Peter Robert Keil - Blumengruß
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Peter Robert Keil's Blumengruß, a 1983 mixed media on canvas in original edition, signed and in excellent condition, depicting plants and flowers, created in Germany and sold with a frame with framed dimensions 50 cm high by 40 cm wide (40 × 30 cm without the frame).
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*The last living big Artist*
Peter Robert Keil is one of the best-known and most acclaimed contemporary painters and sculptors in Germany. Keil is famous for his bold and beautiful paintings that capture the essence of life. His works can be found all over the world in museums, galleries, but also in private collections of the rich and well-known. Peter Robert Keil painted alongside figures like Joan Miró, Picasso, Andy Warhol, Basquiat, as well as other artists, and is therefore often hailed as *The last living big Artist*.
Early and new works (originals) by the artist are now hardly affordable on the world market.
Very beautiful, extraordinary rendering of a flower. Studio Berlin 83, a wonderful decorative collector’s item.
Dimensions with frame H: 50 cm x W: 40 cm
Dimensions without frame H: 40 cm x W: 30 cm
Original work of art on canvas by the artist Peter Robert Keil with certificate of authenticity and gallery stamp.
The colors in the pictures may vary slightly (e.g., due to light reflections).
Oil/acrylic mixed media on canvas.
Shipping worldwide and insured.
Work description:
With “Blumengruß” Peter Robert Keil presents a cheerful and color-intensive interpretation of the classical still-life of flowers. Instead of a naturalistic depiction, he transforms the flowers into expressive, almost playful figures full of personality and energy.
Two large-format blossoms – one in luminous yellow, the other in vivid blue – rise from a striking violet vase. The black contours give the shapes a clear structure, while the intensely red background makes the colors seem to glow. The simplified language of form and the spontaneous application of color make the work immediately recognizable as a typical Keil.
Although the motif may appear simple at first glance, the strong color contrast and dynamic line work create a surprising liveliness. The flowers almost seem like two characters in dialogue, lending the painting an optimistic, life-affirming radiance.
The richly decorated original gold frame further underscores the decorative effect and creates an appealing contrast between classical framing and modern expressive painting.
The composition exudes joie de vivre, directness, and artistic immediacy – a homage to color itself and an optimistic statement for any collection.
His artistically gifted mother struggled with her son in the final phase of the war as they made their way to West Berlin, where they settled after the war. There Keil grew up in the working-class district of Berlin-Wedding and soon discovered his interest in painting – particularly in expressionist artists and the works of Pablo Picasso. The painter Otto Nagel, from East Berlin, became his mentor from around 1954 and taught him initial craftsmanship and painting techniques.
1962: First solo exhibition at the Art Gallery, London
1964: Rotebro Gallery, Sweden
1965: Great Berlin Art Exhibition
1966: Great Berlin Art Exhibition
1980: Dr. Friedmann Gallery, Israel
1985: Wewerka Gallery, Berlin
1986–1990: Free Berlin Art Exhibition, Messehallen, Berlin
1993: Carousel Gallery, Dania, Florida, USA
1998: Aventura Art Gallery, Aventura, Florida, USA
1999: Höckner Gallery, Salzburg, Austria
2000: Exhibitions in Paris, Amsterdam, London
2001–2005: Intercontinental Hotel Berlin
2002: International Art Fair, Frankfurt
2003: Sixty Years of Peter Robert Keil, Galerie Kunstsinn, Nuremberg
2005: Boxsler Gallery, Lichtenfels
2006: Public Library, Fort Lauderdale, Florida, USA
2007: Villa Meixner, Collection of KulturForum Europa, Brühl/Baden
2007: Kessler Corporation, Orlando Florida, Savannah, Georgia, USA
2008: The Hurn Museum, Savannah, USA
2010: Keil-Collection Heidelberg, Lange Nacht der Museen, Heidelberg
2010: Edna Hibel Fine Art Gallery, West Palm Beach, Florida
2011: Keil-Collection Heidelberg, Lange Nacht der Museen, Heidelberg
2012: Retrospective “Leben im Farbrausch”, Schwetzingen Palace, Orangery
2012: Keil ArtCollection Marburg, Night of Art, Marburg
2012:
*The last living big Artist*
Peter Robert Keil is one of the best-known and most acclaimed contemporary painters and sculptors in Germany. Keil is famous for his bold and beautiful paintings that capture the essence of life. His works can be found all over the world in museums, galleries, but also in private collections of the rich and well-known. Peter Robert Keil painted alongside figures like Joan Miró, Picasso, Andy Warhol, Basquiat, as well as other artists, and is therefore often hailed as *The last living big Artist*.
