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Homage to the Square After Josef Albers Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Homage to the square after Josef Albers rug by Doris Leslie Blau.
Size: 10'0" × 15'0" (304 × 457
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Tibetan Modern North and South American Rugs
Materials
Silk
The Many Faces of Red 'Rug' After Josef Albers
By Josef Albers
Located in Jersey City, NJ
association with the Josef and Anni Albers Foundation.
This beautiful, hand-tufted, 100% wool rug is
Category
2010s European Bauhaus Western European Rugs
Materials
Wool
Homage to the Square Rug 'Beige/Pink/Burgundy' by Josef Albers
By Josef Albers
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Josef Albers. The rug is available in a limited edition of 150 and produced in association with the
Category
2010s Indian Western European Rugs
Materials
Wool
Modern Moroccan Rug Inspired by Josef Albers with Holistic Bauhaus Design
By Josef Albers
Located in Dallas, TX
asymmetrical vertical bands in alternating colors of ivory and ebony. Drawing inspiration from Josef Albers
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Bauhaus Moroccan and North Afric...
Materials
Wool
Vintage Moroccan Tapestry Area Rug in Magenta, Blue, Green, Gold, Purple
Located in Barrington, IL
, Vintage Boucherouite Rugs, Vintage Rag Rugs, Moroccan Rugs, Josef Albers Rugs, Paul Klee Rugs, Small
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Vintage 1950s Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Vintage Moroccan Tapestry Rug in Abstract Pattern in Blue, Red, Crimson, Black
Located in Barrington, IL
, Josef Albers Rugs, Paul Klee Rugs, Small Moroccan Rugs, Abstract Expressionist Rugs, Beni Ouarain Rugs
Category
Vintage 1960s Moroccan Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Modern Bauhaus Moroccan Rug Inspired by Josef Albers, Ivory & Ebony
By Theo van Doesburg, Josef Albers
Located in Dallas, TX
composed of asymmetrical vertical bands. Drawing inspiration from Josef Albers and Theo van Doesburg, the
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Bauhaus Moroccan and North Afric...
Materials
Wool
Vintage Moroccan Area Rug in Geometric Pattern in Pale Green, yellow, Red, Brown
Located in Barrington, IL
#Moroccan Rugs #Moroccan Kilims #Josef Albers Rugs #Paul Klee Rugs #Abstract Expressionist Rugs #Beni
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Mid-20th Century Moroccan Moroccan and North African Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Moroccan Rug in Geometric Pattern in Purple, Pink, Yellow and Orange
Located in Barrington, IL
#Josef Albers Rugs #Paul Klee Rugs #Abstract Expressionist Rugs #Beni Ouarain Rugs #Moroccan Azilal Rugs
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Mid-20th Century Moroccan Moroccan and North African Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Handwoven Moroccan Boucherouite Shag Rug in Stripe Pattern
Located in Barrington, IL
Boucherouite Rugs, Vintage Rag Rugs, Moroccan Rugs, Moroccan Kilims, Josef Albers Rugs, Paul Klee Rugs, Small
Category
Late 20th Century Moroccan Moroccan and North African Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Tapestry Study Rug by Anni Albers
By Anni Albers
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Produced in association with the Josef and Anni Albers Foundation.
The design for this beautiful
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2010s Asian Central Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
Vintage Handwoven Moroccan Boucherouite Shag Rug in Checkered Pattern in Blue
Located in Barrington, IL
, Moroccan Rugs, Moroccan Kilims, Josef Albers Rugs, Paul Klee Rugs, Small Moroccan Rugs, Abstract
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Late 20th Century Moroccan Moroccan and North African Rugs
Materials
Cotton, Wool
Temple Berry Rug by Anni Albers
By Anni Albers
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Josef and Anni Albers Foundation and Christopher Farr.
