Tadeus Kantor (Poland 1915 - 1990) Large Oil/Mixed
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Tadeus Kantor (1915 - 1990) was active/lived in Poland. Tadeus Kantor is known for Abstract painting, assemblage, set design.
Large Oil and Mixed Media on Board
Signed On Lower Right Corner, Signed additionally on verso.
Beautiful Condition. With Frame.
Painting's age is estimate circa 1960s by checking the age of the artwork and medium.
Size of the painting is 18 By 26 inches, frame is 24 by 32 inches
Born in Wielopole Skrzynskie, Galicia (then in Austria-Hungary), Kantor graduated from the Cracow Academy in 1939. During the Nazi occupation of Poland, he founded the Independent Theatre, and served as a professor at the Academy of Fine Arts in Kraków as well as a director of experimental theatre in Kraków from 1942 to 1944. After the war, he became known for his avant-garde work in stage design including designs for Saint Joan (1956) and Measure for Measure (1956). Specific examples of such changes to standard theatre were stages that extended out into the audience, and the use of mannequins as real-life actors.
Disenchanted with the growing institutionalization of avant-garde, in 1955 he with a group of visual artists formed a new theatre ensemble called Cricot 2. In the 1960s, Cricot 2 gave performances in many theatres in Poland and abroad, gaining recognition for their stage happenings. His interest was mainly with the absurdists and Polish writer and playwright Stanislaw Ignacy Witkiewicz (also known as "Witkacy"). Stage productions of Witkacy's plays The Cuttlefish (1956) and The Water Hen (1969) were regarded as his best achievements during this time. A 1972 performance of The Water Hen was described as "the least-publicized, most talked-about event at the Edinburgh festival".
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Large Oil and Mixed Media on Board
Signed On Lower Right Corner, Signed additionally on verso.
Beautiful Condition. With Frame.
Painting's age is estimate circa 1960s by checking the age of the artwork and medium.
Size of the painting is 18 By 26 inches, frame is 24 by 32 inches
Born in Wielopole Skrzynskie, Galicia (then in Austria-Hungary), Kantor graduated from the Cracow Academy in 1939. During the Nazi occupation of Poland, he founded the Independent Theatre, and served as a professor at the Academy of Fine Arts in Kraków as well as a director of experimental theatre in Kraków from 1942 to 1944. After the war, he became known for his avant-garde work in stage design including designs for Saint Joan (1956) and Measure for Measure (1956). Specific examples of such changes to standard theatre were stages that extended out into the audience, and the use of mannequins as real-life actors.
Disenchanted with the growing institutionalization of avant-garde, in 1955 he with a group of visual artists formed a new theatre ensemble called Cricot 2. In the 1960s, Cricot 2 gave performances in many theatres in Poland and abroad, gaining recognition for their stage happenings. His interest was mainly with the absurdists and Polish writer and playwright Stanislaw Ignacy Witkiewicz (also known as "Witkacy"). Stage productions of Witkacy's plays The Cuttlefish (1956) and The Water Hen (1969) were regarded as his best achievements during this time. A 1972 performance of The Water Hen was described as "the least-publicized, most talked-about event at the Edinburgh festival".
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Private Collection from Long Island
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Location: This item ships from New York.
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Tadeus Kantor (Poland 1915 - 1990) Large Oil/Mixed
Estimate $200 - $5,000
Sep 19, 2021
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0013: Tadeus Kantor (Poland 1915 - 1990) Large Oil/Mixed
Sold for $2,400
•35 BidsEst. $200 - $5,000•Starting Price $200
Old Master to Modern & Contemporary Fine artsSep 19, 2021 1:00 PM EDTBuyer's Premium 25%
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Tadeus Kantor (1915 - 1990) was active/lived in Poland. Tadeus Kantor is known for Abstract painting, assemblage, set design.
Large Oil and Mixed Media on Board
Signed On Lower Right Corner, Signed additionally on verso.
Beautiful Condition. With Frame.
