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289 - Classical Modernism New Objectivity Schad, Christian ‘Knutsc…
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Estimate €700 - €900
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Classical Modernism New Objectivity Schad, Christian ‘Knutschologe’. 1929. Lithograph on vellum. 26 x 18.5 cm (59 x 42 cm). Signed (Ex. E.A.), dated, titled and labelled. – Slightly browned in the former passe-partout cut-out. Traces of mounting in the corners on the reverse. Overall in very good condition. Magnificent print with clear, finely nuanced lines. From the estate. Cf.: Richter, no. 38. *Knutschologe* is based on a motif from 1929. In 1976, Edition G.A. Richter reissued the motif as a lithograph for the portfolio series *Orbis sensualium pictus*. Limited to 38 copies + 4 artist’s proofs. – In this work, Christian Schad’s excellent eye for psychological milieu studies is masterfully evident. With razor-sharp lines, he observes Berlin society and captures the subtle nuances of human relationships. The ironic title “Knutschologe” perfectly reflects typical Berlin humour as well as the liberal, carefree attitude to life of the late 1920s. New Objectivity. – Lithograph on wove paper. Signed (E.A.), dated, titled and inscribed. – Slightly toned within the former passe-partout opening. Verso shows traces of mounting in the corners. Overall in very good condition. A splendid impression with a clear, finely nuanced line quality. – From the estate. Cf. no. 38. – ‘Knutschologe’ is based on a motif from 1929. In 1976, the G.A. Richter edition reissued the motif as a lithograph for the portfolio *Orbis sensualium pictus*. Limited to 38 copies plus 4 E.A. In this work, Christian Schad’s exceptional eye for psychological and social observation is masterfully evident. With razor-sharp lines, he observes Berlin society and captures the subtle nuances of human relationships. The ironic title ‘Knutschologe’ perfectly reflects both typical Berlin humour and the liberal, carefree spirit of the late 1920s.
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