Heinz Mack (1931) - Galaxis

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Galaxis, a colour screenprint by Heinz Mack (1973), edition 45/200, signed by hand, in excellent condition, 50 × 59.5 cm, Germany, Op Art.

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From the portfolio: "Galaxis". 1973.
Color serigraphy
dimensions 50 x 60 cm
. Signed, dated and numbered
. Propyläen Verlag Berlin, Vienna (publisher).
Bibliography: Fulda-Kahn 93 II
Heinz Mack (born in Lollar in 1931) is a German artist, pioneer of kinetic art and light art. In 1957 he co-founded with Otto Piene the renowned ZERO movement. Known for his luminous reliefs and monumental sculptures, he represented Germany at the Venice Biennale in 1970.
nato in Germania, Heinz Mack has an academic background spanning art and philosophy, having studied at the Düsseldorf Academy of Fine Arts (1950–1953) and at the University of Cologne. [1, 2]
The ZERO Movement and Light Art
In 1957, together with Otto Piene, he founded the ZERO movement to mark a "zero point" and a new beginning in post-war art, breaking free from previous conventions. The group became internationally famous for its explorations of light, time, and movement. Among its most famous creations are the light reliefs (Light Reliefs), the cubes and the stelae, designed to actively interact with light and reflect it into space.
The work is accompanied by the invoice and certificates of authenticity and provenance.
exemplar for sale: 45/200
Excellent condition, very light signs of time

Seller's Story

A Venice-based gallery, we operate exclusively and professionally online for 20 years, specializing in original author graphics, posters and artist's books. We select and offer works by internationally acclaimed artists, guaranteeing and referencing authenticity and provenance. We offer cataloging, valuation and art-advisory services.
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From the portfolio: "Galaxis". 1973.
Color serigraphy
dimensions 50 x 60 cm
. Signed, dated and numbered
. Propyläen Verlag Berlin, Vienna (publisher).
Bibliography: Fulda-Kahn 93 II
Heinz Mack (born in Lollar in 1931) is a German artist, pioneer of kinetic art and light art. In 1957 he co-founded with Otto Piene the renowned ZERO movement. Known for his luminous reliefs and monumental sculptures, he represented Germany at the Venice Biennale in 1970.
nato in Germania, Heinz Mack has an academic background spanning art and philosophy, having studied at the Düsseldorf Academy of Fine Arts (1950–1953) and at the University of Cologne. [1, 2]
The ZERO Movement and Light Art
In 1957, together with Otto Piene, he founded the ZERO movement to mark a "zero point" and a new beginning in post-war art, breaking free from previous conventions. The group became internationally famous for its explorations of light, time, and movement. Among its most famous creations are the light reliefs (Light Reliefs), the cubes and the stelae, designed to actively interact with light and reflect it into space.
The work is accompanied by the invoice and certificates of authenticity and provenance.
exemplar for sale: 45/200
Excellent condition, very light signs of time

Seller's Story

A Venice-based gallery, we operate exclusively and professionally online for 20 years, specializing in original author graphics, posters and artist's books. We select and offer works by internationally acclaimed artists, guaranteeing and referencing authenticity and provenance. We offer cataloging, valuation and art-advisory services.
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Details

Artist
Heinz Mack (1931)
Sold by
Gallery
Edition
Limited edition
Edition number
45/200
Title of artwork
Galaxis
Technique
Silkscreen
Signature
Hand signed
Country of origin
Germany
Year
1973
Condition
Excellent condition
Height
50 cm
Width
59.5 cm
Style
Op Art
Period
1970-1980
Sold with frame
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Objects sold
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