The design for this beautiful rug is based on
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2010s Indian Bauhaus North and South American Rugs
Materials
Silk
Temple Emanu-El Rug by Anni Albers
By Anni Albers
Located in Jersey City, NJ
with the Josef and Anni Albers Foundation and Christopher Farr.
The design for this beautiful rug is
Category
2010s Indian Bauhaus North and South American Rugs
Materials
Silk
Vintage Moroccan Kilim in Large Geometric Pattern in Lavender, Ivory, Red, Black
Located in Barrington, IL
Boucherouite Rugs, Vintage Rag Rugs, Moroccan Rugs, Moroccan Kilims, Josef Albers Rugs, Paul Klee Rugs, Small
Category
Late 20th Century Moroccan Moroccan and North African Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Small Runner by Anni Albers
By Anni Albers
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Produced in association with the Josef and Anni Albers Foundation. Certificate of Authenticity
Category
2010s European Caucasian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Handwoven Moroccan Boucherouite Shag Runner In Abstract Pattern in Blue
Located in Barrington, IL
, Josef Albers Rugs, Paul Klee Rugs, Small Moroccan Rugs, Abstract Expressionist Rugs, Beni Ouarain Rugs
Category
Late 20th Century Moroccan Moroccan and North African Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Modern Gray High-Low Rug, Abstract Expressionism Meets Cubism
By Josef Albers, Victor Vasarely
Located in Dallas, TX
form. Drawing inspiration from the spatial relations of Josef Albers and the grid-like paintings of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Indian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Modern Gray Geometric High-Low Rug, Subsuming Beauty Meets Visual Complexity
By Josef Albers, Victor Vasarely
Located in Dallas, TX
.
Drawing inspiration from the spatial relations of Josef Albers and the grid-like paintings of Victor
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Indian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Sasha Bikoff Collection Modern Area Rug Maroon "Goal Aura"
By Sasha Bikoff Interior Design
Located in New York , NY
Design.
Characterful line of hand-knotted rugs, “an ode to the vibrant works of artists Josef Albers and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Central Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
Sasha Bikoff Collection, Modern Area Rug Green Brown "Ripple"
By Sasha Bikoff Interior Design
Located in New York , NY
Design.
Characterful line of hand-knotted rugs, “an ode to the vibrant works of artists Josef Albers and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Central Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
New Contemporary Gray Moroccan Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
inspiration from Gunta Stölzl, Paul Klee and Josef Albers. With its New Nordic Hygge vibes combined with
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Moroccan and North African Rugs
Materials
Wool
Sasha Bikoff Collection Modern Area Rug Pink Colors "Wavey Dahlia"
By Sasha Bikoff Interior Design
Located in New York , NY
Design.
Characterful line of hand-knotted rugs, “an ode to the vibrant works of artists Josef Albers and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Central Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
Sasha Bikoff Collection Modern Area Rug Yellow Colors "Goals Soleil"
By Sasha Bikoff Interior Design
Located in New York , NY
Design.
Characterful line of hand-knotted rugs, “an ode to the vibrant works of artists Josef Albers and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Central Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
Sasha Bikoff Collection Modern Area Rug Blue Colors "Goals Pool"
By Sasha Bikoff Interior Design
Located in New York , NY
Design.
Characterful line of hand knotted rugs, “an ode to the vibrant works of artists Josef Albers and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Central Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
Sasha Bikoff Collection Modern Area Rug Pink Colors "Goals Dahlia"
By Sasha Bikoff Interior Design
Located in New York , NY
Design.
Characterful line of hand knotted rugs, “an ode to the vibrant works of artists Josef Albers and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Central Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
Sasha Bikoff Collection Modern Area Rug Rust Oranges "Goals Bonfire"
By Sasha Bikoff Interior Design
Located in New York , NY
Design.
Characterful line of hand-knotted rugs, “an ode to the vibrant works of artists Josef Albers and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Central Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
Sasha Bikoff Collection Modern Area Rug Gray Colors "Goals Luna"
By Sasha Bikoff Interior Design
Located in New York , NY
Design.
