Zoltan Hecht (1890–1968) - American School 1960 Ink Study Paleolithic Blaze

Description

Caught in a blaze of fire - This visual delight by Zoltan Hecht depicts a surreal city scene with an overwhelming Paleolithic impression. Geometric shapes and cylindrical forms have been used to portray city buildings and religious temples, carved out of stone. Black ink has been dramatically sponged in large quantities to resemble deadly smoke rising from the flames. Animal bones and forged objects lay hidden in the composition, like fossils waiting to be found. This is a painting that keeps on giving. Signed and dated in the top right-hand corner. Well presented in a gilt-effect frame. On board.

Condition

Slight warping evident in the painted board. Inspection under UV light reveals no restoration. The gilt frame is in a good condition with a few light marks and scratches.

Size

52.5 x 74.5cm (20.7" x 29.3")
Framed Size: 61 x 83.5cm (24" x 32.9")

Artist Biography

American/Hungarian artist Zoltan Hecht studied at the Cleveland School of Art, and was a member of the American Art Congress and the United American Artists. He exhibited from the mid 1920s-60s, at the Society of Independent Artists, Whitney Museum, Los Angeles County Museum, Cincinnati Art Museum, Brooklyn Museum, Provincetown Art Festival, and the Babcock Gallery. His work is in the collections of the Syracuse Museum of Art and Brooklyn College.