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// Peace by Jack Youngerman is a 1973 silkscreen print, part of a limited edition of 150. This artwork features a bold composition of abstract shapes in red, white, and blue. The central white form is bordered by sweeping red and blue shapes, reminiscent of a flame or a stylized dove, both symbols of peace. The strong color contrast and minimalistic design give the piece a sense of movement and vitality. Youngerman’s work often explores organic forms and symbolic representations, and Peace uses its simple yet powerful palette and shapes to evoke harmony and unity, aligning with the print’s title.

Jack Youngerman (USA, 1926–2020) was a painter and sculptor known for his bold, geometric abstractions. Influenced by European modernism and American abstract expressionism, he explored dynamic forms and vivid color contrasts. Youngerman's work often reflected organic motifs, bridging hard-edged abstraction with nature-inspired fluidity, securing his place in the postwar art movement.

Jack Youngerman

Peace, 1973

Name: Peace, 1973
SKU: 3004
Price: 1700.00 EUR
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Limited Edition Print

Limited Edition PrintA limited edition print is one of a number of prints made at the same time from one printmaking plate. A fixed number are made and signed by the artist, indicating the printing order, using the format 1/10, meaning first of ten prints.

Medium

Silkscreen

SilkscreenSilkscreen is a printmaking method that uses a screen made of silk or other mesh fabric. The screen is treated with a substance that blocks ink in certain areas, allowing ink to pass through only in the desired sections. Each color in the print requires a separate screen.

Edition

Edition of 150

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Jack Youngerman

Untitled 2, from the White Portfolio, 1972

Limited Edition Print

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Jack Youngerman

Untitled 1, from the White Portfolio, 1972

Limited Edition Print

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Jack Youngerman

Peace, 1973

Limited Edition Print

Silkscreen

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The whole primary thing I work with in my paintings is an exploration and articulation of all the possibilities of abstract shape.
- Jack Youngerman

Jack Youngerman (b. 1926 USA, d. 2020 USA) was an American artist celebrated for his contributions to abstract art and hard-edge painting. Youngerman's work is characterized by its bold use of color, geometric forms, and dynamic compositions, often exploring the interplay of shape and space. He was part of the post-war generation of artists who sought new directions in abstraction, influenced by his studies in Paris and associations with other avant-garde artists such as Ellsworth Kelly and Alexander Calder. Youngerman's works reflect a deep engagement with both European modernism and American abstraction, creating a unique visual language that combines elements of minimalism with the organic rhythms of nature. His paintings, sculptures, and prints have been exhibited in major museums, including the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum and the Museum of Modern Art in New York, affirming his legacy as a significant figure in 20th-century art.

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What is abstract expressionism?

Abstract Expressionism is an art movement that emerged in the United States during the 1940s and 1950s. Characterized by large, abstract canvases, the movement emphasized spontaneous, expressive brushwork and the use of color and form to convey emotion rather than represent reality. Artists like Jackson Pollock, Mark Rothko, and Willem de Kooning are key figures in this movement. Abstract Expressionism marked a shift in the art world, making New York City a center of the international art scene.

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Jack Youngerman

Peace, 1973

101 x 73 cm

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