Characterful line of hand-knotted rugs, “an ode to the vibrant works of artists Josef Albers and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Central Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
Sasha Bikoff Collection, Modern Area Rug Maroon "Set Aura" 6' Round
By Sasha Bikoff Interior Design
Located in New York , NY
Interior Design.
Characterful line of hand knotted rugs, “an ode to the vibrant works of artists Josef
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Central Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
Sasha Bikoff Collection, Modern Area Rug Blue and White "Set Pool"
By Sasha Bikoff Interior Design
Located in New York , NY
Interior Design.
Characterful line of hand knotted rugs, “an ode to the vibrant works of artists Josef
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Central Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
Sasha Bikoff Collection, Modern Area Rug Green Brown "Ripple" 6'x9'
By Sasha Bikoff Interior Design
Located in New York , NY
Design.
Characterful line of hand-knotted rugs, “an ode to the vibrant works of artists Josef Albers and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Central Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
Sasha Bikoff Collection Modern Area Rug Light Cream Colors "Goals Cloud"
By Sasha Bikoff Interior Design
Located in New York , NY
Design.
Characterful line of hand-knotted rugs, “an ode to the vibrant works of artists Josef Albers and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Central Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
Sasha Bikoff Collection Modern Area Rug Pink Colors, "Wavey Dahlia" 6'x9'
By Sasha Bikoff Interior Design
Located in New York , NY
Design.
Characterful line of hand-knotted rugs, “an ode to the vibrant works of artists Josef Albers and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Central Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Chenille, Silk, Bamboo
Sasha Bikoff Collection Modern Area Rug Multi-Color White Ground, "Goal" 8x10
By Sasha Bikoff Interior Design
Located in New York , NY
Design.
Characterful line of hand-knotted rugs, “an ode to the vibrant works of artists Josef Albers and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Central Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
Sasha Bikoff Collection Modern Area Rug Pink Colors "Wavey Dahlia" 8'x10'
By Sasha Bikoff Interior Design
Located in New York , NY
Design.
Characterful line of hand-knotted rugs, “an ode to the vibrant works of artists Josef Albers and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Central Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
Sasha Bikoff Collection, Modern Area Rug Light Grey "Set Cloud" 6' Round
By Sasha Bikoff Interior Design
Located in New York , NY
Interior Design.
Characterful line of hand knotted rugs, “an ode to the vibrant works of artists Josef
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Central Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
Sasha Bikoff Collection, Modern Area Rug Light Grey "Set Luna" 6' Round
By Sasha Bikoff Interior Design
Located in New York , NY
Interior Design.
Characterful line of hand knotted rugs, “an ode to the vibrant works of artists Josef
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Central Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
Sasha Bikoff Collection, Modern Area Rug Burgundy Mulberry "Set Dahlia" 6' Round
By Sasha Bikoff Interior Design
Located in New York , NY
Interior Design.
Characterful line of hand knotted rugs, “an ode to the vibrant works of artists Josef
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Central Asian Rugs
Materials
Silk, Wool
Sasha Bikoff Collection, Modern Area Rug in Greens "Set Seaweed" 6' Round
By Sasha Bikoff Interior Design
Located in New York , NY
Interior Design.
Characterful line of hand knotted rugs, “an ode to the vibrant works of artists Josef
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Central Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
Sasha Bikoff Collection, Modern Area Rug Rust Orange "Set Bonfire" 6' Round
By Sasha Bikoff Interior Design
Located in New York , NY
Interior Design.
Characterful line of hand knotted rugs, “an ode to the vibrant works of artists Josef
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Central Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
Sasha Bikoff Collection, Modern Area Rug in Yellows "Set Soleil" round 6'
By Sasha Bikoff Interior Design
Located in New York , NY
Interior Design.
