ADDITION proudly presents four signed serigraphs from Guido Molinari's DIX NOIR BLANC series, produced between 1956-1967. These pivotal works, part of a series of ten housed in the National Gallery of Canada, exemplify Molinari's mastery in monochromatic art and his profound influence on Canadian art history.

Appointed an Officer of the Order of Canada in 1971, Molinari's contributions to the nation are immense. Influenced by Barnett Newman and Jackson Pollock, his involvement in the Plasticiens movement signified a significant shift in Montreal's art scene, transitioning from abstract expressionism to post-painterly abstraction, thus fostering a unique modernist practice distinct from New York’s art scene.

Molinari's career is marked by numerous accolades, including the Jessie Dow award from The Montreal Museum of Fine Arts (1962), The Royal Canadian Academy of Art Award (1965), The Guggenheim Fellowship (1967), The David E. Bright Foundation Award at the 34th Venice Biennale (1968), and the Prix Paul-Émile-Borduas (1980). His global presence is affirmed by his participation in The Responsive Eye at MoMA (1965), the Venice Biennale (1968), and the Paris Biennale (1977).

A revered teacher, Molinari influenced generations of artists during his nearly three-decade tenure at Sir George Williams University and Concordia University, retiring in 1997. His theoretical writings and strong opinions have left a lasting mark on the art community.

Celebrated in the Guggenheim, MoMA, and through retrospectives at the National Gallery of Canada (1976) and the Musée d’art contemporain de Montréal (1995), Molinari's legacy is a testament to his innovative vision and enduring impact.