Emil Orlik: Das druckgraphische Werk

Emil Orlik was a painter, graphic artist, photographer, medallion maker, and craftsman who created designs for stage sets and costumes for Max Reinhardt. His portraits of personalities from art, theater, music, literature, film, cabaret, and politics are a kaleidoscope of the intellectual, cultural, and economic life of the Weimar Republic. His extensive graphic oeuvre has been documented in detail for the first time and is presented in this catalogue raisonné.

Format: Hardback
Length: 1200 pages
Publication date: 24 July 2023
Publisher: De Gruyter

Emil Orlik ({PHONE}) was a versatile artist who excelled in painting, graphic art, photography, medallion making, and craftsmanship. His artistic journey took a significant turn when he traveled to Japan in 9 – , where he studied woodcarving under Japanese masters. Orlik was a member of the Secession in Vienna and later became a professor in Berlin, where he designed stage sets and costumes for Max Reinhardt. His portraits of individuals from various fields, including art, theater, music, literature, film, cabaret, and politics, offer a captivating glimpse into the intellectual, cultural, and economic life of the Weimar Republic. Orlik's extensive graphic oeuvre, comprising woodcuts, etchings, and lithographs, has been meticulously documented and presented in this comprehensive catalogue raisonné. This edition, available in a limited number of copies, features a slipcase with embossed linen cover, making it a valuable addition to any art collection. The four volumes of the catalogue raisonné offer a comprehensive overview of Orlik's artistic achievements, with detailed descriptions and illustrations of his works. Whether you are a collector, art enthusiast, or simply curious about the art of the past, this catalogue raisonné is a must-have.

Dimension: 310 x 250 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783422988415
Edition number: Leinenband mit Prägung