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Title: Pair of Wood Block Prints " Santiago Atitlan" & " a Scribe on the Streets of Kabul" by Bertram Reibel

Description: Pair of wood engraving block portraits featuring " Santiago Atitlan" & " A Scribe on the Streets of Kabul" signed by Bertram Reibel framed together in an acrylic shadow box.

The first print, "Santiago Atitlan," features a portrait of an older man with a beard, wearing a head wrap. He is depicted working with wood, with a bottle of what may be ink on his workstation. The second print, "Santiago Atitlan - Guatemala," shows two individuals in side profile, wearing matching headgear and shawls, which appear to be made of wool. This amazing pair of wood engraving prints by Bertram Reibel with the artist's signature in pencil on the lower right edge of the artwork.

The prints are in excellent condition, though the acrylic cover has visible scratches. The cover is intended for protection and storage; while it can be used for display, reframing is recommended for optimal presentation.

Overall Dimensions: 14" W x 11 1/4" H x 2" L
Prints: 8 3/4" x 5 1/2"

Bertram Reibel (1901-1993) was an American artist and designer known for his work in various media, including painting, illustration, and graphics. Reibel is particularly recognized for his contributions to graphic design and illustration. His work often featured a combination of modernist principles and an intricate understanding of visual storytelling. Reibel‚Äôs work, influenced by modernist movements, features geometric forms and clear lines in his figures. Despite their stylized appearance, he paid close attention to details such as clothing, posture, and facial expressions, adding subtle depth to his designs.

Reserve: $195.00

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Pair of Wood Block Prints " Santiago Atitlan" & " a Scribe on the Streets of Kabul" by Bertram

Name: Pair of Wood Block Prints \" Santiago Atitlan\" & \" a Scribe on the Streets of Kabul\" by Bertram
SKU: 233899262
Price: 150 USD
Availability: InStock