André Butzer (1973) - Fantawelt
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André Butzer, Fantawelt, a 2004 pencil drawing on paper measuring 20.6 by 14.9 cm, titled and framed, with verso signature and date, in good condition, from Germany, original edition.
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André Butzer (1973), Fantawelt, 2004.
Pencil drawing on paper, 20.6 x 14.9 cm, titled and framed. Verso signed and dated "10.6.04"
Provenance: Gift from the artist to the current owner, Berlin.
Biography
André Butzer (born 1973 in Stuttgart) is one of the most influential contemporary German artists. His works move between abstraction and figuration, where he has developed a distinctive visual language characterized by expressive colors, strong contrasts and iconic figures. He is particularly known for his so-called "Fantawelt", a universe he created in which art history, pop culture and utopian visions merge. Characteristic of this world are his "NASAHEIM" figures, distorted cartoon-like beings with oversized eyes and minimalist forms, reminiscent of comics and expressionism.
Butzer's Fantawelt reflects a blend of consumer culture, German history and utopian concepts – a place that oscillates between dream and nightmare. The color Fanta orange plays a central role and symbolizes both childlike joy and artificiality, which underscores Butzer's profound engagement with painting and society. His works are exhibited internationally and are represented in renowned collections.
André Butzer (1973), Fantawelt, 2004.
Pencil drawing on paper, 20.6 x 14.9 cm, titled and framed. Verso signed and dated "10.6.04"
Provenance: Gift from the artist to the current owner, Berlin.
Biography
André Butzer (born 1973 in Stuttgart) is one of the most influential contemporary German artists. His works move between abstraction and figuration, where he has developed a distinctive visual language characterized by expressive colors, strong contrasts and iconic figures. He is particularly known for his so-called "Fantawelt", a universe he created in which art history, pop culture and utopian visions merge. Characteristic of this world are his "NASAHEIM" figures, distorted cartoon-like beings with oversized eyes and minimalist forms, reminiscent of comics and expressionism.
Butzer's Fantawelt reflects a blend of consumer culture, German history and utopian concepts – a place that oscillates between dream and nightmare. The color Fanta orange plays a central role and symbolizes both childlike joy and artificiality, which underscores Butzer's profound engagement with painting and society. His works are exhibited internationally and are represented in renowned collections.
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Artist
André Butzer (1973)
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Edition
Original
Title of artwork
Fantawelt
Technique
Pencil drawing
Signature
Hand signed
Country of origin
Germany
Year
2004
Condition
Good condition
Height
20.6 cm
Width
14.9 cm
Style
Abstract
Period
2000-2010
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