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AFTER ALEXEI VON JAWLENSKY LIMITED EDITION ETCHING - After Alexei von Jawlensky, Russian, German, 1864 to 1941, limited edition etching on paper depicting an Expressionist portrait. Signed in pencil lower right. Numbered 36 of 200 lower left. Matted and framed. Alexej Georgewitsch von Jawlensky, surname also spelt as Yavlensky, was a Russian Expressionist painter active in Germany. He was a key member of the New Munich Artist's Association, The Blue Rider group and later The Blue Four. He met Kandinsky and was greatly influenced by his use of color as form. Jawlensky became affiliated with the German Expressionists. He traveled in Germany and France before World War II. He soaked up the work of the Post Impressionists and the Fauves, as well as early Picasso and Matisse. He was an important part of an international circle of modernists who collectively changed the face of art in the early 20th century. Graphic Art Prints and Collectibles. Dimensions Frame 15 5/8 x 12 5/8 in. Image 3 7/8 x 2 3/4 in. All measurements are approximate Condition Overall good vintage condition. Signs of age and wear. Refer to photos. Sold As Is.