Wahorn András (1953-): "Eating lady" Screen Print, Hungary 1989
Price range 50-500 EUR/USD
Wahorn András, a prominent figure in the Hungarian art scene during the 1980s, is known for his compelling exploration of socio-political themes and human condition through a variety of mediums. His present 1989 silk screen print titled "Eating Lady" exemplifies his penchant for stark, thought-provoking imagery.
The print masterfully conveys the tension between desire and restraint, the hallmark of Wahorn's oeuvre during a period of political upheaval and transition in Hungary. The subject, a woman in the act of eating, becomes a metaphor for the individual's struggle for sustenance and identity. The bold use of black and white intensifies the starkness of the image, emphasizing the raw, almost grotesque, nature of human consumption. This mirrors the raw, visceral emotions of the era, marked by the push and pull of personal desires against the constraints of the political regime.
The 1980s in Hungary were a time of burgeoning creativity within the art scene. Artists like Wahorn András navigated the tumultuous waters of censorship and political repression by using metaphor and symbolism. Wahorn, in particular, was associated with the "New Wave" movement, a loosely defined group of artists who sought to push the boundaries of artistic expression.
"Eating Lady" stands as a testament to Wahorn's ability to speak truth to power through his art, encapsulating the complex and often turbulent narrative of 1980s Hungary. It remains a powerful representation of a period in Hungarian history marked by both artistic innovation and political struggle.
Condition:
IN great vintage condition. Signed in left lower corner:EA II/XV; igned lower middle: “Eating Lady”; signed lower right corner: “Wahorn András 1989.”. Without frame. For custom framing, please get in touch with us.
Dimensions:
12.4 in W x 17.32 in H
31.5 cm W x 44 cm H
Price range 50-500 EUR/USD
Wahorn András, a prominent figure in the Hungarian art scene during the 1980s, is known for his compelling exploration of socio-political themes and human condition through a variety of mediums. His present 1989 silk screen print titled "Eating Lady" exemplifies his penchant for stark, thought-provoking imagery.
The print masterfully conveys the tension between desire and restraint, the hallmark of Wahorn's oeuvre during a period of political upheaval and transition in Hungary. The subject, a woman in the act of eating, becomes a metaphor for the individual's struggle for sustenance and identity. The bold use of black and white intensifies the starkness of the image, emphasizing the raw, almost grotesque, nature of human consumption. This mirrors the raw, visceral emotions of the era, marked by the push and pull of personal desires against the constraints of the political regime.
The 1980s in Hungary were a time of burgeoning creativity within the art scene. Artists like Wahorn András navigated the tumultuous waters of censorship and political repression by using metaphor and symbolism. Wahorn, in particular, was associated with the "New Wave" movement, a loosely defined group of artists who sought to push the boundaries of artistic expression.
"Eating Lady" stands as a testament to Wahorn's ability to speak truth to power through his art, encapsulating the complex and often turbulent narrative of 1980s Hungary. It remains a powerful representation of a period in Hungarian history marked by both artistic innovation and political struggle.
Condition:
IN great vintage condition. Signed in left lower corner:EA II/XV; igned lower middle: “Eating Lady”; signed lower right corner: “Wahorn András 1989.”. Without frame. For custom framing, please get in touch with us.
Dimensions:
12.4 in W x 17.32 in H
31.5 cm W x 44 cm H
Price range 50-500 EUR/USD
Wahorn András, a prominent figure in the Hungarian art scene during the 1980s, is known for his compelling exploration of socio-political themes and human condition through a variety of mediums. His present 1989 silk screen print titled "Eating Lady" exemplifies his penchant for stark, thought-provoking imagery.
The print masterfully conveys the tension between desire and restraint, the hallmark of Wahorn's oeuvre during a period of political upheaval and transition in Hungary. The subject, a woman in the act of eating, becomes a metaphor for the individual's struggle for sustenance and identity. The bold use of black and white intensifies the starkness of the image, emphasizing the raw, almost grotesque, nature of human consumption. This mirrors the raw, visceral emotions of the era, marked by the push and pull of personal desires against the constraints of the political regime.
The 1980s in Hungary were a time of burgeoning creativity within the art scene. Artists like Wahorn András navigated the tumultuous waters of censorship and political repression by using metaphor and symbolism. Wahorn, in particular, was associated with the "New Wave" movement, a loosely defined group of artists who sought to push the boundaries of artistic expression.
"Eating Lady" stands as a testament to Wahorn's ability to speak truth to power through his art, encapsulating the complex and often turbulent narrative of 1980s Hungary. It remains a powerful representation of a period in Hungarian history marked by both artistic innovation and political struggle.
Condition:
IN great vintage condition. Signed in left lower corner:EA II/XV; igned lower middle: “Eating Lady”; signed lower right corner: “Wahorn András 1989.”. Without frame. For custom framing, please get in touch with us.
Dimensions:
12.4 in W x 17.32 in H
31.5 cm W x 44 cm H