Title: "7/1991", 1991 Medium: Aquatint and etching in colors on wove paper Edition: One of 6 HC (hors commerce) from a limited edition of 39 Print Size: 40 x 50 cm (15.7 x 19.7 in) Sheet Size: 50 x 65 cm (19.7 x 25.6 in) Condition: Fairly good condition with some small signs of wear and aging. Emil Schumacher (1912-1999) was a prominent German artist known for his innovative contributions to the field of abstract expressionism. Born in Hagen, Germany, Schumacher played a pivotal role in the post-war European art scene. He was heavily influenced by the École de Paris, drawing inspiration from artists such as Jean Dubuffet, Pierre Soulages, and Wols. Schumacher's work often reflects the raw, tactile quality characteristic of Art Informel, an avant-garde movement that emphasized spontaneity and physicality in painting. Schumacher's distinctive style, which often incorporated dynamic brushstrokes and textured surfaces, resonated with contemporaries and successors alike. He found inspiration in the works of Jackson Pollock and Franz Kline, whose abstract expressions of emotion and motion paralleled Schumacher's artistic endeavors. Additionally, Schumacher's approach influenced and was influenced by the Cobra group, which included artists like Karel Appel and Asger Jorn, who shared his interest in primal, unrestrained forms of expression. Emil Schumacher's legacy is reflected in the work of many contemporary artists who continue to explore the boundaries of abstract expressionism and materiality in art. His influence extends to figures like Gerhard Richter, Anselm Kiefer, Georg Baselitz, Sigmar Polke, Markus Lüpertz, Jörg Immendorff, Per Kirkeby, A.R. Penck, Martin Kippenberger, and Neo Rauch, all of whom have acknowledged the impact of Schumacher's innovative techniques and philosophical approach to art. H.A. Reference Franzke/Cavadini S. 462.