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Michel Fingesten
Ex Libris - Original Woodcut by M. Fingesten - Early 1900

Early 1900

$825.04
£621.42
€700
CA$1,137.76
A$1,278.22
CHF 667.87
MX$15,601.30
NOK 8,480.04
SEK 7,982.17
DKK 5,328.13

About the Item

Image dimensions: 11.5 x 9 cm. Ex Libris is an original woodcut print realized by Michel Fingesten. Hand-signed on the lower center and hand written notes. Mint conditions. Sheet Dimension: 15 x 20 Ex Libris is a Latin phrase meaning a bookplate that identifies the owner of the book into which it is pasted. In this artwork there is an entrance to a church, with a crucifix and two initials at the bottom "G" and "B". Behind the door of the church a large human face is the background. Michel Fingesten (Butzkowitz, 1884 - Cerisano, 1943) was a Czech painter and engraver of Jewish origin. He is considered one of the greatest ex-libris artists in history. Michel Fingesten (Butzkowitz, 1884 - Cerisano, 1943) was a Czech painter and engraver of Jewish origin. He is considered one of the greatest ex-libris artists in history.
  • Creator:
    Michel Fingesten (1884 - 1943, Italian)
  • Creation Year:
    Early 1900
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 5.91 in (15 cm)Width: 7.88 in (20 cm)Depth: 0.08 in (2 mm)
  • Medium:
  • Movement & Style:
  • Period:
  • Framing:
    Framing Options Available
  • Condition:
    Insurance may be requested by customers as additional service, contact us for more information.
  • Gallery Location:
    Roma, IT
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: M-1103011stDibs: LU65036994502

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