Abstraction
“Serenade” By Anders Hegelund (Danish, born 1938)
31” x 23”, oil on canvas, signed and dated verso
Following Anders Hegelund’s most recent one man show at ‘C7 Gallery’ in the heart of Copenhagen Frederick Fine Art is proud to introduce selected examples of his oeuvre to the American public. Well known also as an architect and designer Hegelund has been a prominent member of the vibrant artistic community in his native country since his early exhibitions of expressionistic landscapes and figural paintings in North Jutland. In his capacity of being one time professor at the Royal Academy of Fine Arts in Copenhagen and long standing board member of the National Danish Foundation for the Arts, Hegelund has expanded and refined his creativity into the highly intricate and unique ‘Concrete Abstraction’ which this work demonstrates so boldly. Anders Hegelund is included in ‘Weilbach’, the official dictionary of Danish artists.
“Abstract Composition”
By Charles E. Hagn (American, 1898-1980)
42” x 42”, oil on canvas, signed verso. Prize winner at the Society of the Four Arts, Palm Beach.
Charles Hagn exhibited at the Society of the Four Arts in Palm Beach in 1963 where this very painting was awarded the Atwater Kent Award. In 1964 he won the Norton Artists’ Guild Purchase Prize. In 1965 Hagn had a solo exhibition at the Norton Museum of Art. Being a native New Yorker Hagn exhibited at numerous one-man shows in New York City, Putnam Valley and Westchester County and was awarded by New York State Historical Society. Hagn studied at the Army Art School in Paris during and after WW1, at the Boston Museum of Fine Art and at the Art Students’ League in New York.
"Composition"
By Elmer Hemmingsholt (Danish, born 1925)
20" x 16"; oil on canvas; signed and dated (19)78
Elmer Hemmingsholt belonged to the influential group of artists around the association "PRO" which he was a cofounder of in 1962. His work has centered around a series of "opstillinger" (still lives) where the essence of abstraction is confronted in a dynamic almost constructivist way that can be regarded as a natural development of the 'COBRA" tendencies of the 1950's. With self chosen limitation of the number of colors involved Hemmeingsholt explores his own depth and sensitivity thus etablishing a new and potent reality. Elmer Hemmingsholt has exhibited at the prestigious Charlottenborg Palace in Copenhagen as well as at a host of other major exhibitions. Works by his hand hang in the Carlsberg Foundation, The Association for Danish Art, the Technical College in Randers and several important private collections.
“Menuetto”
By Anders Hegelund (Danish, born 1938)
23” x 31”, oil on canvas, signed and dated verso
After Anders Hegelund’s most recent one man show at ‘C7 Gallery’ in the heart of Copenhagen Frederick Fine Art is proud to introduce selected examples of his oeuvre to the American public. Well known also as an architect and designer Hegelund has been a prominent member of the vibrant artistic community in his native country since his early exhibitions of expressionistic landscapes and figural paintings in North Jutland. In his capacity of one time professor at the Royal Academy of Fine Arts and long standing board member of the National Danish Foundation for the Arts, Hegelund has expanded and refined his creativity into the highly intricate and unique ‘Concrete Abstraction’ which this work demonstrates so boldly. Anders Hegelund is included in ‘Weilbach’, the official dictionary of Danish artists.
“Configuration” By Patrick Boudon (French, 1944-1988)
42" x 46"; oil on canvas; signed.
Patrick Boudon studied at the Beaux-Arts in Paris and had his first exhibition with the legendary Galerie Raymond Duncan (brother of Isadora Duncan) in Paris 1963. In 1966 he represented France at the 'Cite des Arts'. In 1968 he exhibited in New York for the first time (Gallery Michel Fortin) and from then on and to his much too early death in 1988 Boudon took on international Career, exhibiting in Grand Palais (Paris), Centre d'Arts Rive Gauche (Paris), Museum of Bahia (Brazil), Salon de Bastille (Paris) and a host of significant galleries. A book about his oeuvre (Dinarte Editions, Bruxelles, 1988)accompanies this important work which is reminiscent of de Kooning and the European ‘Cobra’ Movement.
“Untitled #2”
By Anders Hegelund (Danish, born 1938)
24” x 20”, oil on canvas, signed and dated verso
After Anders Hegelund’s most recent one man show at ‘C7 Gallery’ in the heart of Copenhagen Frederick Fine Art is proud to introduce selected examples of his oeuvre to the American public. Well known also as an architect and designer Hegelund has been a prominent member of the vibrant artistic community in his native country since his early exhibitions of expressionistic landscapes and figural paintings in North Jutland. In his capacity of one time professor at the Royal Academy of Fine Arts and long standing board member of the National Danish Foundation for the Arts, Hegelund has expanded and refined his creativity into the highly intricate and unique ‘Concrete Abstraction’ which this work demonstrates so boldly. Anders Hegelund is included in ‘Weilbach’, the official dictionary of Danish artists.
