Otto Piene (1928-2014) - Zyklop Gelb
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Otto Piene’s Zyklop gelb (1994) is a large mixed‑media Stillleben on strong Velinkarton, with Carborundum relief, hand‑signed and numbered, in excellent condition.
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Otto Piene (1928–2014) – Zyklop gelb (1994)
A monumental, relief-like masterwork of light art and the ZERO Avant-Garde.
This is an outstanding, hand-signed graphic by ZERO co-founder Otto Piene from 1994. The work “Zyklop gelb” captivates with its enormous visual dynamism, its profound cosmic symbolism, and an extraordinary, tactile materiality achieved through a highly complex printing process.
Details about the artwork:
• Artist: Otto Piene (1928–2014)
• Title: Zyklop gelb
• Year: 1994
• Technique: Color aquatint, heliography, and carborundum on sturdy Velin board
• Printer/Studio: Art Studios Reichshof, Bergneustadt
• Signature: Hand-signed and numbered by the artist
• Condition: Excellent collectible condition with full, untrimmed sheet edges and bright colors
• One of these works is being auctioned with an edition of 30
At the center of the composition lies a powerful, organic-oval form in bright yellow and deep black tones, dramatically set off against a deep blue, almost infinite background. The motif evokes the titular solitary eye of the mythical giant (Cyclops), a recurring, central symbol (Oculus) in Otto Piene’s oeuvre.
The eye here functions not as a rigid image, but as a cosmic viewing instrument that concentrates light and energy. Typical of Piene’s philosophy, the radiant yellow breaks through the darkness like pure solar energy, generating a vibrating optical tension. Thus this work stands as a wonderful example of the technological mastery of the carborundum process and as a flagship example of Piene’s experimental printmaking. The use of carborundum (silicon carbide) gives the sheet an extremely three‑dimensional relief texture. The yellow and black areas are perceptibly raised from the surface and possess a sandy, granular texture.
Depending on the light incidence and the viewer’s angle, the surface reflection of the work changes. As a result, the graphic leaves the realm of a two-dimensional plane and becomes a kinetic light object in space. In keeping with ZERO philosophy.
Note about the work:
The buyer receives a copy from the total edition; it is not guaranteed that the edition number visible in the photo corresponds to the piece shipped.
Shipping information
The artwork will be professionally and securely packaged flat and shipped. Shipping is insured and tracked.
Seller's Story
Fils Fine Arts / Art Edition-Fils – Art since 1870
Fils Fine Arts is a brand of Art Edition-Fils GmbH, a family-owned company that has existed since 1870 and one of the oldest art publishers and art dealers for original editions in Germany. Today the company is already in its fifth generation and has more than 155 years of experience in the international art market.
The focus is on high-quality, limited and signed art editions as well as selected uniques. The portfolio includes especially graphics, photographs, sculptures and works on paper. Many editions are created in close collaboration with the artists and are published exclusively by Fils Fine Arts. The offering is supplemented by selected uniques and paintings.
The program combines established international artists with interesting contemporary positions and emerging artists. The artist portfolio includes, among others, names such as Marc Chagall, Salvador Dalí, Andy Warhol, Roy Lichtenstein, Georg Baselitz, Gerhard Richter, Christo, Tony Cragg, Eduardo Chillida, Jim Dine and many other internationally renowned as well as aspiring artists.
Fils. Fine Arts stands for a careful selection of artworks according to high quality standards and a claim to artistic quality and authenticity. As an art publisher, gallery and art dealer, the company combines long-standing market knowledge with personal advice from art experts.
In addition to online trading, Fils. Fine Arts is also represented with a gallery in Düsseldorf, where collectors and art enthusiasts can experience the works on site and receive personal advice. In addition, the company operates further locations for publishing and art presentation.
Fils. Fine Arts thus stands for over 155 years of experience, original and strictly limited art editions, international artists and a carefully curated selection for collectors and lovers of art.
Translated by Google TranslateOtto Piene (1928–2014) – Zyklop gelb (1994)
A monumental, relief-like masterwork of light art and the ZERO Avant-Garde.
This is an outstanding, hand-signed graphic by ZERO co-founder Otto Piene from 1994. The work “Zyklop gelb” captivates with its enormous visual dynamism, its profound cosmic symbolism, and an extraordinary, tactile materiality achieved through a highly complex printing process.
