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Calman Shemi Manuscript 1989 Abstract Modern Signed Lithograph 90/300 Framed
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An expressive and lively lithograph titled "Manuscript" from artist Calman Shemi. Hand signed in pencil on the bottom right with an annotation of 90/300 on the bottom left. This lovely piece has a very artful mix of colors, shapes, and themes. The pinks and different shades of blues mix wonderfully in the center of this piece. Dimensions: 34.5 in tall, 44.75 in wide, and 1 in deep (framed). In very good condition.
Calman Shemi (1939- ) is a contemporary abstract expressionist painting known for “lacquer paintings,” “soft painting,” and “window paintings.” In 1961, at age 20, Shemi had the opportunity to study under the German-Israeli sculptor Rudi Lehmann, one of the pioneers of sculpture in the Middle East. In the last two decades, he has held more than 70 solo exhibitions in the United States, Belgium, Spain, Germany, Japan, France, and the Middle East. Sheni has shared with the world various forms of sculptures and paintings. His artworks can be seen on display in many public places and private collections around the globe.
- Creator:Calman Shemi (Artist)
- Dimensions:Height: 34.5 in (87.63 cm)Width: 44.75 in (113.67 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Period:1980-1989
- Date of Manufacture:1989
- Condition:
- Seller Location:Keego Harbor, MI
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU2715332651542
Calman Shemi
Calman Shemi was born in Argentina in 1939. He studied sculpture and ceramics at the School of Mendoza in Argentina. In 1961, Shemi emigrated to Israel, and in 1963 he began studying sculpture with Rudi Lehman. He created his first "soft" paintings in 1977. Since 1978, he has worked primarily in serigraphy and acrylic paintings. In 1999, Shemi developed the "windows" and the "lacquer" painting techniques. The "window" or "shadow box" painting is a unique form of artistic expression. First Shemi creates a painting in a wooden box. After completion of the painting, he affixes a customized wooden frame to the box. This unusual technique results in the illusion of looking through a window to the landscape or into a room. The frame is then covered with silver or gold leaf and finally lacquered. The final result is a piece of art that emphasizes the contrast between the outside level and the painting within a deeper level.
Lacquer paintings are also one of Shemi's original creations. These works usually begin as an exciting abstract design or still-life painted on wood or on a metal panel that has been covered in layers of gold and/or silver leaf. After the paint has dried, the painting is gilded with many layers of lacquer. Between each layer of lacquer the surface is hand polished to give it a metallic finish, resulting in a luminous effect.
Remarkably, artist Shemi has had 71 one-man shows all around the world, including Israel, France, Singapore, Nigeria, Australia, Japan, Canada, Spain Germany, the United States and elsewhere. His works are displayed in the Spertus Museum of Judaica, the Fashion Institute of Chicago, Citibank in New York, the Hebrew University in Jerusalem, just to name a few.
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