Andrzej Strumiłło (1927–2020), Gray Horse, 2012
Watercolor, gouache, pen, and gold acrylic on paper,82 x 62 cm (with frame)/ 69 x 49 cm
Signed anddated “ ” at the bottom of the composition: “A.S. | 2012.” In the upper left corner, a quote from the poem“ ”by Imru’l Kajs.
The work is mounted in a black, matte frame with double moldings.
Condition: very good.
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Andrzej Strumiłło (1928–2020)—born in Vilnius in 1928. He graduated from the Department of Painting at the Academy of Fine Arts in Kraków (1950). He worked in painting, drawing, book illustration, poster art, sculpture, exhibition design, set design, and photography. He exhibited his works all over the world. He taught painting and art history at several universities. He made numerous trips to Asian countries. From 1982 to 1984, he headed the United Nations Graphics Studio in New York. He designed many diverse book publications. He was active in the preservation of nature and Poland’s cultural heritage. He was awarded the title of Honorary Citizen of Suwałki and Ambassador of Culture of Podlasie. He received a number of awards, decorations, and orders, including: the Knight’s, Officer’s, and Commander’s Crosses of the Order of Polonia Restituta; the Gloria Artis Gold Medal; and the Gold Cross of Merit of the Federal Republic of Germany.