Early and new works (originals) by the artist are now hardly affordable on the world market.
Very beautiful, extraordinary rendering of a flower. Studio Berlin 83, a wonderful decorative collector’s item.
Dimensions with frame H: 50 cm x W: 40 cm
Dimensions without frame H: 40 cm x W: 30 cm
Original work of art on canvas by the artist Peter Robert Keil with certificate of authenticity and gallery stamp.
The colors in the pictures may vary slightly (e.g., due to light reflections).
Oil/acrylic mixed media on canvas.
Shipping worldwide and insured.
Work description:
With “Blumengruß” Peter Robert Keil presents a cheerful and color-intensive interpretation of the classical still-life of flowers. Instead of a naturalistic depiction, he transforms the flowers into expressive, almost playful figures full of personality and energy.
Two large-format blossoms – one in luminous yellow, the other in vivid blue – rise from a striking violet vase. The black contours give the shapes a clear structure, while the intensely red background makes the colors seem to glow. The simplified language of form and the spontaneous application of color make the work immediately recognizable as a typical Keil.
Although the motif may appear simple at first glance, the strong color contrast and dynamic line work create a surprising liveliness. The flowers almost seem like two characters in dialogue, lending the painting an optimistic, life-affirming radiance.
The richly decorated original gold frame further underscores the decorative effect and creates an appealing contrast between classical framing and modern expressive painting.
The composition exudes joie de vivre, directness, and artistic immediacy – a homage to color itself and an optimistic statement for any collection.
His artistically gifted mother struggled with her son in the final phase of the war as they made their way to West Berlin, where they settled after the war. There Keil grew up in the working-class district of Berlin-Wedding and soon discovered his interest in painting – particularly in expressionist artists and the works of Pablo Picasso. The painter Otto Nagel, from East Berlin, became his mentor from around 1954 and taught him initial craftsmanship and painting techniques.
1962: First solo exhibition at the Art Gallery, London
1964: Rotebro Gallery, Sweden
1965: Great Berlin Art Exhibition
1966: Great Berlin Art Exhibition
1980: Dr. Friedmann Gallery, Israel
1985: Wewerka Gallery, Berlin
1986–1990: Free Berlin Art Exhibition, Messehallen, Berlin
1993: Carousel Gallery, Dania, Florida, USA
1998: Aventura Art Gallery, Aventura, Florida, USA
1999: Höckner Gallery, Salzburg, Austria
2000: Exhibitions in Paris, Amsterdam, London
2001–2005: Intercontinental Hotel Berlin
2002: International Art Fair, Frankfurt
2003: Sixty Years of Peter Robert Keil, Galerie Kunstsinn, Nuremberg
2005: Boxsler Gallery, Lichtenfels
2006: Public Library, Fort Lauderdale, Florida, USA
2007: Villa Meixner, Collection of KulturForum Europa, Brühl/Baden
2007: Kessler Corporation, Orlando Florida, Savannah, Georgia, USA
2008: The Hurn Museum, Savannah, USA
2010: Keil-Collection Heidelberg, Lange Nacht der Museen, Heidelberg
2010: Edna Hibel Fine Art Gallery, West Palm Beach, Florida
2011: Keil-Collection Heidelberg, Lange Nacht der Museen, Heidelberg
2012: Retrospective “Leben im Farbrausch”, Schwetzingen Palace, Orangery
2012: Keil ArtCollection Marburg, Night of Art, Marburg
2012:
Details
Artist
Peter Robert Keil
Sold with frame
Yes
Sold by
Owner or reseller
Edition
Original
Title of artwork
Blumengruß
Technique
Mixed media
Signature
Hand signed
Country of origin
Germany
Year
1983
Condition
Excellent condition
Height
50 cm
Width
40 cm
Depiction/theme
Plants and flowers
Style
Contemporary
Period
1980-1990
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