Gerhard Richter (b. 1932) Oil on Canvas

Updated August 7, 2026

Title Abstraktes Bild Medium Oil on Canvas Dimensions 31 1/2 × 23 1/2 inches (80 × 60 cm) Date 1994 Condition Good overall condition. The painting displays vibrant color, richly layered paint application, and well-preserved surfaces throughout the composition. Minor wear consistent with age and handling. The canvas remains structurally stable and presents beautifully for display. Please review all photographs carefully, as they form part of the description. Provenance The reverse bears an Anthony d'Offay Gallery, Dering Street, London, label identifying the work as Abstraktes Bild by Gerhard Richter (b. 1932), described as signed, inscribed, and dated "829-4 Richter 1994" on the reverse, oil on canvas, painted in 1994. This label is presented as part of the artwork's provenance and historical documentation and should not be interpreted as a certificate of authenticity or definitive proof of authorship. Description This richly layered abstract composition is constructed through successive translucent veils of color, vertical drips, and horizontal passages of luminous greens, blues, yellows, reds, blacks, and whites. The dynamic interaction between controlled structure and spontaneous movement creates remarkable depth and atmosphere while revealing multiple layers beneath the surface. The painting's textured appearance and subtle chromatic transitions produce a compelling visual experience that changes with distance and light. Attributed to Gerhard Richter (b. 1932), this work displays many of the stylistic characteristics associated with the artist's celebrated abstract paintings, including layered fields of color, scraped and blended surfaces, expressive vertical movement, and an intricate balance between chance and control. The composition reflects the innovative visual language that established Richter as one of the most influential contemporary painters of the twentieth and twenty-first centuries.Condition Report:This artwork is offered as attributed to the artist referenced in the title. An attribution represents an opinion or belief regarding the possible authorship of the work, but it does not constitute a guarantee or certification of authenticity. This artwork is not catalogued, and no representation is made that it has been accepted by the artist's catalogue raisonné, estate, foundation, or any recognized authentication authority. Any provenance information provided with this lot is offered for informational purposes only and should not be considered a certificate of authenticity or definitive proof of authorship. In some cases, provenance information may be limited or unavailable. For additional information regarding this lot, including any available provenance details, condition, or questions about this or other artworks, please contact us through the HiBid platform. We encourage all bidders to carefully review the complete description, photographs, and terms of sale before placing a bid. Works offered as attributed, p

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