Heinrich Pforr, The Picture Book, 1947, Oil Painting on Wood

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About This Piece

Heinrich Pforr (1880-1970), The Picture Book, 1947, oil on wood, approx. 44.5 x 38.5 cm. Heinrich Pforr is considered one of the most important representatives of Hessian regional art and was a key member of the renowned Willingshausen Artists' Colony, the oldest artists' association of its kind. Following in the footsteps of his teacher Carl Bantzer, he dedicated his life's work to depicting the North Hessian landscape and the traditional way of life of its inhabitants, achieving a masterful balance between meticulous realism and an atmospheric, late-Impressionist use of light. His works are of great art historical significance, as they preserve the identity and customs of the Schwalm region with a painterly virtuosity that made Pforr one of the most esteemed chroniclers of his homeland. In an intimate interior scene, the painting depicts an elderly woman and a small child with golden curls, reading together in an open book bathed in soft light. Works by Heinrich Pforr, especially those with documented family provenance, represent a stable and sought-after position in the regional art market.

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Period	1890 to 1919
Year	1947
Production Period	1940 to 1949
Country of Manufacture	Germany
Identifying Marks	The style of the design is reminiscent of the designer and/or manufacturer
Style	Modernist
Detailed Condition	Very Good — This vintage/antique item has no defects, but it may show slight traces of use.
Restoration and Damage Details	Light wear consistent with age and use
Product Code	PCU-2623309
Material	Oil on Board
Color	Brown, gold
Width	39 cm 38.5 cm
Depth	2 cm 2 cm
Height	45 cm 44.5 cm

Shipping & Delivery

Ships from	Germany
Returns	Returns accepted within fourteen days of delivery, except for Made-to-order items

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About the Creator

Piet Hein Eek

Born in Holland in 1967, Piet Hein Eek graduated from the Academy for Industrial Design in Eindhoven in 1990. While still a student, he attracted considerable attention for his Scrap Wood Cupboard (1990) project. Inspired by the beauty inherent in discarded and readymade materials, this series celebrated the contrasting textures and colors of the lumber remnants from which it was composed. With the success of this early venture, Eek was able to launch his own design studio in 1992.

The following year, he partnered with designer Nob Ruijrok, launching Eek en Rujigrok v.o.f. Today, the pair continues to work out of a 10,000 square meter multi-purpose space in Eindhoven, which includes a restaurant, shop, gallery, showroom, and studio. In addition to the collaborative work, Eek also works on individual, handicraft-driven projects.

Throughout his career, Eek’s aesthetic has centered on a love of old and discarded materials, often repurposing them using time-honored wood-working methods. His instantly recognizable work considers the tension between modernity and tradition, waste and sustainability. Eek has exhibited in venues across the globe, including New York’s Museum of Modern Art, Cïbone in Tokyo, and the Milan Furniture Fair.