Frans Masereel (1889-1972) - Kneeling
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Description from the seller
This is a woodcut from the series Vergeldingen by Frans Masereel, published by Pierre Vorms in Paris. In this series, Masereel responds to the political and social developments in Germany in the early 1930s. With his work, he delivers sharp criticism of the emerging Nazism. After the Nazis seized power in January 1933, his work was banned in Germany: prints were removed from museums and libraries, some works were shown at the exhibition Kulturbolschewistische Bilder in Mannheim, his German publisher Malik Verlag in Berlin was destroyed, and his book Bilder der Großstadt was added to the list of banned books.
In response, Masereel became actively involved in the anti-fascist movement in Paris. He joined the Association des Écrivains et Artistes Révolutionnaires (AEAR) and created various drawings for the International Relief Committee for the victims of Nazism.
Frans Laurent Wilhelmina Adolf Lodewijk Masereel (Blankenberge, July 30, 1889 – Avignon, January 3, 1972) was a Belgian graphic artist, woodcut artist, painter, and draftsman, and is considered one of the most important graphic artists of the twentieth century. In his woodcuts, he expressed his view on and resistance to human foolishness, social injustice, and political oppression. The writer Stefan Zweig succinctly summarized the significance of Masereel's oeuvre:
When everything would come to an end — all books, monuments, photographs, and reports — and only the woodcuts that Masereel created over ten years remained preserved, then only from them could we reconstruct our entire contemporary world.
Dimensions: 30 x 23 cm
Dimensions with frame: 53 x 43 cm
Viewing of the plot is always possible. All contact information can be found on our own website. Art Dumay has an in-house list-making workshop with nearly 100 years of experience. If you're interested, please contact us and we will be happy to assist you.
Seller's Story
Over Art Dumay
Art Dumay in Nuenen is much more than just a gallery. It is a versatile art enterprise that brings together modern and classical art under one roof. From our gallery for contemporary painting and our art dealership with classical works, we are engaged in evaluating, purchasing, and selling art. We do this both directly and through carefully organized art auctions for modern and classical art.
Our selection is broad and varied — from modern Dutch artists to renowned masters from the past.
With more than 25 years of experience, we successfully guide purchase and sale processes for individuals, companies, governments, and institutions.
Art Dumay has an extensive regional, national, and international network of buyers and collectors.
In addition to our sales activities, we also provide professional appraisals, restorations, and repair work in-house. Thanks to our effective auction methodology, we are able to reach a large international audience, while our art collections are safely stored and insured in our 1,000 m² building in Nuenen.
At Art Dumay, expertise, a passion for art, and personal attention are at the core — each day again.
Translated by Google TranslateThis is a woodcut from the series Vergeldingen by Frans Masereel, published by Pierre Vorms in Paris. In this series, Masereel responds to the political and social developments in Germany in the early 1930s. With his work, he delivers sharp criticism of the emerging Nazism. After the Nazis seized power in January 1933, his work was banned in Germany: prints were removed from museums and libraries, some works were shown at the exhibition Kulturbolschewistische Bilder in Mannheim, his German publisher Malik Verlag in Berlin was destroyed, and his book Bilder der Großstadt was added to the list of banned books.
In response, Masereel became actively involved in the anti-fascist movement in Paris. He joined the Association des Écrivains et Artistes Révolutionnaires (AEAR) and created various drawings for the International Relief Committee for the victims of Nazism.
Frans Laurent Wilhelmina Adolf Lodewijk Masereel (Blankenberge, July 30, 1889 – Avignon, January 3, 1972) was a Belgian graphic artist, woodcut artist, painter, and draftsman, and is considered one of the most important graphic artists of the twentieth century. In his woodcuts, he expressed his view on and resistance to human foolishness, social injustice, and political oppression. The writer Stefan Zweig succinctly summarized the significance of Masereel's oeuvre:
When everything would come to an end — all books, monuments, photographs, and reports — and only the woodcuts that Masereel created over ten years remained preserved, then only from them could we reconstruct our entire contemporary world.
Dimensions: 30 x 23 cm
Dimensions with frame: 53 x 43 cm
Viewing of the plot is always possible. All contact information can be found on our own website. Art Dumay has an in-house list-making workshop with nearly 100 years of experience. If you're interested, please contact us and we will be happy to assist you.
Seller's Story
Over Art Dumay
Art Dumay in Nuenen is much more than just a gallery. It is a versatile art enterprise that brings together modern and classical art under one roof. From our gallery for contemporary painting and our art dealership with classical works, we are engaged in evaluating, purchasing, and selling art. We do this both directly and through carefully organized art auctions for modern and classical art.
Our selection is broad and varied — from modern Dutch artists to renowned masters from the past.
With more than 25 years of experience, we successfully guide purchase and sale processes for individuals, companies, governments, and institutions.
Art Dumay has an extensive regional, national, and international network of buyers and collectors.
In addition to our sales activities, we also provide professional appraisals, restorations, and repair work in-house. Thanks to our effective auction methodology, we are able to reach a large international audience, while our art collections are safely stored and insured in our 1,000 m² building in Nuenen.
At Art Dumay, expertise, a passion for art, and personal attention are at the core — each day again.
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Artist
Frans Masereel (1889-1972)
Sold by
Gallery
Edition
Limited edition
Edition number
95/100
Title of artwork
Kneeling
Technique
Woodcut print
Signature
Hand signed
Country of Origin
Belgium
Year
1933
Condition
Good condition
Height
53 cm
Width
43 cm
Period
1930-1940
Sold with frame
Yes