Details about the artwork:
• Artist: Otto Piene (1928–2014)
• Title: Zyklop gelb
• Year: 1994
• Technique: Color aquatint, heliography, and carborundum on sturdy Velin board
• Printer/Studio: Art Studios Reichshof, Bergneustadt
• Signature: Hand-signed and numbered by the artist
• Condition: Excellent collectible condition with full, untrimmed sheet edges and bright colors
• One of these works is being auctioned with an edition of 30
At the center of the composition lies a powerful, organic-oval form in bright yellow and deep black tones, dramatically set off against a deep blue, almost infinite background. The motif evokes the titular solitary eye of the mythical giant (Cyclops), a recurring, central symbol (Oculus) in Otto Piene’s oeuvre.
The eye here functions not as a rigid image, but as a cosmic viewing instrument that concentrates light and energy. Typical of Piene’s philosophy, the radiant yellow breaks through the darkness like pure solar energy, generating a vibrating optical tension. Thus this work stands as a wonderful example of the technological mastery of the carborundum process and as a flagship example of Piene’s experimental printmaking. The use of carborundum (silicon carbide) gives the sheet an extremely three‑dimensional relief texture. The yellow and black areas are perceptibly raised from the surface and possess a sandy, granular texture.
Depending on the light incidence and the viewer’s angle, the surface reflection of the work changes. As a result, the graphic leaves the realm of a two-dimensional plane and becomes a kinetic light object in space. In keeping with ZERO philosophy.
Note about the work:
The buyer receives a copy from the total edition; it is not guaranteed that the edition number visible in the photo corresponds to the piece shipped.
Shipping information
The artwork will be professionally and securely packaged flat and shipped. Shipping is insured and tracked.
Seller's Story
Fils Fine Arts / Art Edition-Fils – Art since 1870
Fils Fine Arts is a brand of Art Edition-Fils GmbH, a family-owned company that has existed since 1870 and one of the oldest art publishers and art dealers for original editions in Germany. Today the company is already in its fifth generation and has more than 155 years of experience in the international art market.
The focus is on high-quality, limited and signed art editions as well as selected uniques. The portfolio includes especially graphics, photographs, sculptures and works on paper. Many editions are created in close collaboration with the artists and are published exclusively by Fils Fine Arts. The offering is supplemented by selected uniques and paintings.
The program combines established international artists with interesting contemporary positions and emerging artists. The artist portfolio includes, among others, names such as Marc Chagall, Salvador Dalí, Andy Warhol, Roy Lichtenstein, Georg Baselitz, Gerhard Richter, Christo, Tony Cragg, Eduardo Chillida, Jim Dine and many other internationally renowned as well as aspiring artists.
Fils. Fine Arts stands for a careful selection of artworks according to high quality standards and a claim to artistic quality and authenticity. As an art publisher, gallery and art dealer, the company combines long-standing market knowledge with personal advice from art experts.
In addition to online trading, Fils. Fine Arts is also represented with a gallery in Düsseldorf, where collectors and art enthusiasts can experience the works on site and receive personal advice. In addition, the company operates further locations for publishing and art presentation.
Fils. Fine Arts thus stands for over 155 years of experience, original and strictly limited art editions, international artists and a carefully curated selection for collectors and lovers of art.
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Gallery
Edition
Limited edition
Artist
Otto Piene (1928-2014)
Title of artwork
Zyklop Gelb
Technique
Mixed technique
Signature
Hand signed
Country of origin
Germany
Year
1994
Condition
Excellent condition
Height
76 cm
Width
108 cm
Depiction/theme
Still life
Style
Abstract
Sold with frame
No
Period
1990-2000
Sold by
GermanyVerified
1
Object sold
pro
Rechtliche Informationen des Verkäufers
- Unternehmen:
- Art Edition-Fils GmbH
- Repräsentant:
- Fils. Fine Arts
- Adresse:
- Art Edition Fils
Eduard-Schloemann-Str. 47-49
40237 Düsseldorf
GERMANY - Telefonnummer:
- +49211672063
- Email:
- matoussi@fils-fine-arts.de
- USt-IdNr.:
- DE 119 35 67 54
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