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Elch by Joseph Beuys, 1975, Farblithografie auf Richard de Bas (Wasserzeichen), sold May 2021

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Elch

Joseph Beuys (German, 1921–1986) · 1975

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Medium: Lithograph · Prints & multiples all lithograph results →
As published: “Farblithografie auf Richard de Bas (Wasserzeichen)”
Edition: 23/75
Signed / inscribed: Signiert und nummeriert · Joseph Beuys signature
Category: Lithographs
Dimensions: 43 x 66,5cm
Auction house: Van Ham
Sale: ONLINE ONLY | Joseph Beuys (1095)
Date: May 19, 2021
Location: Cologne, Germany
Lot: 28
Estimate: €2,000 – — (≈ $2,442) (≈ £1,725)
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Retrieved Sep 27, 2026

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Aus: Hommage à Picasso by Joseph Beuys, 1973, Farblithografie auf Bütten, sold Sep 2025

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