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Werner Drewes1944 Abstract Oil Painting by Werner Drewes, Mid-Century Modern Masterpiece
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This captivating 1944 abstract oil on canvas by renowned artist Werner Drewes exemplifies mid-century modern art at its finest. Featuring bold, vibrant hues of green, blue, and red, the composition highlights Drewes’ expert command of abstract form and color theory. His dynamic use of color and shape creates a visually compelling, energetic piece that resonates with collectors of modernist abstraction.
Signed by Drewes in the lower right corner, this work is beautifully presented in a custom white frame. The framed dimensions measure 14 ¾ x 16 ¾ x 1 ¾ inches, with the visible image size at 6 ½ x 8 ½ inches, making it a striking, versatile addition to any contemporary or modern art collection.
About the Artist – Werner Drewes:
Werner Drewes (1899–1985) was a German-born artist trained at the Bauhaus under Kandinsky and Klee. After moving to the U.S. in the 1930s, he co-founded the American Abstract Artists group and became a key figure in advancing American modernism. Drewes was known for his vibrant abstract paintings and innovative printmaking, blending European modernist styles with American abstraction. He taught at Columbia University, the Brooklyn Museum School, and the Institute of Design in Chicago. His work is included in major museums such as MoMA, the Smithsonian American Art Museum, and the Whitney Museum.
- Creator:Werner Drewes (1899-1985, American)
- Dimensions:Height: 14.75 in (37.47 cm)Width: 16.75 in (42.55 cm)Depth: 1.75 in (4.45 cm)
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- Condition:very good to excellent condition.
- Gallery Location:Denver, CO
- Reference Number:Seller: 213491stDibs: LU2739756332
Werner Drewes
Werner Drewes was a painter, printmaker, and teacher, who was born in Canig, Germany, in 1899. His father, a Lutheran Minister, hoped he would become an architect, but Werner chose the life of an artist. After he served on the front line in France during the war, Werner was admitted to the Bauhaus in 1921, where he studied under Klee, Itten, and Muche. Later, he traveled through Europe to study such old masters as Tintoretto, Velasquez and El Greco. After marrying Margaret Schrobsdorff, they traveled throughout South America, North America and Asia. In 1930, Werner immigrated to New York City with his family. In New York City, despite the Depression, Werner joined other Bauhaus artists such as Piet Mondrian and Lyonel Feininger to make a living as an artist. This group became the core of the American Abstract Artists group. Werner taught at Columbia University, worked on the design of the 1939 World's Fair building, and had shows at the Museum of Modern Art, Kleeman Gallery, and elsewhere. In 1946, he accepted a tenured position at the Washington University in St. Louis. In his later years, he moved to Virginia and continued to show at galleries in Germany, Turkey, and in the United States. The Smithsonian held a show attributing his 65 years as a printmaker at the Museum for American Artists.
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