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Poulpe I, 1979
The painting 'Poulpe I' from 1979 by Jan Lebenstein is a work executed using pencil and watercolor on paper measuring 54 x 44.5 cm, signed bottom left: Lebenstein 79. Lebenstein's art combines an original form of figurative painting with a rich abstract language close to surrealism. His works are characterized by a poetic transposition of the human figure and expressive animal motifs, with a strong reference to 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:
1979
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Execution technique:
pencil, watercolor, paper
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Location:
private collection, Belgium
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Theme:
figurative painting, surrealism, archaic cultures, expression, animal motifs
Internal Narrative and Creative Framework
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Inner Narrative
The work expresses fascination with archetypes and remnants of ancient civilizations, while simultaneously presenting an emotional and poetic depiction of human and animal figures.
The key to interpreting the work
The interpretation of the painting should consider the richness of symbolism and the complexity of the composition, which combines elements of surrealism with traditional figuration.Auction information
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Estimated price:
40 000 - 50 000 zł
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Auction price:
40 000 zł
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