Heinz Schweizer (1941) - Seltsame Geschichte

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Heinz Schweizer, Seltsame Geschichte, a large 1977 copper print in abstract expressionist style with a multicolour composition (green, red, black) from a 1960–1970 period, 83 × 73 cm, sold with a gilded frame and signed by the artist in a limited edition.

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Size: approx. 73 cm x 86 cm x 3 cm (including frame)

Artist: Heinz Schweizer (born 1941 in Bern)

Year: 1977

Era: Contemporary Art / Modern

Style: Abstract Expressionism / Informel

Material: High-quality copper print / intaglio with colored underpainting on thick paper. Presented behind glass in an elegant, hand-gilded gilder frame.

Condition: Signs of use and patina present, see photos. The noble gold frame has minimal aging marks; the print itself is in a very good, collectible condition.

Description: For sale is an impressive, large-format original copper print by the well-known Swiss artist Heinz Schweizer from 1977. The sheet captivates with Schweizer’s signature highly dynamic and dense line architecture, underlined by organic color accents in green, rust red, and dark tones. Bottom left, the print is handwritten as a rare artist’s proof “X/L” and bears a personal dedication (“for Jörg Krummenacher”). Bottom right, originally signed by the artist. A true highlight for art collectors, perfectly showcased by a master gilder frame.

Size: approx. 73 cm x 86 cm x 3 cm (including frame)

Artist: Heinz Schweizer (born 1941 in Bern)

Year: 1977

Era: Contemporary Art / Modern

Style: Abstract Expressionism / Informel

Material: High-quality copper print / intaglio with colored underpainting on thick paper. Presented behind glass in an elegant, hand-gilded gilder frame.

Condition: Signs of use and patina present, see photos. The noble gold frame has minimal aging marks; the print itself is in a very good, collectible condition.

Description: For sale is an impressive, large-format original copper print by the well-known Swiss artist Heinz Schweizer from 1977. The sheet captivates with Schweizer’s signature highly dynamic and dense line architecture, underlined by organic color accents in green, rust red, and dark tones. Bottom left, the print is handwritten as a rare artist’s proof “X/L” and bears a personal dedication (“for Jörg Krummenacher”). Bottom right, originally signed by the artist. A true highlight for art collectors, perfectly showcased by a master gilder frame.

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Artist
Heinz Schweizer (1941)
Sold with frame
Yes
Sold by
Direct from the artist
Edition
Limited edition
Title of artwork
Seltsame Geschichte
Technique
Mixed technique
Signature
Signed
Country of origin
Switzerland
Year
1977
Condition
Fair condition
Colour
Black, Green, Multicolour, Red
Height
83 cm
Width
73 cm
Depiction/theme
Portrait
Style
Expressionism
Period
1960-1970
GermanyVerified
12
Objects sold
Private

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