Gunars Vindedzis, Ex Libris, 1982, Gouache & Ink on Paper

About This Piece

Ex Libris

1982, paper, ink, gouache, 17,5х13 cm

Information about artist:
Gunārs Vīndedzis (1918 - 1991) - cartoonist, illustrator.

Born in a family of workers. In 1933 he graduated from Riga 15th Primary School, studied with R. Suta

from 1936 - 38 he studied with A. Filkas and A. Sauer.

In 1931 he wrote and published the book "Sale of Death" (pseudonym Abe Albërs).

1937 - 39 drew commercials for industrial companies, imitating the style of K. Padeg and S. Vidberg.

He published the first illustrations in the magazine "Atpūta" (1940.20.XII-1944.21.II).

During World War 2, he worked as a draftsman in an art ensemble, giving performances to German soldiers and Russian prisoners of war.

1940 - 49 was a draftsman in the Fine Arts Cooperative, 1945-46 - State Publishing and Printing Company Administration, 1951-56 - "Childhood"; 1946-51 - designed interiors.

Arrested in 1957 for political and erotic drawings drawn for himself and confidential clients.

1964-67 artist designer in the Chemical Designers Office, head of this office.

He turned to caricature from 1944. Since 1957, freelance author of "Dadzis" magazine, specialized in political and domestic caricatures. Published in periodicals "Cîņa", "Zvaigzne", "Draugs", "Liesma", "School and Family".

Illustrated books. He painted portraits and female nudes in pastel and oil techniques. Artist for puppet films.

First exhibition in Riga in 1943. Participates in cartoon exhibitions from 1951.

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Period	1980 to 1989
Year	1982
Production Period	1980 to 1989
Identifying Marks	This piece has an attribution mark
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
SKU	FNC-1661480
Materials	Gouache, Ink, Paper
Color	Black, white
Width	13 cm 13 cm
Depth	1 cm 0.1 cm
Height	18 cm 17.5 cm
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