Characterful line of hand-knotted rugs, “an ode to the vibrant works of artists Josef
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Central Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
Sasha Bikoff Collection Modern Area Rug Pink Colors "Wavey Dahlia" 10'x14'
By Sasha Bikoff Interior Design
Located in New York , NY
Design.
Characterful line of hand knotted rugs, “an ode to the vibrant works of artists Josef Albers and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Central Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
Sasha Bikoff Collection Modern Area Rug in Green Tones, "Zone Seaweed" 6'x9'
By Sasha Bikoff Interior Design
Located in New York , NY
Interior Design. Characterful line of hand-knotted rugs, “an ode to the vibrant works of artists Josef
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Central Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
Sasha Bikoff Collection Modern Area Rug Multi-Color white ground, "Goal" 6'X9'
By Sasha Bikoff Interior Design
Located in New York , NY
Design.
Characterful line of hand-knotted rugs, “an ode to the vibrant works of artists Josef Albers and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Central Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Chenille, Silk, Bamboo
Sasha Bikoff Collection, Modern Area Rug Light Cream Colors "Set Cloud" 6' Round
By Sasha Bikoff Interior Design
Located in New York , NY
Interior Design.
Characterful line of hand knotted rugs, “an ode to the vibrant works of artists Josef
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Central Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
Sasha Bikoff Collection Modern Area Rug Multi-Color White Ground "Goals" 10'x14'
By Sasha Bikoff Interior Design
Located in New York , NY
Design.
Characterful line of hand-knotted rugs, “an ode to the vibrant works of artists Josef Albers and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Central Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
Sasha Bikoff Collection Modern Area Rug Multi-Color White Ground, "Goals" 9'x12'
By Sasha Bikoff Interior Design
Located in New York , NY
Design.
Characterful line of hand-knotted rugs, “an ode to the vibrant works of artists Josef Albers and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Central Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
Vintage Boujad Moroccan Rug, Abstract Cubism Meets Global Bohemian
By Berber Tribes of Morocco
Located in Dallas, TX
homage to the artistic brilliance of Josef Albers and Paul Klee. Drawing inspiration from the realms of
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Mid-20th Century Moroccan Bohemian Moroccan and North African Rugs
Materials
Wool
New Color Block Moroccan Style Rug Inspired by Gunta Stölzl
By Gunta Stölzl
Located in Dallas, TX
from Gunta Stölzl, Paul Klee and Josef Albers. Rendered in variegated shades of blue, violet, yellow
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Bauhaus Moroccan and North African ...
Materials
Wool
Vintage Blue Beni MGuild Moroccan Rug, Modern Boho Meets Marrakech Paradise
By Beni M'Guild
Located in Dallas, TX
fusion of Abstract Expressionism inspired by Josef Albers' monochromatic palette, European artistry from
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Late 20th Century Moroccan Modern Moroccan and North African Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Blue Beni MGuild Moroccan Rug, Modern Boho Meets Marrakech Paradise
By Beni M'Guild
Located in Dallas, TX
fusion of Abstract Expressionism inspired by Josef Albers' monochromatic palette, European artistry from
Category
Late 20th Century Moroccan Bohemian Moroccan and North African Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Blue Beni Mrirt Moroccan Rug, Cozy Nomad Meets Bohemian Enchantment
By Beni Mrirt, Berber Tribes of Morocco
Located in Dallas, TX
the essence of Abstract Expressionism from Josef Albers' monochromatic side, the European artistry of
Category
Mid-20th Century Moroccan Bohemian Moroccan and North African Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Blue Beni MGuild Moroccan Rug, Bohemian Paradise Meets Cozy Nomad
By Beni M'Guild, Berber Tribes of Morocco
Located in Dallas, TX
fusion of Abstract Expressionism from Josef Albers monochromatic side, European artistry by French
Category
Late 20th Century Moroccan Bohemian Moroccan and North African Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Blue Beni Mrirt Moroccan Rug, Cozy Nomad Meets Tribal Enchantment
