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Hans Hartung — P1952-16
Hans Hartung — P1952-16
Hans Hartung — P1952-16
Hans Hartung

P1952-16

1952

A dynamic composition of bold, gestural strokes in pastel and charcoal, *P1952-16* exemplifies Hans Hartung's pioneering approach to Abstract Expressionism. Sweeping lines of varying weight and intensity surge across the paper, creating a sense of raw energy and spontaneous movement. The interplay between the soft luminosity of pastel and the dense, velvety darkness of charcoal generates a striking tension between light and shadow.

Medium
pastel et fusain sur papier
Dimensions
Signed
Yes

Notes

LITERATURE P. Daix, Hans Hartung, Paris, 1991, p. 204, No. 263. EXHIBITED Bâle, Galerie Beyeler, Aquarelle Gouachen Zeichnungen, octobre-décembre 1988, No. 45 (illustré en couleurs au catalogue d'exposition n.p.; titré 'Ohne Titel -16-PAS'). Bâle, Galerie Beyeler, Wege zur Abstraktion, juillet-septembre 1989, No. 32 (titré 'Sans titre. (16 PAS 80)'). FURTHER DETAILS Cette œuvre est enregistrée à la Fondation Hans Hartung et Anna-Eva Bergman sous le No. P1952-16 et figurera au catalogue raisonné de l'œuvre de Hans Hartung en cours de préparation par la Fondation. Conditions of sale Brought to you by Elisabetta Vitullo Junior Specialist, Head of Day Sale EVITULLO@CHRISTIES.COM +33 (0)1 40 76 85 68

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Hans Hartung, P1952-16, 1952

A dynamic composition of bold, gestural strokes in pastel and charcoal, *P1952-16* exemplifies Hans Hartung's pioneering approach to Abstract Expressionism. Sweeping lines of varying weight and intensity surge across the paper, creating a sense of raw energy and spontaneous movement. The interplay between the soft luminosity of pastel and the dense, velvety darkness of charcoal generates a striking tension between light and shadow.

Medium
pastel et fusain sur papier
Dimensions
48.3 x 72.7 cm
Year
1952
Signed
Hand-signed by the artist
Seen at
Christie's, London, United Kingdom

Related themes

German Artist, Mid-Twentieth Century, Dynamic Energy, Lyrical Abstraction, Male Artist, Dark Tones, Abstract Expressionism, Pastel And Charcoal, Works on Paper, Modern Master, Gestural Drawing

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