101, Volker Stelzmann
Volker Stelzmann
1940
Straße VII. 1997.
Mixed media on hardboard.
Monogrammed, dated, and inscribed “H•M•F in Berlin” in the upper left. Signed, dated, and titled on the reverse. 170 x 80 cm (66.9 x 31.4 in).
[AR].
• Volker Stelzmann belongs to the second generation of artists from the Leipzig School.
• With his realistic, somber-seeming street scenes, he captures urban life without compromise.
• His painting combines elements of realism with an objectivity inspired by Otto Dix, as well as Florentine Mannerism.
• Offered on the international auction market for the first time (source: artprice.com).
The authenticity of this work has been confirmed by the artist. We are grateful for his kind assistance.
PROVENANCE: Private collection, North Rhine-Westphalia.
In the family’s possession ever since.
In good condition. There is a faint sign of wear above one of the heads on the left, under UV light, a small retouch or overpainting is visible there. Overall, however, the piece makes an extremely harmonious impression. The condition report was compiled in daylight with the aid of a UV light source, and to the best of our knowledge and belief.
Volker Stelzmann
1940
Straße VII. 1997.
Mixed media on hardboard.
Monogrammed, dated, and inscribed “H•M•F in Berlin” in the upper left. Signed, dated, and titled on the reverse. 170 x 80 cm (66.9 x 31.4 in).
[AR].
• Volker Stelzmann belongs to the second generation of artists from the Leipzig School.
• With his realistic, somber-seeming street scenes, he captures urban life without compromise.
• His painting combines elements of realism with an objectivity inspired by Otto Dix, as well as Florentine Mannerism.
• Offered on the international auction market for the first time (source: artprice.com).
The authenticity of this work has been confirmed by the artist. We are grateful for his kind assistance.
PROVENANCE: Private collection, North Rhine-Westphalia.
In the family’s possession ever since.
In good condition. There is a faint sign of wear above one of the heads on the left, under UV light, a small retouch or overpainting is visible there. Overall, however, the piece makes an extremely harmonious impression. The condition report was compiled in daylight with the aid of a UV light source, and to the best of our knowledge and belief.
