50
Rolf Nesch
Atomblume, 1953
Print
Starting bid:
€ 4,500 Estimate:
€ 5,000 - 7,000End: 11-15-25 15:24:00 Berlin
11-15-25 09:24:00 New York
11-15-25 06:24:00 Los Angeles (30 days, 22h:52m)
11-15-25 09:24:00 New York
11-15-25 06:24:00 Los Angeles (30 days, 22h:52m)
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Lot description
Atomblume. 1953.
Color metal Print.
Signed, titled, numbered and inscribed "Probedruck". One of at least 2 copies. On firm Van Geldern wove paper (with the watermark). 55.3 x 46 cm (21.7 x 18.1 in). Sheet: 64,7 x 50,8 cm (25,19 x 19,68 in).
[MH].
• With his metal prints, Rolf Nesch transforms wire mesh, metal plates, and other materials into unique relief prints.
• The Kunstmuseum Stuttgart dedicates an exhibition to Nesch's prints and relief works starting in November 2025.
• To date, no copies have been offered on the international auction market (source: artprice.com).
PROVENANCE: Private collection (since 1960s, acquired from the artist).
Private collection, Baden-Württemberg (durch Erbschaft vom Vorgenannten).
LITERATURE: Sidsel Helliesen, Bodil Sørensen, Rolf Nesch. The Complete Graphic Works, Milan 2009, CR no. 685 (illu. of a different copy).
In good condition. Minimally sunned. Small tear (approx. 10 mm) on the left edge of the sheet. The upper left corner has slight bruising. The right edge of the sheet has a barely noticeable crease.
Color metal Print.
Signed, titled, numbered and inscribed "Probedruck". One of at least 2 copies. On firm Van Geldern wove paper (with the watermark). 55.3 x 46 cm (21.7 x 18.1 in). Sheet: 64,7 x 50,8 cm (25,19 x 19,68 in).
[MH].
• With his metal prints, Rolf Nesch transforms wire mesh, metal plates, and other materials into unique relief prints.
• The Kunstmuseum Stuttgart dedicates an exhibition to Nesch's prints and relief works starting in November 2025.
• To date, no copies have been offered on the international auction market (source: artprice.com).
PROVENANCE: Private collection (since 1960s, acquired from the artist).
Private collection, Baden-Württemberg (durch Erbschaft vom Vorgenannten).
LITERATURE: Sidsel Helliesen, Bodil Sørensen, Rolf Nesch. The Complete Graphic Works, Milan 2009, CR no. 685 (illu. of a different copy).
In good condition. Minimally sunned. Small tear (approx. 10 mm) on the left edge of the sheet. The upper left corner has slight bruising. The right edge of the sheet has a barely noticeable crease.
50
Rolf Nesch
Atomblume, 1953
Print
Starting bid:
€ 4,500 Estimate:
€ 5,000 - 7,000End: 11-15-25 15:24:00 Berlin
11-15-25 09:24:00 New York
11-15-25 06:24:00 Los Angeles (30 days, 22h:52m)
11-15-25 09:24:00 New York
11-15-25 06:24:00 Los Angeles (30 days, 22h:52m)
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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