Delve into the captivating abstract composition created by Otto Andreas Schreiber, featuring a mesmerizing orange oval at its center. The artwork showcases a skillful interplay of geometrical shapes and expressive brushwork, drawing the viewer's attention to the vibrant orange ball. A complementary contrast between the warm orange hue and cool blues adds depth and visual appeal to the piece.

Item Details:

Artist: Otto Andreas Schreiber
Title: Composition with Orange Ball
Date: 1973
Medium: Gouache on paper
Dimensions: 7.3 in x 11 in (18.5 cm x 28 cm)

Overall Good Condition with a Minor Crease:
The artwork is in overall good condition, preserving the artist's original vision and technique. Although there is a minor crease in the lower right part, it does not significantly detract from the overall appeal of the piece.

Signed and Dated:
The artwork bears the artist's signature in the lower left corner, confirming its authenticity and provenance. Additionally, the verso of the passe-partout bears Schreiber's signature and the date, providing valuable information for art enthusiasts and collectors.

About the Artist:
Otto Andreas Schreiber was a talented artist born in the early 20th century. His artistic journey encompassed various art academies, where he studied under renowned artists, including Oskar Moll, Otto Mueller, and Alexander Kanoldt. Schreiber's art journey unfolded during the turbulent times of National Socialism. Despite being a member of the NSDAP, he championed the expressionists, bridging the gap between different artistic currents within the party. His contributions to the art world during this time included organizing exhibitions that showcased moderately expressionist art. After World War II, Schreiber moved to Westphalia, where he continued his artistic pursuits, creating a diverse body of work that included watercolors, gouaches, oil paintings, and glass windows for sacred and educational institutions. He developed a unique artistic language characterized by an interaction and convergence between his paintings and glass works. Otto Andreas Schreiber's art continues to be celebrated and appreciated through various exhibitions and publications dedicated to his work.