Erwin Bartussek (1 results)

First edition (stated: '1. Auflage: 1000 Exemplare'). Large-format hardcover in original green cloth with gilt titling, in illustrated dust jacket. Text in German. A visually striking and introspective art monograph by Austrian-born painter Erwin Bartussek, combining philosophical reflections on art (Funktionen der Kunst) with reproductions of his paintings and drawings. The work explores themes of harmony, symbolism, and spiritual inquiry, with imagery ranging from expressive landscapes to allegorical compositions. Nicely produced with full-page plates and a personal chronology (Persönliche Zeittafel) documenting the artist's life and travels. A relatively small print run of 1,000 copies adds a modest element of scarcity. Condition: Book is Fine - clean, tight, and square with sharp corners, bright gilt, and no visible markings. Dust jacket is Near Fine, with light handling wear, no tears or defects. Overall an attractive, well-preserved copy. Erwin Bartussek (1913-1986) was an Austrian-born painter and art educator whose work reflects a lifelong engagement with harmony, symbolism, and the spiritual dimension of art. After studying in Prague, he pursued both teaching and artistic practice, gaining recognition in postwar Germany for his thoughtful, often philosophical approach to visual expression.