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Frederik Ottesen
Encaustic Abstract Untitled Painting 002 by Frederik Ottesen

Circa 1956

About the Item

The texture of this artwork is mesmerizing. Seen from a distance, this painting invites the viewer to come closer and they are rewarded with the gorgeous encaustic surface Ottesen created. Framed this piece measures 30" x 37" x 1", and unframed it measures 29" x 36". Frederik Lund Ottesen studied at the University of Gettysburg, and later at the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Art, where he won the school's most prestigious prize. Arriving in Paris in 1938, Ottesen entered Georges Braque's atelier and exhibited with the Galerie des Quatre Chemins until the second world war. After a distinguished military career, Ottesen returned to France and became friends with Hans Hartung. At this time, he began to paint abstractions. He showed extensively throughout Europe in the 50s and 60s, and was affiliated with the prestigious Galerie Coard in Paris and Downtown Gallery in NY.
  • Creator:
    Frederik Ottesen (1913 - 1975, American)
  • Creation Year:
    Circa 1956
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 29 in (73.66 cm)Width: 28 in (71.12 cm)
  • Medium:
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  • Condition:
  • Gallery Location:
    Hudson, NY
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: OtFr0021stDibs: LU2465212102242
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