Items Similar to Untitled
Want more images or videos?
Request additional images or videos from the seller
1 of 16
Gershon IskowitzUntitled1969
1969
About the Item
It is somewhat hard to reconcile Gershon Iskowitz's (1921-1988) aesthetic with his personal history.
Born to a religious family in Poland, Iskowitz was allowed to leave Yeshiva (Jewish religious studies) in order to study art independently and later a brief stint at the Academy of Fine Arts in Warsaw.
The outbreak of war forced him to return to his hometown where he was shortly after conscripted to forced labor. In 1944 Iskowitz was transferred to Buchenwald, one of the first and most notorious Nazi concentration camps.
Upon liberation, Iskowitz spent nearly 9 months in hospital recuperating. Amazingly he would study for six months at the Academy of Fine Art in Munich with Oskar Kokoschka.
Iskowitz would eventually immigrate to Canada. For most of the 1950s, he incorporated representation into his art. By the 60's he had established a modest reputation and joined the Gallery Moos stable in 1964.
The legend goes that in 1967 thanks to a Canadian Council grant, Iskowitz took a helicopter tour of the north. The experience of seeing the massive expanse of trees from above inspired a major redirection of his aesthetic and approach.
This delicate work on paper is a perfect example of Iskowitz's iconic style. In this work, four islands of color are generously dispersed among an array of light and airy primary-colored swathes.
Created in 1969 it is from the key period of the artist's life, as his style comes to maturity.
Questions about this piece? Contact us.
"Untitled"
Signed and dated by the artist
Watercolor on paper
Canada, 1969
21.5"H 15.5"W (work)
25.5"H 18.25"W (framed)
Very good condition.
- Creator:Gershon Iskowitz (1921-1988, Canadian)
- Creation Year:1969
- Dimensions:Height: 21.5 in (54.61 cm)Width: 15.5 in (39.37 cm)
- Medium:
- Movement & Style:
- Period:
- Condition:
- Gallery Location:Toronto, CA
- Reference Number:
About the Seller
4.8
Vetted Seller
These experienced sellers undergo a comprehensive evaluation by our team of in-house experts.
Established in 2009
1stDibs seller since 2015
176 sales on 1stDibs
Typical response time: <1 hour
- ShippingRetrieving quote...Ships From: Toronto, Canada
- Return PolicyA return for this item may be initiated within 3 days of delivery.
More From This SellerView All
- "Emerald Groove"By Gershon IskowitzLocated in Toronto, OntarioIt is somewhat hard to reconcile Gershon Iskowitz's (1921-1988) joyful aesthetic with his personal history. Born to a religious family in Poland, Iskowitz was allowed to leave yesh...Category
1970s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
MaterialsWatercolor
- SprightlyBy Gershon IskowitzLocated in Toronto, OntarioIt is somewhat hard to reconcile Gershon Iskowitz's (1921-1988) joyful aesthetic with his personal history. Born to a religious family in Poland, Iskowitz was allowed to leave yesh...Category
1970s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
MaterialsWatercolor
- Blue SplashBy Dan ChristensenLocated in Toronto, OntarioDan Christensen (1942-2007) is widely recognized as one of America’s foremost color abstractionists. Over the course of forty years as an artist, Christensen was devoted to exploring...Category
Late 20th Century Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
MaterialsAcrylic, Watercolor
- Paul Jenkins "Untitled" (Black Field) rare framed watercolor 1978By Paul JenkinsLocated in Toronto, OntarioPaul Jenkins (1923-2012) was a major American abstract painter who first established his reputation in post-war France. Along with artists such as Sam Francis and Jack Youngerman...Category
1970s Abstract Abstract Paintings
MaterialsWatercolor, Gouache
- Charles Pachter "Dawn Barn"By Charles PachterLocated in Toronto, OntarioCharles Pachter (b. 1942) is one of the most collected and cherished Canadian artists. His iconic, uplifting and patriotic images have independently earned their place in the natio...Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
MaterialsCanvas, Acrylic
- The Field CatcherBy Harold TownLocated in Toronto, OntarioHarold Town (1924-1990) remains one of the best-known and most intriguing artists from the "Painters Eleven" group. Town's reputation was established in the late 1950s with a serie...Category
1980s Abstract Abstract Paintings
MaterialsInk, Oil, Pencil, Color Pencil
You May Also Like
- Oil, acrylic enamel & water color on paper 33x48" FramedBy Louisa ChaseLocated in Southampton, NYLouisa Chase’s work is represented in the permanent collections of a number of major museums, the Whitney Museum of Art in New York; the Museum of Modern Art, New York (MOMA), the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York; The National Gallery of Art, Washington, D.C.; the Brooklyn Museum; The Walker Art Center, Minneapolis, Minnesota; the Albright-Knox Art Gallery, Buffalo, New York; the Baltimore Museum of Art; the Butler Institute of American Art, Youngstown, Ohio; and the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art, Kansas City, Missouri. The estate of Louisa Chase is now represented by the prestigious gallery Hirschl & Adler Modern in New York City. We are pleased to offer this original Acrylic enamel, Watercolor, ink and pencil painting by Louisa Chase created in her classic abstract energetic style. It is from the former collection of the General Electric Corporation. Paper size is 25.5 x 40" The framed size is approx. 33x48". Louisa Chase exhibited at the 1984 Venice Biennale. Her solo exhibitions include: Brooke Alexander Gallery...Category
1980s Abstract Abstract Paintings
MaterialsEnamel
- Joan Miro. Original single piece mixed technique paintingBy Joan MiróLocated in CORAL GABLES - MIAMI, FLJoan Miro. Original single piece mixed technique painting Joan Miro Ferra 1893-1983 Original Study for “EL GOLAFRE ".NOT SIGNED 1979 Unique. Gouache, lithotint and crayon on paper ...Category
Late 20th Century Abstract Abstract Paintings
MaterialsPaper, Ink, Gouache
- Untitled BiomorphicBy Rolph ScarlettLocated in Lawrence, NYProvenance: Estate of Samuel Esses, by descent in the family Gouache on paper Never afraid of trying new styles, curious and opinionated, constantly engaged with the world around h...Category
1950s Abstract Abstract Paintings
MaterialsGouache
- Violet Art Nouveau Moulding, Abstract Organic Triptych, Brush Gestures Pink GrayBy Natalia RomanLocated in Barcelona, ES"Violet Art Nouveau Moulding" is an abstract painting diptych by Spanish artist Natalia Roman. It is a beautiful series of rhythmic brushstrokes combined with subtle tones and unique...Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
MaterialsOil Pastel, Oil, Acrylic, Watercolor, Gouache
- Autumn in Provence, Abstract Diptych Landscape, Warm Tones, Floral InspirationBy Natalia RomanLocated in Barcelona, ES"Autumn in Provence" is an abstract painting by Spanish artist Natalia Roman. It is a beautiful abstract architectural painting of unique blurry sha...Category
2010s Abstract Impressionist Abstract Paintings
MaterialsOil Pastel, Oil, Acrylic, Watercolor, Gouache
- Abstract Botanical Art Deco Painting Diptych of Nocturnal Flower Fields, PaperBy Natalia RomanLocated in Barcelona, ES"Nocturnal Flower Fields" is an abstract painting by Spanish artist Natalia Roman. It is a beautiful abstract architectural painting of unique blurry shapes brushstrokes in pastel Ar...Category
2010s Abstract Impressionist Abstract Paintings
MaterialsOil Pastel, Oil, Acrylic, Watercolor, Gouache
