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.
Werner Drewes Modernist American Painting, Southwest Subject, 1947
By Werner Drewes
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Werner Drewes (1899-1985) oil on canvas, 1947 Titled: “Adobe Village” Measures: 15 ½ x 36 Frame: 21 x 42 Signed lower left and also on the verso In excellent condition. Born in Nie...
Paint
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H 36 in W 25.5 in D 1 in
Large French Expressionist Abstract Oil Painting Beautiful Colors 20th Century
By Jean-Francois Pierre
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Absolutely stunning original French abstract oil painting on canvas, dating to 1961. The work is on a large scale, measuring 36 x 25.5 inches. It i...
Oil, Canvas
$6,500
H 48 in W 36 in D 1.5 in
Love of Solitude (Pastel Vertical Gestural Abstract Painting on Canvas)
By Ragellah Rourke
Located in Hudson, NY
Love of Solitude (Abstract Gestural Pastel Palette Vertical Oil Painting) by Ragellah Rourke 2024 oil on canvas 48 x 36 inches The sides are cleanly painted so framing is optional A...
Canvas, Oil
Meet Me There IV (Abstract Painting)
By Petra Schott
Located in London, GB
This artwork will be shipped rolled in a dent-resistant tube. German artist Petra Schott translates human emotions, memories, and sensory experiences into expressive, lyrical abstr...
Canvas, Charcoal, Oil
Spring Prayer (Abstract Painting)
By Petra Schott
Located in London, GB
This artwork will be shipped rolled in a dent-resistant tube. German artist Petra Schott translates human emotions, memories, and sensory experiences into expressive, lyrical abstr...
Canvas, Oil
Zhizhi Cui Abstract Original Oil On Canvas "Sky View"
Located in New York, NY
Title: Sky View Medium: Oil on canvas Size: 12 x 12 inches Frame: Framing options available! Condition: The painting appears to be in excellent condition. Note: This painting i...
Canvas, Oil
Abstract 2132, Painting, Acrylic on Canvas
By Alex Senchenko
Located in Yardley, PA
Abstract 2132 - painting is a powerful vision of Love’s vibration, Compassion’s strength, and Hope’s vitality. Woosh away your worries! Feel the exhilarating and mighty presence of Warmth of Love lifting you ever higher toward actualizing your deepest dreams. The large one piece, modern look and visual depth of this beautiful piece, Convergence in predominantly Gray hues, take the soul on a journey beyond the temporal, soaring to unrestricted heights. Situate - Inconceivable - as the focal point of your living room, bedroom, or office reception...
Acrylic
Abstract Cork
By Kiz Star
Located in Houston, TX
Modern abstract painting with cut outs and caption "pop goes the cork" by Kiz Star, circa 1990. Signed lower right. Original artwork on paper displayed on a white mat with a gold ...
Acrylic, Paper
New York City Rainy Night Street Scene in Blue
By Bernard Lamotte
Located in Miami, FL
Moody blue night with rain and wind rendered in a post-impressionist style somewhat like that of Albert Marquet. Signed lower right and on verso Provenance: Christie's, Doyle, NY
Canvas, Oil
$980
H 20.87 in W 29.73 in D 1.19 in
Chinese Contemporary Art by Renjie Gao - Confused People Series 07
By Renjie Gao
Located in Paris, IDF
Artwork on colored paper Renjie Gao or Jean-Michel Gao is a Chinese artist born in 1994 in Inner Mongolia. He is a member of New York Hudson Artists Association based in US. He live...
Paper, Oil
Summer Queen (Abstract Painting)
By Petra Schott
Located in London, GB
This artwork will be shipped rolled in a dent-resistant tube. German artist Petra Schott translates human emotions, memories, and sensory experiences into expressive, lyrical abstr...
Canvas, Oil
$1,028
H 19.69 in W 15.75 in D 1.19 in
Still Life - Acrylic on cardboard by Paul Nicholls - 2018
By Paul Nicholls
Located in Roma, IT
Still Life is an original Contemporary Artwork realized by Paul Nicholls (b. 1944) in 2018. Original Acrylic painting on cardboard. Hand-signed and by ...
Acrylic, Cardboard
$6,500
H 22.75 in W 26.75 in D 1.25 in
Early Modern Orange, Blue, and Yellow Toned Abstract City Landscape Painting
Located in Houston, TX
Early modern colorful abstract city landscape by American artist Richard W. Dempsey. The work features a heavily abstracted street scene of the front of a building with a white door ...
Oil, Canvas
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H 14.75 in W 16.75 in D 1.75 in
1944 Abstract Oil Painting by Werner Drewes, Mid-Century Modern Masterpiece
By Werner Drewes
Located in Denver, CO
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, ...
Oil
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H 18 in W 22 in
WPA Modern Mid-Century Abstract German American Oil Painting Non Objective
By Werner Drewes
Located in New York, NY
Werner Drewes (German/American 1899 – 1985) "Abstract," WPA Modern Mid-Century German American Oil Painting Non Objective, 13 x 17 inches. Signed lower righ...
Canvas, Oil
Abstract
By Werner Drewes
Located in Saratoga Springs, NY
Signed lower right WERNER DREWES 1899 Germany--1985 USA The son of a Lutheran minister who was interested in archaeology and the natural sciences, WERNER DREWES believed that art p...
Mixed Media
Mountain Lake
By Werner Drewes
Located in Denver, CO
An abstracted view of a mountain lake (most likely from Colorado). Housed in a custom hardwood frame. Outer dimensions measure 29.75 x 23.5 x 2 inches; ...
Oil