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Karl Fred Dahmen Art

German, 1917-1981
Karl Fred Dahmen (1917–1981) was a German painter, sculptor, and printmaker known for his dynamic abstract compositions and expressive use of color and form. Born in Stolberg, Germany, Dahmen initially trained as a blacksmith before studying painting at the Kunstakademie Düsseldorf. He emerged as a prominent figure in the post-war German art scene, experimenting with various styles including abstraction and gestural painting. Dahmen's work often explored themes of nature, industrialization, and the human condition, reflecting his own experiences and observations of the world around him. Throughout his career, he exhibited extensively in Germany and internationally, gaining recognition for his innovative approach to art-making. Today, Dahmen's works can be found in major museums and collections worldwide, where they continue to captivate audiences with their vibrant energy and emotive power.
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Artist: Karl Fred Dahmen
Bastion
By Karl Fred Dahmen
Located in Long Island City, NY
Artist: Karl Fred Dahmen Title: Bastion Year: 1976 Medium: Aquatint Etching, Signed, numbered, dated, and titled in pencil Edition: 49/75 Size: 35 in. x 27.5 in. (88.9 cm x 69.85 cm)
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1970s Minimalist Karl Fred Dahmen Art

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Etching, Aquatint

Germat - Etching by Karl Fred Dahmen
By Karl Fred Dahmen
Located in Roma, IT
Germat is an original color etching realized by the German artist Karl Fred Dahmen in 1974. Hand-signed, titled, dated and numbered on the lower margin. Edition 94 of 100 prints. ...
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1970s Abstract Expressionist Karl Fred Dahmen Art

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Etching

Simmerischer Gercheheim
By Karl Fred Dahmen
Located in Long Island City, NY
Artist: Karl Fred Dahmen Title: Simmerischer Gercheheim Year: 1979 Medium: Aquatint Etching, signed, numbered, dated, and titled in pencil Edition: 57/75 Size: 35 x 28.5 inches (88.9...
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1970s Minimalist Karl Fred Dahmen Art

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Etching, Aquatint

Laffly, Abstract Aquatint Etching by Karl Fred Dahmen
By Karl Fred Dahmen
Located in Long Island City, NY
Artist: Karl Fred Dahmen Title: Laffly Year: 1979 Medium: Etching and Aquatint, signed and numbered in pencil Edition: 14/75 Size: 27 in. x 22.5 in. (68.58 cm x 57.15 cm) Frame...
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1970s Minimalist Karl Fred Dahmen Art

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Aquatint, Etching

Growth/ A Warm Letter, Abstract Aquatint Etching by Karl Fred Dahmen
By Karl Fred Dahmen
Located in Long Island City, NY
Artist: Karl Fred Dahmen Title: Growth / A Warm Letter Year: 1980 Medium: Aquatint Etching, signed, numbered, dated, and titled in pencil Edition: 75 Image Size: 22 x 28.25 inches S...
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1970s Minimalist Karl Fred Dahmen Art

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Etching, Aquatint

Abstract Minimalist Mixed Media Drawing by Karl Dahmen
By Karl Fred Dahmen
Located in Long Island City, NY
Artist: Karl Fred Dahmen Title: Untitled 1 Year: 1980 Medium: Drawing with Mixed Media on Paper, signed and dated Size: 17 x 22 in. (43.18 x 55.88 cm)
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1980s Abstract Expressionist Karl Fred Dahmen Art

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Mixed Media, Laid Paper

Untitled 3, Mixed Media Drawing on paper by Karl Fred Dahmen
By Karl Fred Dahmen
Located in Long Island City, NY
Artist: Karl Fred Dahmen Title: Untitled 3 Year: 1980 Medium: Drawing with Mixed Media on Paper, signed verso Size: 33.5 x 45 in. (85.09 x 114.3 cm)
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1980s Abstract Expressionist Karl Fred Dahmen Art

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Mixed Media, Laid Paper

Abstract Mixed Media Drawing on paper by Karl Fred Dahmen
By Karl Fred Dahmen
Located in Long Island City, NY
Artist: Karl Fred Dahmen Title: Untitled 2 Year: 1980 Medium: Drawing with Mixed Media on Paper, signed verso Size: 33 x 41.5 in. (83.82 x 105.41 cm)
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1980s Abstract Expressionist Karl Fred Dahmen Art

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Mixed Media, Laid Paper

Blankrenz, Abstract Aquatint Etching by Karl Fred Dahmen
By Karl Fred Dahmen
Located in Long Island City, NY
Artist: Karl Fred Dahmen (German, 1917-1981) Title: Blankrenz Year: circa 1979 Medium: Aquatint Etching, signed, numbered, dated, and titled in pencil Edition: 75 Image Size: 16 x ...
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1970s Minimalist Karl Fred Dahmen Art

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Etching, Aquatint

Semiotische Komposition, Abstract Aquatint Etching by Karl Fred Dahmen
By Karl Fred Dahmen
Located in Long Island City, NY
Artist: Karl Fred Dahmen Title: Semiotische Komposition Year: 1977 Medium: Aquatint Etching, signed, numbered, dated, and titled in pencil Edition: 49/75 Image Size: 27.5 x 21.5 inc...
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1970s Minimalist Karl Fred Dahmen Art

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Etching, Aquatint

Abstract Minimalist Mixed Media Drawing by Dahmen
By Karl Fred Dahmen
Located in Long Island City, NY
Artist: Karl Fred Dahmen Title: Untitled 4 Year: 1980 Medium: Drawing with Mixed Media on Paper, signed Size: 31 x 24.5 in. (78.74 x 62.23 cm)
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1980s Abstract Expressionist Karl Fred Dahmen Art

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Mixed Media, Laid Paper

Fin Ph. O., Aquatint Etching by Karl Fred Dahmen
By Karl Fred Dahmen
Located in Long Island City, NY
Artist: Karl Fred Dahmen (German, 1917-1981) Title: Fin Ph. O. Year: circa 1979 Medium: Aquatint Etching, signed, numbered, dated, and titled in pencil Edition: 75 Image Size: 16 x...
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1970s Minimalist Karl Fred Dahmen Art

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Etching, Aquatint

February (abstract print from Domberger series)
By Karl Fred Dahmen
Located in New York, NY
From the "Edition Domberger 1980" Signed and numbered with publisher embossing
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20th Century Abstract Expressionist Karl Fred Dahmen Art

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Screen

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