem Haupt ist ganz der lyrischen Stimmung des Jugendstils verpflichtet und erscheint dadurch stärker dekorativ denn religiös. Mit der Ganzfigur in Marmor war der Künstler auf der Weltausstellung 1900 in Paris vertreten und sehr erfolgreich. Die Ausführungen der Büste in Bronze sind unmittelbar danach entstanden. Literatur: Ursula Heiderich, Katalog der Skulpturen in der Kunsthalle Bremen, Bremen, 1995, S. 289 - 290. (941803)

          Hampel Fine Art Auctions
        • *André Francois (1915-2005) pen and ink
          Jun. 19, 2013

          *André Francois (1915-2005) pen and ink

          Est: £80 - £120

          *André Francois (1915-2005) pen and ink illustration of two birds, one a photographer, signed with initials, 24.5cm x 31.5cm together with the original Christmas card signed by Roger Wood, also a coloured etching Christmas card signed from Francois 1953 (3)

          Reeman Dansie
        • [CITROËN]. André FRANÇOIS (né en 1915).
          May. 25, 2013

          [CITROËN]. André FRANÇOIS (né en 1915).

          Est: €300 - €400

          [CITROËN]. André FRANÇOIS (né en 1915). 2 affiches publicitaires pour les voitures Citroën DS et ID-19. 1963. Photolithographies, 90 x 62. Delpire-publicité, Paris. En belle condition (petite pliure dans le bas de la seconde). Sujets : ange-poisson et poisson sur pattes. André François a été l'objet d'expositions personnelles au Musée Saint-Georges à Liège en 1977, et aux Musées Royaux des Beaux-Arts de Bruxelles en 1978.

          Lhomme
        • André FRANCOIS (1915-2005) "Maquette pour la
          Apr. 11, 2013

          André FRANCOIS (1915-2005) "Maquette pour la

          Est: €150 - €200

          André FRANCOIS (1915-2005) "Maquette pour la couverture des «Nouvelles de l?estampe n°100», 1988. Gouache et crayon gras. Monogrammé en bas à droite. Signé sur un collage en haut à gauche. 32 x 50 cm "

          Ader
        • André FRANÇOIS (1915-2005) Façade d'une ambassade,
          Feb. 28, 2013

          André FRANÇOIS (1915-2005) Façade d'une ambassade,

          Est: €1,500 - €2,000

          André FRANÇOIS (1915-2005) Façade d'une ambassade, chambre, kiosque de jardin en bord de mer, bureau de ministre, terrasse donnant sur un temple antique, deux salons.On joint 3 maquettes de...

          Ader
        • André Francois (1915-2005)
          Mar. 31, 2012

          André Francois (1915-2005)

          Est: €100 - €170

          André Francois (1915-2005): Ohne Titel (1975). Etching on hand-made paper. Signed. Numbered 40/100. Sheet of a portofolio Bonjour Max Ernst. Sheet: 50,2 x 66,0 cm. Verso with few traces of use. Measures: 37,7 × 49,5 cm. André Francois (1915-2005): Ohne Titel (1975). Signiert. Nummeriert 40/100. Blatt aus der Mappe Bonjour Max Ernst. Blattgröße: 50,2 x 66,0 cm. Verso Lagerspur, diese auf der Vorderseite nicht sichtbar. Kaum merkliche Blattdellen. Farbradierung auf Arches Bütten. Measures: 37,7 × 49,5 cm.

          Doebele Kunstauktionen
        • ANDRE FRANCOIS (1915-2004)
          Sep. 27, 2011

          ANDRE FRANCOIS (1915-2004)

          Est: €700 - €1,000

          ANDRE FRANCOIS (1915-2004) Il n'y a pas que les papillons de nuit qui voyagent en Wagons-Lits signé et titré 'André François : "Il n'y a pas que les papillons de nuit qui voyagent en Wagons-Lits"' (le long du bord gauche) pastel sur papier 92 x 62 cm. (36¼ x 24 3/8 in.)

          Christie's
        • André François (Romanian, 1915-2005) "Devils,"
          Jun. 22, 2011

          André François (Romanian, 1915-2005) "Devils,"

          Est: $1,200 - $1,500

          "Devils," illustration for Holiday, c.1954. Signed lower right. Ink and watercolor. 9.7 x 14.8cm (3 13/16 x 5 13/16in). Matted.

          Bonhams
        • FRANCOIS André. (1915-2005. André Farkas dit) « Un
          Apr. 12, 2010

          FRANCOIS André. (1915-2005. André Farkas dit) « Un

          Est: - €150

          FRANCOIS André. (1915-2005. André Farkas dit) « Un petit Air de Paris ». Encre de Chine noire pour un dessin daté de 1940. Format 31 x26 cm. Signé.

          Neret-Minet
        • Poster by André Francois - Citroën 2CV
          Jun. 06, 2009

          Poster by André Francois - Citroën 2CV

          Est: €250 - €500

          Citroën 2CV - 128x91, 1972 by André Francois (1915-2005)

          Van Sabben Poster Auctions
        • Poster by André Francois - Publiciteit van een onderneming Citroën
          Jun. 06, 2009

          Poster by André Francois - Publiciteit van een onderneming Citroën

          Est: €50 - €80

          Publiciteit van een onderneming Citroën - 63,5x95,1966 by André Francois (1915-2005

          Van Sabben Poster Auctions
        • André FRANCOIS (1915 - 2005) COUPLE, 1973 Pastel gras de couleurs sur papier sur boise4...
          Feb. 18, 2008

          André FRANCOIS (1915 - 2005) COUPLE, 1973 Pastel gras de couleurs sur papier sur boise4...

          Est: €1,000 - €1,300

          Artcurial
        • François André (1915-2005) Citroën 2CV 128x91,
          Dec. 02, 2007

          François André (1915-2005) Citroën 2CV 128x91,

          Est: €350 - €750

          François André (1915-2005) Citroën 2CV 128x91, 1972, pr./ed. Delpire Advico, France

          Van Sabben Auctions
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