2 Blauflügel Ara (Blue Winged Macaws) by Martin Erich Philipp
2 Blauflügel Ara (Blue Winged Macaws)
Martin Erich Philipp
Title
2 Blauflügel Ara (Blue Winged Macaws)
Artist
Year
1926
Technique
color woodcut
Image Size
11 1/8 x 7 1/2" image
Signature
pencil, lower right
Edition Size
not stated
Annotations
the artist's chop MEPH in lower right image
Reference
Dresden 28
Paper
laid Japan paper
State
proof
Publisher
artist
Inventory ID
16327
Price
$500.00
Description
Martin Erich Philipp keeps the background of this image monochromatic in order to allow the rich, bright colors of the macaws' feathers to pop forward - an exemplary work by an artist whose life mostly remains a mystery. The Austrian-born Philipp worked in the U.S. and is best known for his color woodcuts of birds and floral subjects. Aside from this, little is found. Follow the biography above to learn more about this talented printmaker and find a link to a catalogue of his works being compiled by print enthusiast The Linosaurus.