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Figure on Axis 117, 1961
The work 'Figure on Axis 117' from 1961 is an oil on canvas measuring 127.5 x 97 cm, signed bottom left: LEBENSTEIN 61. The painting represents an original form of figurative painting with a rich abstract language close to surrealism. Characteristic for Lebenstein are poetic transpositions of the human figure and expressive animal figures combined into a composition full of fascination with relics of archaic cultures.
Portrait of the Creator
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Artist
Jan Lebenstein
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Date of birth and death
5 January 1930 – 28 May 1999
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Natinality
Polish
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Style
Figurative painting with surreal and abstract elements
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Significant works
Biblical cycles, stained glass, literary illustrations including ‘Animal Farm’ by George Orwell
Information about the work
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Year:
1961
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Execution technique:
oil on canvas
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Location:
private collection, Warsaw and New York
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Theme:
figurative painting, surrealism, abstraction, human figure, expressionism
Internal Narrative and Creative Framework
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Inner Narrative
The painting shows the connection of tradition with modern artistic expression, symbolizing the transformations and duality of human existence.
The key to interpreting the work
Interpretation of the work should consider both its abstract elements and clear references to the human figure and archaic motifs.Auction information
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Estimated price:
250 000 - 350 000 zł
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Auction price:
220 000 zł
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