Arthur Illies, Rote Tulpen (Red Tulips), 1896, Etching

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Etching in red ink on paper. Not signed nor numbered, as issued. Matted, in very good condition. Arthur Illies (1870–1952) … Read more Etching in red ink on paper. Not signed nor numbered, as issued. Matted, in very good condition. Arthur Illies (1870–1952) As a pioneering figure in Northern German Jugendstil (Art Nouveau), Illies was deeply celebrated for his innovative color etchings. This delicate work utilizes line work combined with blind embossing (Blindprägung) to create dimensional texture around the blossoms. Despite the historical title referencing tulips, the visual form captures a highly stylized, naturalistic botanical form This piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no
official proof of authenticity,
however it is well documented in design history. I take full responsibility for any authenticity



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