Hans Orlowski (1894–1967) - Männerkopf II, drzeworyt za szkłem
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Hans Orlowski (1894–1967) – Männerkopf II, a 1950 woodcut behind glass, hand-signed, an original edition, in perfect condition, framed, 58.5 × 38.5 cm, Germany.
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Hans Orlowski (1894–1967) – Men’s Head II, woodcut behind glass
A unique woodcut by Hans Orlowski, one of the most outstanding German graphic artists of the 20th century. Born in Königsberg, he studied and worked in Berlin, where he was a professor at the Hochschule für Bildende Künste. Orlowski is regarded as one of the leading representatives of German Expressionism, and his works are part of prestigious collections, including the Berlinische Galerie, Kupferstichkabinett Berlin, Hamburger Kunsthalle, and Albertinum in Dresden.
Orlowski's work is characterized by an extraordinary expressive power – dynamic, confident cuts in wood create intense portraits full of emotion and psychological depth. In the Männerkopf series, the artist focuses on facial expression, bringing out tension, drama, and the inner strength of the human being.
The presented piece – 'Head of a Man II' – is an excellent example of its graphic mastery, demonstrating a perfect sense of contrast and rhythm of lines.
Object details:
• Technique: woodcut behind glass.
Signature: handwritten, bottom margin.
Dimensions with frame: 51.5 × 38.5 cm
Stan: very good
Hans Orlowski (1894–1967) – Men’s Head II, woodcut behind glass
A unique woodcut by Hans Orlowski, one of the most outstanding German graphic artists of the 20th century. Born in Königsberg, he studied and worked in Berlin, where he was a professor at the Hochschule für Bildende Künste. Orlowski is regarded as one of the leading representatives of German Expressionism, and his works are part of prestigious collections, including the Berlinische Galerie, Kupferstichkabinett Berlin, Hamburger Kunsthalle, and Albertinum in Dresden.
Orlowski's work is characterized by an extraordinary expressive power – dynamic, confident cuts in wood create intense portraits full of emotion and psychological depth. In the Männerkopf series, the artist focuses on facial expression, bringing out tension, drama, and the inner strength of the human being.
The presented piece – 'Head of a Man II' – is an excellent example of its graphic mastery, demonstrating a perfect sense of contrast and rhythm of lines.
Object details:
• Technique: woodcut behind glass.
Signature: handwritten, bottom margin.
Dimensions with frame: 51.5 × 38.5 cm
Stan: very good
Details
Artist
Hans Orlowski (1894–1967)
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Owner or reseller
Edition
Original
Title of artwork
Männerkopf II, drzeworyt za szkłem
Technique
Woodcut print
Signature
Hand signed
Country of Origin
Germany
Year
1950
Condition
Excellent condition
Height
58.5 cm
Width
38.5 cm
Depiction/Theme
Portrait
Style
Expressionism
Period
1940-1950
Sold with frame
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