Mixed media . Gouache and color chalks. Signed "Markus" in the lower right, with the hand-written title "Deutsches Motiv", as well as the inscriptions "stand July" and "Z8" on teh reverse. On slightly brownish paper, left edge perforated. 59.7 x 79.7 cm. . [EH].
- Markus Lüpertz is one of the most important artists of the German post-war period. - The drawing should be viewed in context of the color lithograph “Deutsches Motiv” (German Motif) from 1972 (Hofmaier 158). - The artist's early works from the 1970s and 1980s are the most sought-after paintings on the international auction market.

Private collection, Frankfurt am Main (family-owned ever since)

In good condition. The paper is slightly browned. The edges of the pages are somewhat creased and have minimal tears.