Georg Karl Pfahler
1926 - 2002
Espan Nr. 21. 1975.
Acrylic on canvas.
Signed, dated (incorrectly “1957”), titled, and inscribed on the reverse. 170 x 170 cm (66.9 x 66.9 in). [JS].

• A large-scale work in Georg Karl Pfahler’s characteristic style.
• One of the first paintings from Pfahler’s famous “Espan” series.
• Begun in 1975, the “Espan” series is characterized by a multitude of variations of interlocking color fields on a square surface.
• “Espan No. 21”: With early works from this series—which continued into the 1980s—Pfahler was already represented at Art Basel in 1975.
• Part of a private collection in southern Germany for 50 years.

We are grateful to Mr. Florian Pfahler, Pfahler Archive, for his kind assistance.

PROVENANCE: Private collection, Bavaria (gifted from the artist in May 1976).
In the family’s possession ever since.

EXHIBITION: Art 6 ’75 (Art Basel), Basel, June 16–23, 1975 (inscribed with details on the exhibition on the reverse).
Eight German Artists, Mokthar Museum, Cairo, Egypt, starting January 1, 1976 (inscribed with details on the exhibition on the reverse).

Large-format composition in good condition. Edges are originally reinforced all around with paper tape. There is minimal rubbing in a few places along the edges. There is slight rubbing in the center of the left margin. There are a few tiny adhesive marks or studio-related paint stains, but these do not detract from the exceptionally beautiful and harmonious overall impression.

The condition report was compiled in daylight with the aid of a UV light source, and to the best of our knowledge and belief.
For information concerning the condition, please view the high resolution image / backside image.