By Beni Mrirt, Berber Tribes of Morocco
Located in Dallas, TX
Expressionism from Josef Albers monochromatic side, European artistry by French painter Jacques Majorelle and
Category
Late 20th Century Moroccan Expressionist Moroccan and North African Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Blue Beni Mrirt Moroccan Rug, Cozy Nomad Meets Bohemian Enchantment
By Berber Tribes of Morocco
Located in Dallas, TX
testament to the fusion of artistic influences, including Abstract Expressionism from Josef Albers
Category
Late 20th Century Moroccan Bohemian Moroccan and North African Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Blue Beni Mrirt Moroccan Rug, Cozy Nomad Meets Laid-Back Luxury
By Beni Mrirt, Berber Tribes of Morocco
Located in Dallas, TX
Expressionism from Josef Albers monochromatic side, European artistry by French painter Jacques Majorelle and
Category
Late 20th Century Moroccan Tribal Moroccan and North African Rugs
Materials
Wool
Homage to the Square rug by Josef Albers, edition of 150 pieces
By Josef Albers, Christopher Farr
Located in Cologne, DE
manufacturer Christopher Farr Editions make together with the Josef and Anni Albers Foundation a rug edition of
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Vintage 1950s British Modern Western European Rugs
Materials
Wool
"Fire" Modern Loom-Knotted Natural Silk Rug Josef Albers inspired 2014
By Classic Rug Collection
Located in Paris, FR
pattern in the world. Inspired by the work of Josef Albers.
4'7" x 7' (140 cm x 214 cm).
Was
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Indian Rugs
Materials
Silk
Homage to the Square Rug by Josef Albers
By Josef Albers
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Josef Albers. The rug is available in a limited edition of 150 and produced in association with the
Category
2010s Indian More Carpets
Materials
Wool
Study Rug by Anni Albers
By Anni Albers
Located in Jersey City, NJ
This hand-tufted wool rug by Anni Albers is based on the 1926 cotton and silk original, now part of
Category
2010s Indian Bauhaus North and South American Rugs
Materials
Wool
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Josef Albers Rug For Sale on 1stDibs
Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the josef albers rug you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of fabric, wool and silk, every josef albers rug was constructed with great care. If you’re shopping for a josef albers rug, we have 1 options in-stock, while there are 11 modern editions to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the josef albers rug you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right josef albers rug, those designed in modern styles are of considerable interest. Anni Albers and Berber Tribes of Morocco each produced at least one beautiful josef albers rug that is worth considering.
How Much is a Josef Albers Rug?
Prices for a josef albers rug start at $995 and top out at $18,000 with the average selling for $1,600.
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Questions About Josef Albers Rug
- Who is Josef Albers?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Josef Albers is an artist associated with the Bauhaus movement who lived from 1888 to 1976. He developed an important color theory hypothesis and employed it in works like his "Homage to the Square" series. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Josef Albers art.
- When was Josef Albers born?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Josef Albers was born on March 19, 1888, in Bottrop, Germany. He would go on to become a leader of the modern art movement and to make huge strides in the area of color theory research. Shop a selection of Josef Albers art on 1stDibs.
- What is Josef Albers known for?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Josef Albers is known for his work as a painter, educator and writer. His work as an artist helped to define the modern period and advance color theory, changing the way future generations approached their own art. His "Homage to the Square" series contains his most famous pieces. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Josef Albers art.
- How do I pronounce Josef Albers?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022To pronounce Josef Albers, say "JOW-suf ALL-burz." His first name is the German spelling of the English name Joseph and said in much the same way. His last name is also of German origin. On 1stDibs, find a range of Josef Albers art.
