Josef Albers Vintage 1969 Mid Century Modernist Fine Art Silkscreen Print " Homage to the Square " Framed Large Exhibition Poster

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This Josef Albers very rare vintage Mid Century Modernist fine art silkscreen print " Homage to the Square " custom … more This Josef Albers very rare vintage Mid Century Modernist fine art silkscreen print " Homage to the Square " custom framed large iconic exhibition poster is an incredibly special and unique piece to add to your collection.

The Modernist exhibition poster print is published by the famous Galerie Thomas, Munchen. Printed in Germany in 1969 in an unnumbered limited edition on the occasion of the " Ausstellung Von Grafiken ( Exhibition of Graphics ) " exhibition. It features an artwork image by Albers from his iconic series " Homage to the Square ".

This is a rare opportunity for true Josef Albers and Modernism fans and collectors both as this coveted image fine art silkscreen print exhibition poster is long out of print and very scarce to find.

Josef Albers ( 1888 - 1976 ) was a German born artist and educator whose work, both in Europe and The United States formed the basis of Modern Art education programs of The 20th Century. Albers was a student at The Bauhaus in 1920, later being invited by the founder Walter Gropius to become an educator at the school. There his students included established artists Wassily Kandinsky and Paul Klee.

In the 1930's Albers emigrated to The United States where he would become the head of the new art school Black Mountain College, and later in the 1950's he became head of the department of design at Yale University. His students in American included Robert Rauschenberg, Cy Twombly, Richard Anuskiewicz, and Eva Hesse among others.

Accomplished as a designer, photographer, typographer, printmaker, and poet, Albers is best remembered for his work as an Abstract painter and an invaluable contributor as an art theorist of color theory. He is considered to be one of the most influential visual artists of The Twentieth Century. Artworks by Albers are included in the collections of many of the world's most prestigious museums.

The Galerie Thomas was founded in 1964 in Munich Germany by the then 26-year-old Raimund Thomas, who wanted to create a space for people who think unconventionally. Not only an exhibit and sales gallery but also a place for discussion about art and life. The gallery soon became a world renown destination for international Modern Art, showcasing the art works of an impressive list of the most influential luminaries of the art world.

The rare out of print framed large format Modernist exhibition poster measures 27 1/2" W X 36 3/4" H X 1 3/8" D. It is custom framed with UV protective plexiglass in a Contemporary Modern recessed beveled detail butternut squash canary yellow matte eggshell finish wood frame molding, with an attached hanging wire on the reverse back side for easy wall installation.

It is in excellent " like new " condition. The poster print is in excellent " like new " vintage condition consistent with age, light signs of handling, and light minor surface wear. It is brand newly custom framed and has never been displayed. Please see photos for condition reference. It is now being offered here for an excellent price. less