Postmodernism

What is Postmodernism?

Postmodernism is an art movement that emerged as a reaction against authority and traditional boundaries, seeking to blur the lines between art and everyday life. It aimed to bridge the gap between the cultural elite and the general public by embracing eclectic mixtures of earlier conventions and styles. Postmodernist art often challenges established norms and celebrates diversity, irony, and pastiche, making it a movement that reflects the complexities of contemporary culture.
Madame de Pompadour

Helen Frankenthaler

Madame de Pompadour, 1985

Limited Edition Print

Lithograph

USD 14,250

Lithograph V from Farandole

Hans Hartung

Lithograph V from Farandole, 1971

Limited Edition Print

Lithograph

USD 1,280

Figure

Paul Delvaux

Figure, c. 1960-65

Limited Edition Print

Etching

EUR 4,380

Some of the Sources of Pop Art VII

Peter Blake

Some of the Sources of Pop Art VII, 2007

Limited Edition Print

Silkscreen

GBP 9,000 - 12,000

Profile de Jeune Homme

Fernando Botero

Profile de Jeune Homme, 1992

Drawing / Watercolor

Pen and ink

USD 17,900

Valentine for Mr. Wonderful (book)

Helen Frankenthaler

Valentine for Mr. Wonderful (book), 1995

Limited Edition Print

Intaglio

USD 15,700

Elektra

Sandro Chia

Elektra, 1995

Limited Edition Print

Mixed Media

EUR 2,500

Figure con albero

Sandro Chia

Figure con albero, 1994

Sculpture / Object

Ceramic

EUR 7,300

Le Sommeil

Paul Delvaux

Le Sommeil, 1970

Limited Edition Print

Lithograph

EUR 3,650

La dispute

Paul Delvaux

La dispute, 1969

Limited Edition Print

Etching and Aquatint

EUR 2,300

L'Impératrice

Paul Delvaux

L'Impératrice, 1974

Limited Edition Print

Lithograph

EUR 3,350

 Le Chapeau 1900

Paul Delvaux

Le Chapeau 1900, 1972

Limited Edition Print

Lithograph

EUR 2,500

Running Fence Sunset RF-352

Javacheff Christo

Running Fence Sunset RF-352, 1976

Limited Edition Print

Photograph

EUR 11,000

The Gates II

Javacheff Christo

The Gates II, 2005

Limited Edition Print

Photograph

EUR 8,900

The Gates I

Javacheff Christo

The Gates I, 2005

Limited Edition Print

Photograph

EUR 8,900

The Gates IV

Javacheff Christo

The Gates IV, 2005

Photography

Photograph

EUR 4,500

Site Specific Art

Site-Specific Art is a form of artwork created to exist in a particular location, with the artist considering the site as an integral part of the creative process. Robert Irwin was a key figure in promoting this art form in California. Site-Specific Art emerged as a reaction against modernist objects, which were often portable, commodified, and confined to museum spaces. In contrast, Site-Specific Art is inherently tied to its location, challenging the traditional notions of art as a transportable and marketable commodity.

Conceptual art

Sometimes referred to as Conceptualism, this is an art form where the idea(s) or concept(s) behind the work take precedence over material concerns and traditional aesthetics. Many conceptual artworks can be created by anyone simply by following written instructions. The concept or idea is the most essential aspect of the artwork.

Laser print

A laser print is created by using red, blue, and green lasers to expose photographic silver halide paper. After exposure, the paper is processed with photographic chemicals to produce an archival-quality print. This digital technology results in sharp images with highly uniform color and excellent detail.

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