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Lev Šimák - Acropolis (1962), watercolor on paper, 44,5cm x 30cm, signed and dated

Lev Šimák - Acropolis (1962), watercolor on paper, 44,5cm x 30cm, signed and dated

15.000,00 Kč
15.000,00 Kč
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Bring home the atmosphere of ancient Greece, captured by the hand of a prominent 20th-century Czech landscape master.
We are pleased to offer an original watercolor painting by the renowned Czech painter and graphic artist Lev Šimák (1896–1989). Created in 1962, this collectible and decorative artwork captures the monumental ancient architecture of the Athenian Acropolis.
In this piece, Šimák masterfully combines the fluidity of watercolors with a sensitive depiction of light hitting the ancient stone columns. The painting carries the artist's signature style, blending a keen eye for realism with expressive brushwork.
Signed and dated on the bottom left.
Artwork Specifications:
  • Artist: Lev Šimák (1896–1989), recipient of the National Artist title
  • Title: Acropolis
  • Year: 1962
  • Medium: Watercolor on paper
  • Dimensions: 44.5 cm × 30 cm
  • Condition: Consistent with age. The paper features a natural, time-honored patina and slight yellowing, which beautifully enhances the historic character of the artwork.
Lev Šimák studied at the Academy of Fine Arts in Prague (AVU) between 1919 and 1927 under prominent professors such as Max Pirner and Jakub Obrovský. His work was heavily influenced by modern European movements like Expressionism and Fauvism, yet it maintained a deep connection to classical Czech landscape painting. Šimák's artworks are regularly featured in reputable auction houses and remain highly valued on the Czech art market.
An ideal opportunity for collectors of post-war European art, or as a sophisticated centerpiece for both modern and classic interiors.

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