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Gerhard Richter — Zaun (Fence)
Gerhard Richter

Zaun (Fence)

A photorealistic rendering of a weathered wooden fence, this work exemplifies Richter's masterful ability to blur the boundary between painting and photography, inviting the viewer to question perception and representation. The ordinary, mundane subject is elevated through Richter's meticulous technique, transforming a simple barrier into a meditation on memory, distance, and the passage of time. Published as a limited edition of 100 to commemorate the 40th anniversary of the Museum Ludwig in Cologne, this signed and numbered print stands as both a significant collectible and a testament to Richter's enduring influence on contemporary art.

Medium
Signed, dated and numbered 52/100 in blue ink on the pictured kerbstone (there were also 10 artist's proofs), published to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the Museum Ludwig, Cologne, framed.

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Evening & Day Editions

January 19, 2017

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Gerhard Richter, Zaun (Fence)

A photorealistic rendering of a weathered wooden fence, this work exemplifies Richter's masterful ability to blur the boundary between painting and photography, inviting the viewer to question perception and representation. The ordinary, mundane subject is elevated through Richter's meticulous technique, transforming a simple barrier into a meditation on memory, distance, and the passage of time. Published as a limited edition of 100 to commemorate the 40th anniversary of the Museum Ludwig in Cologne, this signed and numbered print stands as both a significant collectible and a testament to Richter's enduring influence on contemporary art.

Medium
Signed, dated and numbered 52/100 in blue ink on the pictured kerbstone (there were also 10 artist's proofs), published to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the Museum Ludwig, Cologne, framed.
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Phillips, New York, London, Hong Kong

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20th-Century Art, Architectural Subject, German Artist, Limited Edition Print, Male Artist, Established Master, Photorealism, Museum Edition, Muted Tones, Contemporary Master, Limited Edition, Late 20th Century, Contemporary Art, Urban Landscape, Monochromatic, Silkscreen Print, Urban Subject, Architectural Detail, Commemorative Edition

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