Christo (1935-2020) - The Mastaba
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Christo’s The Mastaba is a limited edition offset lithograph on wove paper (80 cm x 59 cm), plate signed, from 1986, depicting an architecture theme in a conceptual art style, originating from Bulgaria and in good condition.
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"The Mastaba" by Christo (1977)
Offset lithograph in colors on wove paper
The Mastaba (Project for the United Arab Emirates)
A recurring theme in Christo's work over the years, the oil barrel first appeared as an element in his oeuvre in the late 1950s. The present work, executed at the time of the project's conception in 1977, is a preparatory drawing for what promises to be one of the artist's grandest projects. It illustrates Christo's proposed project for the United Arab Emirates which depicts several hundred thousand oil barrels assembled in form and size reminiscent of the great pyramids of Egypt. Entitled The Mastaba: Project for the United Arab Emirates, the project when realized, will be swathed in bright colours reminiscent of Islamic tile mosaics that interact with the vast surrounding desert environment and reflect different effects of light during the day, resulting in an evolving and interactive visual experience for the viewer.
Dimensions: 80 cm x 59 cm
Year of print: 1986
Print in very good condition for its age. Some light creases are visible (please check the photo).
"The Mastaba" by Christo (1977)
Offset lithograph in colors on wove paper
The Mastaba (Project for the United Arab Emirates)
A recurring theme in Christo's work over the years, the oil barrel first appeared as an element in his oeuvre in the late 1950s. The present work, executed at the time of the project's conception in 1977, is a preparatory drawing for what promises to be one of the artist's grandest projects. It illustrates Christo's proposed project for the United Arab Emirates which depicts several hundred thousand oil barrels assembled in form and size reminiscent of the great pyramids of Egypt. Entitled The Mastaba: Project for the United Arab Emirates, the project when realized, will be swathed in bright colours reminiscent of Islamic tile mosaics that interact with the vast surrounding desert environment and reflect different effects of light during the day, resulting in an evolving and interactive visual experience for the viewer.
Dimensions: 80 cm x 59 cm
Year of print: 1986
Print in very good condition for its age. Some light creases are visible (please check the photo).
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Artist
Christo (1935-2020)
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Edition
Limited edition
Title of artwork
The Mastaba
Technique
Offset print
Signature
Plate signed
Country of origin
Bulgaria
Year
1986
Condition
Good condition
Height
80 cm
Width
59 cm
Weight
700 g
Depiction/theme
Architecture
Style
Conceptual art
Period
1970-1980
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