Modern & Contemporary Art –
Private Collections and Outstanding Works - Auction ends: February 15, 2026 from 3:00 pm
Private Collections and Outstanding Works - Auction ends: February 15, 2026 from 3:00 pm
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Georg Karl Pfahler
Espan, 1981
Acrylic on canvas
Starting bid:
€ 3,000 Estimate:
€ 3,000 - 5,000End: 02-15-26 16:18:00 Berlin
02-15-26 10:18:00 New York
02-15-26 07:18:00 Los Angeles (30 days, 06h:17m)
02-15-26 10:18:00 New York
02-15-26 07:18:00 Los Angeles (30 days, 06h:17m)
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Lot description
Georg Karl Pfahler
1926 - 2002
Espan. 1981.
Acrylic on canvas.
Twice signed and inscribed “50/100” and “oben” (top) on the reverse, as well as with a direction arrow. 70 x 70 cm (27.5 x 27.5 in). [JS].
• Georg Karl Pfahler, together with Günter Fruhtrunk, is one of the most important representatives of Hard Edge in Europe.
• The complex relationship between form, color, and space is at the center of his artistic work.
• Through their implementation in a stencil-like manner and flat-looking, geometric compositions, Pfahler's paintings unfold their immediate effect.
PROVENANCE: Private collection, Bavaria (since ca. 2012).
Primarily in the marginal areas with slight rubbing marks and minor retouching. Diagonal pressure mark in the black area at the bottom left. Stretcher frame slightly visible on the recto side. Partially minimal surface rubbing or soiling.
1926 - 2002
Espan. 1981.
Acrylic on canvas.
Twice signed and inscribed “50/100” and “oben” (top) on the reverse, as well as with a direction arrow. 70 x 70 cm (27.5 x 27.5 in). [JS].
• Georg Karl Pfahler, together with Günter Fruhtrunk, is one of the most important representatives of Hard Edge in Europe.
• The complex relationship between form, color, and space is at the center of his artistic work.
• Through their implementation in a stencil-like manner and flat-looking, geometric compositions, Pfahler's paintings unfold their immediate effect.
PROVENANCE: Private collection, Bavaria (since ca. 2012).
Primarily in the marginal areas with slight rubbing marks and minor retouching. Diagonal pressure mark in the black area at the bottom left. Stretcher frame slightly visible on the recto side. Partially minimal surface rubbing or soiling.
158
Georg Karl Pfahler
Espan, 1981
Acrylic on canvas
Starting bid:
€ 3,000 Estimate:
€ 3,000 - 5,000End: 02-15-26 16:18:00 Berlin
02-15-26 10:18:00 New York
02-15-26 07:18:00 Los Angeles (30 days, 06h:17m)
02-15-26 10:18:00 New York
02-15-26 07:18:00 Los Angeles (30 days, 06h:17m)
After entering your maximum bid you will be able to check your entry and you will be provided with further information. Only after a further confirmation your bid will be binding.
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