Arnulf Rainer – Feuer Nacht, 2001 – Etching

// Feuer Nacht by Arnulf Rainer, created in 2001, is a dark and enigmatic etching that utilizes intense contrasts and minimalist form to evoke an emotional depth. The print is dominated by a nearly black rectangular area, subtly layered with dark red tones that suggest the movement and texture of flames or shadows. Rainer’s work is known for exploring themes of obscurity, mortality, and introspection, and Feuer Nacht (translated as Fire Night) reflects his fascination with darkness both literal and metaphorical. The limited edition of 35 enhances the exclusivity of this deeply atmospheric piece, inviting viewers to interpret the ambiguity within the dark composition and to find meaning in the interplay of shadow and light.

Arnulf Rainer (Austria, 1929) is a pioneering artist known for his abstract informal art. He co-founded the Hundsgruppe in 1950 and developed his signature 'overpaintings,' where he layered paint over existing images, exploring themes of creation and destruction. Rainer's work often delves into the subconscious, reflecting his interest in dreams and the mystical.

Arnulf Rainer

Feuer Nacht, 2001

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Limited Edition Print

Limited Edition PrintA limited edition print is one of a number of prints made at the same time from one printmaking plate. A fixed number are made and signed by the artist, indicating the printing order, using the format 1/10, meaning first of ten prints.

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Etching

EtchingEtching is a technique where a design is created on a metal surface by using a strong acid or mordant to eat away the unprotected parts of the metal, leaving the desired pattern in relief (intaglio). In modern art and manufacturing, different chemicals may be used depending on the material being etched.

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Edition of 35

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- Arnulf Rainer

Renowned for his abstract appropriation art, Arnulf Rainer is a painter and founder of the Hundgruppe (dog group) alongside fellow artists Brauer and Mikl. Rainer has recevied acclaim for his technique of ‘overpainting’ which involves him taking a pre-existing work, and painting over it, usually with gestural strokes and a heavy impasto; Wine Crucifix is one of his most notable ‘overpaintings’ - originally painted in 1957 by the artist, he decided to rework it in 1978 noting that the ‘quality and truth of the picture only grew as it became darker and darker’. Rainer was heavily inspired by the depths of the human mind and explored his own subconscious through painting with the technique of Automatism, popular among Surrealist painters – he also experimented with painting with his feet and fingers as well as exploring the effect of hallucinogenic drugs on his creativity.

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