“Vital Details” By Knud Jans (Danish, 1916-1985)
21” x 26”; oil on canvas; signed and dated 1970
Knud Jans started exhibiting with the artist’s group named ‘Klyngen’ 1945-47. After 1947 he exhibited at the prestigious Charlottenborg Palace, the Art Museum of North Jutland 1975 an 78, Copenhagen Cultural Foundation 1976, in Munich 1964, in Prague 1965 and numerous other major exhibitions. In 1983 he was awarded a major grant by the National Art Foundation. Knud Jans follows in the footsteps of the internationally known ‘COBRA’ group of artists and was strongly influenced by Asger Jorn (1914-1973). His work could be characterized as ‘Expressionistic Abstraction’ both the paintings and his large production of spirited ceramics.
"Composition"
By Mary Louise Meixner (American, born 1916)
36"x28"; mixed media on canvas; signed; exhibition label verso.
This is an intriguing and well composed work by Meixner who for decades was an art professor at the Iowa State University. She exhibited widely and her career brought her into contact with 20th century icons such as Frank Lloyd Wright, Marc Chagal, Max Weber etc. Meixner is well represented in books on American Art including 'Who was Who in American Art'. This particular painting, which actually consists of two joined sections, was exhibited at the 42nd Annual Fall Show at the Sioux City Art Center.
"The Magic Touch"
By unidentified artist (Scandinavian School)
22"x27.5"; oil on canvas; signed w. initials and dated 1973. Titled verso.
We are still researching this dynamic picture. If anyone has information about the artist we would greatly appreciate an email.
“Etude #1”
By Anders Hegelund (Danish, born 1938)
12” x 12”, oil on canvas, signed and dated verso
After Anders Hegelund’s most recent one man show at ‘C7 Gallery’ in the heart of Copenhagen Frederick Fine Art is proud to introduce selected examples of his oeuvre to the American public. Well known also as an architect and designer Hegelund has been a prominent member of the vibrant artistic community in his native country since his early exhibitions of expressionistic landscapes and figural paintings in North Jutland. In his capacity of one time professor at the Royal Academy of Fine Arts and long standing board member of the National Danish Foundation for the Arts, Hegelund has expanded and refined his creativity into the highly intricate and unique ‘Concrete Abstraction’ which this work demonstrates so boldly. Anders Hegelund is included in ‘Weilbach’, the official dictionary of Danish artists.
"In the Studio"
By Jan Wolf (Polish/Swedish, born 1944)
16"x20"; oil on panel; signed.
Jan Wolf was born in Ropa, Poland, and studied at the Art Academy of Poznan. In 1968 he started exhibiting in Poland, but soon Sweden would be the country of choice for him to show his work. Since 1982 Wolf has lived and kept studio in Sweden and he is now exhibiting all over Europe.
"Libretto"
By B. Robert Swartburg (Romanian/American, born 1929)
28"x20"; oil on panel; signed.
This is a highly interesting work by Robert Swartburg who is mainly known as one of the leading architects in the Art Deco movement of Miami. Swartburg has in the 1950's designed the Delano Hotel, Hotel Marseilles, the Bass Museum, the Miami Civic Center, the Vagabond Motel and several other landmarks in Miami and Miami Beach.
"Evening Landscape"
By Henri Rothschild (Danish, 1931-1992)
38.5" x 28"; oil on canvas; signed verso.
This painting was exhibited at Charlottenborg Palace in Copenhagen 1965. A newspaper clip attached to the back tells us, that the art critic found 'Evening Landscape' to be Rothschild's best painting, reminiscent of the French expressionist Rouault (1871-1958). Rothschild studied at the Royal Academy of Fine Art in Copenhagen and at the Accademia de Belle Arti in Milano. He exhibited widely all over Europe and was awarded Diplome d'Honneur in Biarritz 1970. Also he received multiple grants including the National Art Foundation.
"Exhibit"
By Byron Keith Byrd (American, 20th century)
24" x 18"; oil on card; signed and dated.
Here is a dramatic composition of great intensity by this nominated artist whose style is reminiscent of de Kooning and Mitchell though unique and highly personal. Byron Keith Byrd has exhibited widely since 1978 (recently at the well known Charapko Gallery in Fort Lauderdale) and is represented by a number of important modern art galleries. Byrd is also known as the author of several books published by Rizzoli International Publications. For further information see www.byronkeithbyrd.com. "Unlimited"
By Byron Keith Byrd (American, 20th century)
46" x 31"; mixed media; signed and dated verso.
Here is an intriguing large work by this nominated artist whose style is reminiscent of de Kooning and Mitchell though unique and highly personal. Byron Keith Byrd has exhibited widely since 1978 (recently at the well known Charapko Gallery in Fort Lauderdale) and is represented by a number of important modern art galleries. Byrd is also known as the author of several books published by Rizzoli International Publications. For further information see www.byronkeithbyrd.com.
"American Rhapsody"
By Dan Ray (British, born 1935)
32" x 30"; acrylic on canvas; signed. Informative label verso.
Dan Ray studied in Paris, Bruxelles and Munich. He has exhibited in several European cities and is represented in major collections such as the Reading Museum, GB; Berkley University, California; University of New York; St. Catherine's College, Oxford; Trinity College, Cambridge; Banque Nordique, Paris; Maison Danoise, Paris and numerous private collections.