Sku: EF5844
Artist: Antonio Frasconi
Title: On Brecht
Year: 1962
Signed: No
Medium: Lithograph
Paper Size: 26 x 19 inches ( 66 x 48 cm )
Image Size: 23 x 19 inches ( 58 x 48 cm )
Edition Size: Unknown
Framed: No: Inquire with our experts for framing suggestions.
Condition: C: Several Signs of use and handling, some visible marks

Additional Details: This striking woodcut portrait by Antonio Frasconi, created in 1962, pays homage to German playwright and poet Bertolt Brecht. Rendered in Frasconi’s distinctive expressionist style, the work captures Brecht’s intellectual intensity through bold carved lines, stark contrasts, and a raw, sculptural quality that reflects both reverence and critique. Frasconi, celebrated for his socially engaged art and masterful woodcuts, often used portraiture to spotlight cultural and political figures of influence. This piece embodies his commitment to merging art with conscience, situating Brecht within the turbulent political landscape of the early 1960s. Framing available upon request.