Anton Lehmden - Vogel und Fisch
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Anton Lehmden — Vogel und Fisch — signed, limited edition etching on paper, 40 × 29 cm (plate 62.2 × 48.3 cm), from 1970–1980, surrealist animal-themed work from Österreich, sold by Galerie, in good condition.
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Anton Lehmden. Nitra, 1929–2018 Vienna.
Bird and Fish. 1972.
Etching on paper.
Lower right hand-signed and dated “Lehmden 72”; in the plate, signed in mirror image. Image size 40 × 29 cm (15.7 × 11.4 in), sheet size 62.2 × 48.3 cm (24.5 × 19 in).
Anton Lehmden is regarded as one of the most important co-founders of the Vienna School of Fantastic Realism and helped shape Austrian post-war modernism with his meticulous drawing technique. His work is characterized by the visionary fusion of landscape, architecture, and organic decay processes.
• Graphic mastery: The present etching impresses with a highly intricate linework and fine hatching, which create an extraordinary sense of depth and dynamism in the contrast between the delicate birds and the massive fish body.
Central motifs of the body of work: The portrayal of birds and marine elements in the tension between becoming and vanishing is a recurring, essential subject in Lehmdens' graphic oeuvre.
• Biographical testimony of the mature phase: Created in 1972, the page documents Lehmdens's artistic peak, in which he perfected his characteristic "Metamorphosis Doctrine" technically and compositionally.
• Iconography & Symbolism: The contrast between the dynamic flight of the birds and the skeletal, static fish body functions as a memento mori and masterfully reflects the fragile balance of natural cycles.
• Condition: In good overall condition; outside of the cutout there are marginal discolorations as well as a minimal wear mark at the lower-right corner of the leaf edge.
• Market exclusivity: Etchings of this quality and format from the artist's main period of creation are highly sought-after collector's items and underscore Lehmdens' undisputed standing in the international auction market.
Seller's Story
Art dealing has been in our family: my grandfather was an art dealer, and my mother is an antique dealer. In 2017, I continued this tradition and founded the Antoni Art Dealership—with the goal of making high-quality European art accessible to a new audience. Since then, we have passionately dedicated ourselves to trading paintings from the 19th century to the present. Our portfolio is complemented by our own gallery for contemporary art, where we present and promote current artistic positions.
Our expertise, cross-generational experience, and a carefully curated selection make us a special address for collectors, art lovers, and the curious.
Translated by Google TranslateAnton Lehmden. Nitra, 1929–2018 Vienna.
Bird and Fish. 1972.
Etching on paper.
Lower right hand-signed and dated “Lehmden 72”; in the plate, signed in mirror image. Image size 40 × 29 cm (15.7 × 11.4 in), sheet size 62.2 × 48.3 cm (24.5 × 19 in).
Anton Lehmden is regarded as one of the most important co-founders of the Vienna School of Fantastic Realism and helped shape Austrian post-war modernism with his meticulous drawing technique. His work is characterized by the visionary fusion of landscape, architecture, and organic decay processes.
• Graphic mastery: The present etching impresses with a highly intricate linework and fine hatching, which create an extraordinary sense of depth and dynamism in the contrast between the delicate birds and the massive fish body.
Central motifs of the body of work: The portrayal of birds and marine elements in the tension between becoming and vanishing is a recurring, essential subject in Lehmdens' graphic oeuvre.
• Biographical testimony of the mature phase: Created in 1972, the page documents Lehmdens's artistic peak, in which he perfected his characteristic "Metamorphosis Doctrine" technically and compositionally.
• Iconography & Symbolism: The contrast between the dynamic flight of the birds and the skeletal, static fish body functions as a memento mori and masterfully reflects the fragile balance of natural cycles.
• Condition: In good overall condition; outside of the cutout there are marginal discolorations as well as a minimal wear mark at the lower-right corner of the leaf edge.
• Market exclusivity: Etchings of this quality and format from the artist's main period of creation are highly sought-after collector's items and underscore Lehmdens' undisputed standing in the international auction market.
Seller's Story
Art dealing has been in our family: my grandfather was an art dealer, and my mother is an antique dealer. In 2017, I continued this tradition and founded the Antoni Art Dealership—with the goal of making high-quality European art accessible to a new audience. Since then, we have passionately dedicated ourselves to trading paintings from the 19th century to the present. Our portfolio is complemented by our own gallery for contemporary art, where we present and promote current artistic positions.
Our expertise, cross-generational experience, and a carefully curated selection make us a special address for collectors, art lovers, and the curious.
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Artist
Anton Lehmden
Sold by
Gallery
Edition
Limited edition
Title of artwork
Vogel und Fisch
Technique
Etching
Signature
Signed
Country of Origin
Austria
Condition
Good condition
Height
40 cm
Width
29 cm
Depiction/Theme
Animals
Style
Surrealism
Period
1970-1980
Sold with frame
No
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