Bidspirit auction | Karl Priebe (1914-1976)

Karl Priebe (1914-1976) - KARL PRIEBE (1914-1976) MAGIC REALIST GOUACHE ON PAPER. Karl Priebe (1914-1976) Untitled (Uncanny Marionette) Mid 20th Century The gouache and watercolor painting on colored paper depicts a disquietingly lifelike marionette accompanied by an equally uncanny bird holding a marionette finger in its beak. The work is signed lower left. Karl Priebe was a leading figure in American Magic Realism. He was born in Milwaukee and trained at the Layton School of Art as well as the School of the Art Institute of Chicago. Working primarily in watercolor and gouache, he produced vividly detailed works that shimmer with color as he depicts symbolic figures, cultural motifs, birds and performers blending the precision of Magic Realism with a flair for the surreal as seen here. Many images fused theatrical elegance with psychological depth and statement. His work was exhibited at major institutions including the Art Institute of Chicago, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, and the Whitney. He later taught at Western Michigan University. Sight size measures 15.5 x 11.5 with a framed size of 25 x 21 inches. Without proof of exemption, be aware that internet sales tax applies to all Internet transactions and local sales tax may apply to local pick-up transactions. We happily provide seamless in-house packing and shipping services on nearly everything we sell. Until further notice, we cannot offer international shipping in-house. Dimensions Sight size measures 15.5 x 11.5 with a framed size of 25 x 21 inches. Condition Very good original untouched condition. There are no issues of major scratches, losses, repairs, in-painting or touch-up.