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ULRICH SCHWANECKE (SA 1932 - 2006)
DIPTYCH
WATERCOLOUR ON PAPER
PAINTING SIZE : 56CM X 46CM, FRAMED SIZE : 82CM X 60CM
PAINTING SIZE : 57CM X 66CM, FRAMED SIZE : 82CM X 80,5CM
TOTAL FRAMED SIZE : 82CM X 140,5CM
HAND SIGNED BY ARTIST
DATED 94 & INSCRIBED 2 IN 1
FRAMED
CONDITION - EXCELLENT
Ulrich Schwanecke, a prominent artist born in 1932 in Halberstadt, Germany, and passing away in 2006, left an enduring artistic legacy. In 1951, he ventured to West Germany before immigrating to South Africa as a mining recruit in 1952. Although his artistic interest began in childhood, he initially pursued other paths. However, his passion led him to watercolor, oil, mixed media, and graphic art, covering subjects like landscapes and abstract forms, with a distinctive semi-abstract style.
Schwanecke's artistic journey gained momentum with private lessons in 1958 and his first solo exhibition in 1959. He deepened his skills through studies with mentors like Cecil Skotnes and pursued Fine Art education from 1965 to 1969. His exploration of Africa, including Central & West Africa in 1960 and Namibia in 1962, enriched his creativity. He embraced full-time artistry in 1962, with a brief mining industry return in 1964 and later chairing the Watercolor Society of South Africa.
Notably innovative, Schwanecke addressed watercolor paper limitations by using multiple panels, a technique exemplified in his 1981 work "Edge of the Namib." He transitioned fully to art in 1981 after retiring from the mining sector. His art reached international audiences through group exhibitions across South Africa, the UK, USA, and Germany, reflecting his creative journey and collaborations with fellow artists. Schwanecke's impact endures, celebrating his dedication to artistic expression.