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Acrylic on canvas Germany, 1996 Loretta Lux, born as Christiana Kirsten (b. 1969) – German photographer Signed “Chr. Kirsten” and dated “96” on the reverse Dimensions of the canvas: 45 x 60,2 cm Very good condition In outlines only painted and shape-reduced portrait of a woman, laying on her back in black and white; one of the little painting works of the artist, known mostly for her photographic children portraits Estimate by Auctionata Expert: 3,000 Euro Loretta Lux (born 1969) Over the last ten years, the Dresden-born Loretta Lux created an extensive work, which is highly sought after internationally. Her photographic work, depicting especially children and young people are formal, fascinating and surreal. The photographs seem to be layered like oil paintings on canvas, which testify to Lux’ artistic training as a painter. The models, props, costumes and sceneries are carefully chosen - often featuring symbolic content with reference to Old Master paintings. In 1889, Lux moved to Munich shortly before the Wall came down, after she had been denied to study art in the GDR. From 1990 to 1996, she studied painting and graphics with Gerd Winner at the Academy of Fine Arts. Lux lives and works in Monaco. Condition: The work is in very good condition. The edges are a slightly soiled or rather firmed. The dimensions of the canvas are 60,2 x 45 cm. Shipping costs excl. statutory VAT and plus 2,5% (+VAT) shipping insurance. Auctionata charges the resale rights tax pursuant to Section 26 of the German Copyright Act (UrhG) towards the buyer in case of the sale of an original work of art or photography prior to 70 years having lapsed since the death of their creator. Therefore, Auctionata charges when purchasing a good – if a protection as an original work of art or photography is given – starting from a hammer price of EUR 400 an additional amount, which is calculated according to Section 26 (2) German Copyright Act (UrhG) and which does not exceed the amount of EUR 12,500. You can find more information about resale rights tax in Auctionata´s table of fees and T&C.