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Reiner Keller
Original Contemporary Female Nude Figurative Drawing

2012

About the Item

Captivating pen and ink female figurative by artist and architect Reiner Keller (Swiss/American, 1926-2024), dated 2012 This nude figure drawing is calm yet expressive at the same time. The seated woman rests her hand on her stomach with closed eyes as sketchy but confident pen lines outline her forms. Various shades of ink have been painted to shade the piece giving it a sense of volume. This black and white piece is displayed with an eggshell colored matting. Medium: Pen and ink on paper Signature: Lower left bottom edge Paper size: 8" x 10" Matt size: 14" x 16" on foam backing board. This is one of many inks by Reiner Keller whom was born in Switzerland and graduated from the Zurich School of Arts and Crafts as a cabinet maker and designer. He moved to San Francisco, California and received a "Recognition of Excellence Award" from the American Institute of Architects for his work on the Buena Vista Winery in Sonoma after becoming a licensed architect. His drawings and paintings have been displayed in multiple exhibitions in Sonoma and Oakland, California, primarily focusing on figure drawings and dreamlike abstract paintings.
  • Creator:
    Reiner Keller (1926 - 2024, Swiss)
  • Creation Year:
    2012
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 16 in (40.64 cm)Width: 14 in (35.56 cm)Depth: 0.25 in (6.35 mm)
  • Medium:
  • Movement & Style:
  • Period:
  • Condition:
    Very minor indentation on the left side of the Matt as well as subtle pencil line on the upper right. Some ink spots and subtle ink smears in the upper right area of the piece.
  • Gallery Location:
    Soquel, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 002KL1stDibs: LU54215904562

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