Wols: Alfred Otto Wolfgang Schulze 1913-1951

A catalog for a retrospective exhibition of Wols (Alfred Otto Wolfgang Schulze), known as a pioneer of abstract painting. Published in conjunction with an exhibition held in 1977, it traces his creative journey through paintings, drawings, and prints. Limited to 300 copies.

Born in Germany and primarily active in France, Wols is one of the artists who profoundly influenced post-war European art. In addition to reproductions of his works, this book includes texts by his wife Gréty Wols, Shuzo Takiguchi, and Yusuke Nakahara, offering a multifaceted interpretation of his art and the historical context.

Wols's work, which evolved from intricate line drawings to abstract painting expressions, holds a significant position in the context of post-war art and Art Informel. This exhibition catalog is now a rare find.

[Title] Wols: Alfred Otto Wolfgang Schulze 1913-1951
[Publisher] Galerie Vosard
[Publication Date] 1977
[Page Count] 50 pages
[Dimensions] Approx. 1852404mm / 165g
[Format] Softcover
[Language] Japanese
[Title Reading] Wols
[Author/Editor] Gréty Wols/text, Shuzo Takiguchi/text, Yusuke Nakahara/text, Fuji Television Gallery/planning
[Printing] -
[ISBN] -
[Condition] Used [5] Good (minor peeling on cover and spine, minor corner wear, minor tanning on edges)
[Accessories] None
[Featured In] -
[Related Exhibition] Wols Exhibition (1977)

Alfred Otto Wolfgang Schulze (Alfred Otto Wolfgang Schulze) 1913-1951

Born in Berlin, Germany. Painter, photographer.

Moved to France in the 1930s and worked under the name "Wols." He explored various forms of expression including photography, drawings, watercolors, and oil paintings.

He is recognized as a pioneer of Art Informel and abstract expression in post-war European art, often mentioned alongside artists such as Jean Dubuffet and Jean Fautrier.

His representative works include "Blue Phantom," "Composition," and "L'Oeil de Dieu."

Major collections include the Centre Pompidou, Museum of Modern Art (New York), Tate, and Staatliche Museen zu Berlin.

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