Erik Ortvad
Oil-chalk painting with abstract shapes in warm colors from 1947
Item number: 638011
Description: Erik Ortvad (1917-2008), oil pastel painting with abstract shapes in warm colors. It is mounted in a silver frame behind glass.
The work is signed and dated 1947.
The work shows a dynamic, organic composition with swirling lines and soft earth and pastel colors, which is very characteristic of the early, spontaneous experiments that led to the formation of the avant-garde movement CoBrA, of which Erik Ortvad was a member.
Frame dimensions 46.0 x 38.0 cm., the work measures 30.5 x 22.8 cm.
The frame has a little patina, otherwise excellent condition.
This item can be purchased at:
Antik K
Knabrostræde 13
1210 København K
29 72 20 28
