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Peter Birkhäuser (1911-1976). WER RECHNET, KAUFT IM GLOBUS. 1942. 50x35¼ inches, 127x89½ cm. Wassermann, Basel.

Sold for $281 at Swann Auction Galleries on May 13, 2021.

Peter Birkhäuser (1911-1976). WER RECHNET, KAUFT IM GLOBUS. 1942. 50x35¼ inches, 127x89½ cm. Wassermann, Basel. auction lot image

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PETER BIRKHÄUSER (1911-1976) WER RECHNET, KAUFT IM GLOBUS. 1942. 50x35 1/4 inches, 127x89 1/2 cm. Wassermann, Basel. Condition A-: minor abrasions at edges; minor creases at edges and in image; hinged to mount. Paper. Framed. Peter Birkhäuser studied at the Decorative Arts School in Basel and apprenticed in Stoecklin's studio before setting out on his own as a poster designer. He became one of Switzerland's most accomplished "New Objectivity" artists. His best designs are realistically detailed and meticulously rendered, such as this image showing the price calculations done by a price conscious customer, who has done the math and is determined to shop at Globus. MoMA 408.1994, Margadant 232, Realisme 82, Made in Switzerland p. 96.

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