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Theodor Paul Etbauer
J. Kosbü Optik by Theodor Paul Etbauer, Modernist optometry lithograph c. 1920

c. 1920

$700
£537.57
€616.05
CA$985.43
A$1,103.90
CHF 574.16
MX$13,465.25
NOK 7,309.86
SEK 6,892.68
DKK 4,598.02

About the Item

Expressionist lithographic poster by Theodor Paul Etbauer for J. Kosbü Optik, a German optometry practice. Etbauer elegantly merges art and advertisement with a simple, striking design, flat Modernist color palette, and Expressionist typography. Published by Coutinho & Meyer Gegr. This artwork is presented in archival rag mat and arrives accompanied by a certificate of authenticity. Notable museum collections featuring works by Theodor Paul Etbauer include: Museum of Modern Art, New York City
  • Creator:
    Theodor Paul Etbauer (1892 - 1975, German)
  • Creation Year:
    c. 1920
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 8.5 in (21.59 cm)Width: 11.38 in (28.91 cm)Depth: 0.2 in (5.08 mm)
  • Medium:
  • Movement & Style:
  • Period:
  • Condition:
    Toning along upper. right, and lower edges. Light fold in lower right corner, faint pencil line in left margin. Image pristine and will frame beautifully.
  • Gallery Location:
    Chicago, IL
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU149327872212

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