Gouache on newsprint, New York Times of May 29, 1970.37 x 57 cm.
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- “Newspaper Painting” by the legendary Artist's Artist Paul Thek. - He began painting on newsprint in 1969 and continued until the 1980s. - Most of these works were created in series or were part of larger installations. - A light blue sky over a dark blue sea, often with swimmers or islands, is a typically idyllic motif from this group. - The American artist's work was met with great acclaim, particularly in Europe, even at the time of its creation: he took part in the 4th documenta in 1968, in documenta 5 in 1972 and in the Biennale di Venezia in 1976. - His works on newsprint are among the artist's most sought-after works on paper on the international art market (source: artprice.com).