- Oskar Schlemmer (after). Authorized offset lithograph on heavyweight smooth satin paper (300gsm approx.). - 1990. Copyright Familiennachlass Oskar Schlemmer / Badenweiler. - Stamp on verso. - Size: 70 x 90cm. - Condition: very good. Never framed. Never exposed. Small signs of storage in the upper right corner, imperceptible once framed, please see last pic. - Oskar Schlemmer (1888-1943) was a German painter, sculptor, and choreographer associated with the Bauhaus movement. He is best known for his innovative work in theater, particularly the "Triadic Ballet," and for integrating art and technology. Schlemmer's art is characterized by a fascination with the human form and its interaction with space and geometry. Schlemmer joined the Bauhaus in 1920, where he initially led the mural painting department before taking charge of the theater workshop. His approach combined visual art, dance, and performance, exploring how bodies move in space. His "Triadic Ballet" (1922) is a notable example, featuring dancers in elaborate, geometric costumes performing stylized movements that reflect Schlemmer's interest in the abstraction of the human figure. Schlemmer's works have become highly valuable and sought after at auctions. His unique blend of visual art and performance, along with his association with the influential Bauhaus movement, has made his pieces highly desirable among collectors. For instance, his painting "Tänzerin" (1932) sold for over $5 million at auction, reflecting the high demand and significant appreciation for his art. "Römisches, Vier Figuren Im Raum" (Roman, Four Figures in Space) is one of Schlemmer's iconic paintings from 1925. This work exemplifies his exploration of the relationship between the human body and its spatial environment. The painting depicts four stylized, abstracted figures arranged in a structured, geometric space. The use of simplified forms and the spatial arrangement of the figures highlight Schlemmer's interest in the harmony between human figures and their surrounding architecture. The color palette and compositional balance reflect his Bauhaus principles, merging artistic creativity with functional design. Schlemmer's legacy as an innovator in both visual and performing arts endures, with his works continuing to influence contemporary artists and designers. His exploration of the interplay between the body, space, and movement remains a cornerstone in the study of modern art and performance. Some artists of similar importance, Basquiat, Picasso, Hockney, Lichtenstein, Sorolla, Banksy, Brainwash, Delaunay, Miró, Soulages, Lagasse, Ramos, Rothko, Lautrec, Klimt, Matisse, Hirst, Chagall, Koons, Haring, Indiana, Mondrian, Groening, Richter, Monroe, Kusama, Murakami, Coa, Hopper, Ripolles, Wesselmann, Magritte, Jenk, Orlinski, Wille, Rizzi, Manara, Thiebaud, Herrera, Laurent, Klein, Dior, Vuitton, Kaws, Cappiello, Kandinsky, Warhol, Buffa, Tura, Castle, Katz, Braque, Soulages, Hockney, among others.