Painting's age is estimate circa 1960s by checking the age of the artwork and medium.
Size of the painting is 18 By 26 inches, frame is 24 by 32 inches
Born in Wielopole Skrzynskie, Galicia (then in Austria-Hungary), Kantor graduated from the Cracow Academy in 1939. During the Nazi occupation of Poland, he founded the Independent Theatre, and served as a professor at the Academy of Fine Arts in Kraków as well as a director of experimental theatre in Kraków from 1942 to 1944. After the war, he became known for his avant-garde work in stage design including designs for Saint Joan (1956) and Measure for Measure (1956). Specific examples of such changes to standard theatre were stages that extended out into the audience, and the use of mannequins as real-life actors.
Disenchanted with the growing institutionalization of avant-garde, in 1955 he with a group of visual artists formed a new theatre ensemble called Cricot 2. In the 1960s, Cricot 2 gave performances in many theatres in Poland and abroad, gaining recognition for their stage happenings. His interest was mainly with the absurdists and Polish writer and playwright Stanislaw Ignacy Witkiewicz (also known as "Witkacy"). Stage productions of Witkacy's plays The Cuttlefish (1956) and The Water Hen (1969) were regarded as his best achievements during this time. A 1972 performance of The Water Hen was described as "the least-publicized, most talked-about event at the Edinburgh festival".
PROVENANCE
Private Collection from Long Island
Shipping:
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Location: This item ships from New York.
Bidders need to know
We encourage all buyers to ask for condition reports and or other photos before bidding, with any questions about each item, Email is the best way to reach us email NewYork@timeauctionglobal.com so we may aid you in your assessment. Condition is appropriate to the age of the item. The absence of a condition report does not imply that the lot is free from damage and wear. Please go through photos for more details on conditions and age; Color will be different depends on your screen.
All the items are sold as is and all sales are final. All bidders are encouraged to review our terms before bidding
Large Oil and Mixed Media on Board
Signed On Lower Right Corner, Signed additionally on verso.
Beautiful Condition. With Frame.
Painting's age is estimate circa 1960s by checking the age of the artwork and medium.
Size of the painting is 18 By 26 inches, frame is 24 by 32 inches
Born in Wielopole Skrzynskie, Galicia (then in Austria-Hungary), Kantor graduated from the Cracow Academy in 1939. During the Nazi occupation of Poland, he founded the Independent Theatre, and served as a professor at the Academy of Fine Arts in Kraków as well as a director of experimental theatre in Kraków from 1942 to 1944. After the war, he became known for his avant-garde work in stage design including designs for Saint Joan (1956) and Measure for Measure (1956). Specific examples of such changes to standard theatre were stages that extended out into the audience, and the use of mannequins as real-life actors.
Disenchanted with the growing institutionalization of avant-garde, in 1955 he with a group of visual artists formed a new theatre ensemble called Cricot 2. In the 1960s, Cricot 2 gave performances in many theatres in Poland and abroad, gaining recognition for their stage happenings. His interest was mainly with the absurdists and Polish writer and playwright Stanislaw Ignacy Witkiewicz (also known as "Witkacy"). Stage productions of Witkacy's plays The Cuttlefish (1956) and The Water Hen (1969) were regarded as his best achievements during this time. A 1972 performance of The Water Hen was described as "the least-publicized, most talked-about event at the Edinburgh festival".
PROVENANCE
Private Collection from Long Island
Shipping:
shipping rates are determined by destination.
Location: This item ships from New York.
Bidders need to know
We encourage all buyers to ask for condition reports and or other photos before bidding, with any questions about each item, Email is the best way to reach us email NewYork@timeauctionglobal.com so we may aid you in your assessment. Condition is appropriate to the age of the item. The absence of a condition report does not imply that the lot is free from damage and wear. Please go through photos for more details on conditions and age; Color will be different depends on your screen.
All the items are sold as is and all sales are final. All bidders are encouraged to review our terms before bidding
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