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Rosat Art
Product description
This ink drawing, dated 1982, consists of several rectangular vignettes containing abstract figures. Here's a detailed description: 1. First vignette (top left): A complex array of intertwined shapes and lines. The motifs appear organic, with shapes that might evoke stylized human figures or natural elements. 2. Second vignette (top center): This section shows several simplified anthropomorphic forms, some with features evoking faces and bodies. They appear to be drawn schematically and deliberately naively. 3. Third vignette (top right): Here we see a dense assemblage of lines and shapes, perhaps an interior or a complex scene, with intersecting and overlapping lines. 4. Fourth vignette (bottom left): This section shows two stylized figures surrounded by curved lines and floral motifs. The figures appear to be interacting. 5. Fifth vignette (bottom center): A combination of geometric shapes and straight lines creates an abstract composition. Lines intersect and intertwine, evoking mechanical or architectural complexity. 6. Sixth vignette (bottom right): Another dense composition with forms that could be interpreted as everyday objects or abstract figures. Text bottom right: The text gives a material context that could be symbolic. It mentions raw and waste wood, specifically "Castanea Mill." and "Quercus L.", from North America and other origins. This could evoke a theme of transformation or recycling, suggesting that raw materials are reassembled to create something new, perhaps reflecting the way the visual elements of the design are assembled. Full name: Hans Epp Date of birth: March 12, 1925 Place of birth: Vienna Date of death: October 18, 1985 Place of death: Zurich, Switzerland Nationality: Austrian-Swiss Dimensions: 37.5cm x 27.5cm Work from 1970 Art movement: Abstract Expressionism, Surrealism Hans Epp was born in Vienna in 1925, at the heart of a tumultuous period in European history. From an early age, Epp showed a remarkable aptitude for drawing and painting, often encouraged by his parents who were themselves passionate art lovers. In 1942, with Europe in the midst of the Second World War, the Epp family emigrated to Switzerland, a neutral country that became their refuge. In Zurich, Hans Epp continued his studies at the School of Fine Arts, where he was influenced by the modern artistic trends that were sweeping the city. Fascinated by the works of masters such as Wassily Kandinsky and Paul Klee, Epp developed a unique style combining abstract expressionism and surrealism. His paintings are characterized by bold geometric shapes, vibrant colors and dreamlike compositions that seem to defy the laws of reality. Hans Epp's career really took off in the 1950s, when he began exhibiting his work in prestigious galleries in Zurich, Paris and Berlin. His exhibitions were enthusiastically received by art critics, who praised his boldness and originality. In 1957, he received the Kandinsky Prize, a major recognition that propelled him onto the international art scene. Epp was not only a painter; he was also a profound thinker and prolific writer. His essays on art and philosophy are published in specialist journals and translated into several languages. He is particularly interested in the relationship between art and the human psyche, exploring how visual forms can express complex emotions and states of mind. In the 1970s, Hans Epp settled in Montreux, on the shores of Lake Geneva, where he continued to paint and teach. He became a mentor figure for a new generation of Swiss and international artists, sharing his ideas and techniques in seminars and workshops. Hans Epp died in Zurich in 1985, leaving behind an impressive artistic legacy. Today, his works are held in museums and private collections around the world, testifying to the lasting impact of his creative genius. His influence continues to be felt, and each new generation of artists finds in Hans Epp's work a source of inspiration and a model of uncompromising creativity. His name remains synonymous with innovation, emotional depth and timeless beauty.
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ConditionVery goodColorsWhite, BlackMaterialPaperNumber of items1OrientationLandscapeArt sizeSmallHeight27 cmWidth37 cm