- What inspired Josef Albers?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022What inspired Josef Albers changed over the course of his life. During the Bauhaus period, his colleagues Johannes Itten and László Moholy-Nagy greatly influenced his work. In the 1950s, Albers and his wife, textile artist Anni Albers, frequently traveled to Mexico to draw inspiration from the local architecture and art. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Josef Albers art.
- Where did Josef Albers teach?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Josef Albers taught at more than one school during the course of his life. After a brief period of time as an elementary school teacher in Bottrop, Germany, he enrolled in the Bauhaus school and began teaching classes there within a few years. After moving to the U.S., he taught at Black Mountain College in North Carolina and the Yale University School of Art in Connecticut. Shop a range of Josef Albers art on 1stDibs.
- Who were Josef Albers’ parents?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Josef Albers's parents were Magdalena and Lorenz Albers. His father worked as a handyman, painting houses, performing repairs and doing carpentry jobs, and his mother came from a long line of blacksmiths. You'll find a variety of Josef Albers art on 1stDibs.
- How did Josef Albers paint?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Josef Albers usually painted with a palette knife instead of a paintbrush, liking how the increased level of control allowed him to create sharp, well-defined lines. He rarely used a palette, normally applying paint right from the tube. Usually, he produced his pieces on Masonite board to add texture to the compositions. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Josef Albers art.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Josef Albers framed his work in different ways throughout his career, but he is most well known for the compositions of his "Homage to the Square" series. These oil paintings featured bold squares in varying hues that demonstrated how colors impact one another. Albers framed the squares with mathematical precision, masterfully fusing geometry with art. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Josef Albers artistic expression.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Over the course of his long career, Josef Albers painted in more than one movement. His early work fits the characteristics of Bauhaus artists, while his later compositions are in line with the features of geometric abstraction. Find a collection of Josef Albers art on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Josef Albers used the same materials throughout his career. Usually, he preferred oil paints, which he applied with a palette knife instead of a brush. Much of his work appears on textured masonite board. Find a selection of Josef Albers art on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Josef Albers's color theory holds that the only way to fully understand a single color is to view it alongside other colors. He believed that surrounding colors had the ability to change the perception of a hue, and he used his "Homage to the Square" series to demonstrate this. Find a variety of Josef Albers art on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Josef Albers taught many subjects at the Bauhaus. When he began as a teacher, he oversaw the Vorkurs, the introductory course that reviewed composition, construction, design, color theory and other fundamentals. In later years, he became a full professor and expanded his course offerings. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Josef Albers art.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Josef Albers came to America in 1933 after the Nazis shuttered the Bauhaus. He and his wife, the textile artist Anni Albers, originally settled in North Carolina. During his time there, Albers taught at Black Mountain College. Shop a variety of Josef Albers art on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022No, Josef Albers's art is generally not considered fauve. Fauvism refers to an art movement that lasted from 1904 to around 1910 and included artists like Henri Matisse and André Derain. Although these artists' use of color likely influenced Josef Albers, historians associate him with the Bauhaus movement that lasted from 1919 to 1933. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Josef Albers art.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Josef Albers taught at the Yale University School of Art from 1950 until 1958. In addition to instructing classes, he served as the dean of the university's Department of Design. You can find a range of Josef Albers art on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Josef Albers went to more than one school during the course of his life. He attended the Königliche Kunstschule in Berlin and earned a teaching certification after he graduated in 1915. In 1920, he enrolled at the Bauhaus school. Within three years, he began teaching the introductory course at the institution. Shop a collection of Josef Albers art on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022To get Josef Albers paintings appraised, search for certified art appraisers in your area who are knowledgeable about works from the modern period. You may be able to get a rough idea of the value from an online search, but a true determination of what a painting is worth requires a close inspection by a professional. On 1stDibs, find a collection of expertly vetted Josef Albers art.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Josef Albers taught at an elementary school in the town of Bottrop, Germany, during the early 20th century. The name of the school is unknown. Albers would go on to teach at the Bauhaus and Yale University. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Josef Albers art.
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