Description: One (1) original vintage FRIEDENSREICH HUNDERTWASSER "Le Grand Chemin" print. Signed in plate at the bottom. Stunning work of art. Priced to sell. Framed and ready for display. Please note that the top part has come loose from the matte, as depicted and already reflected in the price. Approx. measurements in inches: 32.5" x 32.5" The artist's statements on this iconic work: "Because of the human scale of this spiral, it seems like a human trap of sorts. I started out exactly in the middle, pushing the spiral a bit further outward each day. The complementary colors red and blue make for a powerfully vibrating tonality. The open spaces within the spiral have been filled in with small fields that add up to form a cross within the spiral. I also had in mind the circular form of hopscotch that kids play and that's called "Snail's Hopscotch" in German (the French call it jeu d'oie). You start hopping and gradually move toward the center, until you miss a field and have to start all over again. You advance and are forced to retreat, just like in real life. Compared to the other images, this one allows for an additional way of viewing, as you do not have to look at it as a whole. Starting in the middle you can follow the entire course of the spiral with your finger or your eyes and become aware of how narrow the path often gets, how its colors change and what obstacles there are on the way. In order to follow the course mechanically you need to allow yourself several minutes at least. Among other things, you will arrive at bulges that seem like lakes or clearings. At the same time, the whole thing resembles a giant coiled-up snake that is digesting a few living beings it has just swallowed. The image is also likely to induce a feeling of dizziness in the viewer. When viewed from a distance, the image as a whole becomes the inside of a long hose seen in perspective, that leads into the blue sky." - Hundertwasser, 1955 "My most significant spiral painting. I always wanted to place it next to the painting "The Kiss" by Klimt, which is also square, to compare the two. The red and blue spiral ribbons shimmer. It is often used for meditative purposes." - Hundertwasser Final sale, no refunds, exchanges, or cancelations. Thanks for looking! Shipping notes:The rates include postage, tracking, insurance, and packaging.Domestic US: Full insurance is included, and a signature is required for delivery.International: International buyers are welcome but are responsible for all shipping and handling costs and any customs/duties that may be levied by their country, which are not included in the shipping rates and typically based on insured value. The USPS Priority international shipping rate includes $100 insurance coverage and tracking. The FedEx International rate includes tracking service and $2,499 insurance coverage. We're not liable for any loss, damage, delays, etc. Any claims remediation must be made by the buyer directly with the carrier. Thanks for looking! Thanks for looking! Shipping notes:The rates include postage, tracking, insurance, and packaging.Domestic US: Full insurance is included, and a signature is required for delivery.International: International buyers are welcome but are responsible for all shipping and handling costs and any customs/duties that may be levied by their country, which are not included in the shipping rates and typically based on insured value. The USPS Priority international shipping rate includes $100 insurance coverage and tracking. The FedEx International rate includes tracking service and $2,499 insurance coverage. We're not liable for any loss, damage, delays, etc. Any claims remediation must be made by the buyer directly with the carrier. Thanks for looking!
Price: 1999.99 USD
Location: California
End Time: 2024-12-16T19:13:03.000Z
Shipping Cost: 198.48 USD
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All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Artist: Friedensreich Hundertwasser
Type: Print
Signed By: Artist (signed in plate)
Signed: Yes
Features: Limited Edition
Original/Licensed Reprint: Original