Horst Janssen (1929–1995) - Huberbrief 7
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Horst Janssen's lithograph Huberbrief 7, created in 1981, a limited edition portrait in lithography on Blüttenpapier, signed by Janssen in the lower right and monogrammed on the printing stone, with a 50 × 35 cm sheet size and excellent condition.
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This artwork is the lithograph "Huberbrief 7" by the prominent German graphic artist Horst Janssen (1929–1995).
Details about the artwork:
- Year of creation: 1981
- Technique: Lithography / Offset on Blüttenpapier
- Sheet size: 50 x 35 cm / Motif approx.: 40 x 28 cm
- Signatures: It is hand-signed at the bottom right by Janssen and also monogrammed on the printing stone
Background: At the top there is a humorous, caricature-like scene showing an artist at the easel in an intense dialogue or dispute with another person (art critic or collector).
Who was Horst Janssen?
Life: Born 1929 in Hamburg-Wandsbek, died 1995 in Hamburg. He is regarded as one of the most outstanding, most productive, and most independent German draftsmen and graphic artists of the 20th century.
Education: He studied from 1946 to 1951 at the Hamburg State Art School under Alfred Mahlau, who recognized his talent early and significantly supported him.
Significance: Unlike many artists, drawing for Janssen was not merely a preparation for paintings, but the independent main work in itself. He decisively shaped the Hamburg art scene from the 1960s onward.
This artwork is the lithograph "Huberbrief 7" by the prominent German graphic artist Horst Janssen (1929–1995).
Details about the artwork:
- Year of creation: 1981
- Technique: Lithography / Offset on Blüttenpapier
- Sheet size: 50 x 35 cm / Motif approx.: 40 x 28 cm
- Signatures: It is hand-signed at the bottom right by Janssen and also monogrammed on the printing stone
Background: At the top there is a humorous, caricature-like scene showing an artist at the easel in an intense dialogue or dispute with another person (art critic or collector).
Who was Horst Janssen?
Life: Born 1929 in Hamburg-Wandsbek, died 1995 in Hamburg. He is regarded as one of the most outstanding, most productive, and most independent German draftsmen and graphic artists of the 20th century.
Education: He studied from 1946 to 1951 at the Hamburg State Art School under Alfred Mahlau, who recognized his talent early and significantly supported him.
Significance: Unlike many artists, drawing for Janssen was not merely a preparation for paintings, but the independent main work in itself. He decisively shaped the Hamburg art scene from the 1960s onward.
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Artist
Horst Janssen (1929–1995)
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Owner or reseller
Edition
Limited edition
Title of artwork
Huberbrief 7
Technique
Lithograph
Signature
Hand signed
Country of origin
Germany
Year
1981
Condition
Excellent condition
Height
50 cm
Width
35 cm
Weight
150 g
Depiction/theme
Portrait
Style
Art Deco
Period
1980-1990
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