Charles Bert (1873-?) - Abstract composition I

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Abstract composition I is an original 1930s American mixed media artwork by Charles Bert, measuring 29.7 cm high by 19.8 cm wide, signed by hand and in good condition, depicting a portrait in an abstract style.

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Description from the seller

Abstract avant-garde composition created in 1935 by American artist Charles Bert (born 1873 Milwaukee - died in Lyme, Connecticut, USA). Pupil of Cincinnati Art Gall. , Art League in New York and Academy Julian in Paris. Similar kompositon by Bert was sold by Dobiaschofsky Auctionhouse (Switzerland) on 5.11.1999, Lot 345.

Literature: Hans Vollmer "Artist Lexicon of 20 century"(in german), Seemann, Leipzig, 1953

Provenance : French private collection.

Inscription: signed Bert lower right.

Technique: Gouache on card board, unframed.

Measurements: w 7 3/4” x h 11 3/4“ (19,8 x 29,7 cm)

Condition: fair original condition, wear consistent with age and use.

Seller's Story

Fine Art Gallery "ALTE KUNST", the member of CINOA (International Confederation of Art and Antique Dealers Associations), associated member of Sotheby's. Alte Kunst specializes in buying and selling East and West European Art from the 17th to the middle of 20th centuries by international and local known artists. We have long years of experience selling artworks to major public museums and international private collectors. With a large private client base and bright specialization we offer a warm and correct environment for you to buy and sell fine art in our gallery in the heart of old Vienna
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Abstract avant-garde composition created in 1935 by American artist Charles Bert (born 1873 Milwaukee - died in Lyme, Connecticut, USA). Pupil of Cincinnati Art Gall. , Art League in New York and Academy Julian in Paris. Similar kompositon by Bert was sold by Dobiaschofsky Auctionhouse (Switzerland) on 5.11.1999, Lot 345.

Literature: Hans Vollmer "Artist Lexicon of 20 century"(in german), Seemann, Leipzig, 1953

Provenance : French private collection.

Inscription: signed Bert lower right.

Technique: Gouache on card board, unframed.

Measurements: w 7 3/4” x h 11 3/4“ (19,8 x 29,7 cm)

Condition: fair original condition, wear consistent with age and use.

Seller's Story

Fine Art Gallery "ALTE KUNST", the member of CINOA (International Confederation of Art and Antique Dealers Associations), associated member of Sotheby's. Alte Kunst specializes in buying and selling East and West European Art from the 17th to the middle of 20th centuries by international and local known artists. We have long years of experience selling artworks to major public museums and international private collectors. With a large private client base and bright specialization we offer a warm and correct environment for you to buy and sell fine art in our gallery in the heart of old Vienna
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Details

Artist
Charles Bert (1873-?)
Sold by
Gallery
Edition
Original
Title of artwork
Abstract composition I
Technique
Mixed media
Signature
Hand signed
Country of Origin
United States
Condition
Good condition
Height
29.7 cm
Width
19.8 cm
Weight
0.3 kg
Depiction/Theme
Portrait
Style
Abstract
Period
1930-1940
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Objects sold
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