Volker Stelzmann
1940
Straße VII. 1997.
Mixed media on hardboard.
Monogrammed, dated, and inscribed “H•M•F in Berlin” in the upper left. Signed, dated, and titled on the reverse. 170 x 80 cm (66.9 x 31.4 in).
[AR].
• Volker Stelzmann belongs to the second generation of artists from the Leipzig School.
• With his realistic, somber-seeming street scenes, he captures urban life without compromise.
• His painting combines elements of realism with an objectivity inspired by Otto Dix, as well as Florentine Mannerism.
• Offered on the international auction market for the first time (source: artprice.com).

The authenticity of this work has been confirmed by the artist. We are grateful for his kind assistance.

PROVENANCE: Private collection, North Rhine-Westphalia.
In the family’s possession ever since.

In good condition. There is a faint sign of wear above one of the heads on the left, under UV light, a small retouch or overpainting is visible there. Overall, however, the piece makes an extremely harmonious impression. The condition report was compiled in daylight with the aid of a UV light source, and to the best of our knowledge and belief.
For information concerning the condition, please view the high resolution image / backside image.