Oil on canvas. Signed, dated, and titled on the reverse of the canvas. 300 x 200 cm. . [AW].

• An impressive larger-format work in Jonas Burgert’s characteristic, fantastic imagery.
• An archaic cult figure meets vibrant urban life.
• The painting serves as the model for a series of prints.
• Burgert is regarded as a master of New Figuration and one of Germany’s most significant contemporary artists.
• Shortly after its creation, the work was exhibited on multiple occasions.

Jonas Burgert, Stadtsparkasse Essen, 2012. WONDERFUL - Humboldt, Krokodil & Polke. The Olbricht Collection, me Collectors Room Berlin / Olbricht Foundation, Berlin, Nov. 29, 2012-Aug. 25, 2013. Jonas Burgert. Lotsucht/Scandagliodipendenza, MAMbO - Museo d’Arte Moderna di Bologna, Jan. 26-Apr. 17, 2017. “..sogar der Fachmann staunt!” (Even the expert is amazed!). Works from the Olbricht Collection, Museum Folkwang, Essen, October 22, 2021-April 23, 2023

Galerie Michael Fuchs, Berlin (with a gallery label on the reverse of the stretcher). Olbricht Collection, Essen/Berlin (acquired from the above in 2012)

In good condition, with vibrant colors. The edges of the image show minimal wear in places. The lower edge of the image has slight wear and craquelure. The condition report was compiled in daylight with the aid of a UV light source, and to the best of our knowledge and belief.