{"product_id":"albert-merz-solar-monolith-unframed-engraving","title":"ALBERT MERZ - Solar Monolith (Unframed) Engraving","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"Note: This original work is officially 'Untitled' by the artist's studio. For international cataloging and identification purposes, our gallery has assigned a descriptive title that reflects the artwork's thematic and visual essence.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"Condition Note: The original etching is in pristine, archival condition. Please note that the minimalist black frame shows minor surface scratches, likely incurred during international transit. These are purely cosmetic and do not affect the integrity or the prestigious value of this  signed masterpiece.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- Engraving on Premium Archival Paper \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- Hand signed\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- Image format 56 x 43 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- With frame format 80 x 63.5 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Artwork:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\"Solar Monolith\"\u003c\/strong\u003e is a visually arresting and intellectually profound original masterpiece by the acclaimed Swiss artist Albert Merz. This work stands as a definitive example of his \"Pictorial Sign\" language, where raw energy meets geometric silence. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Artist’s Motivation (The Collision of Energy): \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eIn this unique composition, Merz explores the dramatic tension between chaos and order. His motivation was to create a visual \"anchor\"—represented by the solid black pentagonal monolith—within a turbulent, solar-like explosion of amber and yellow. The hollow geometric frame floating above acts as a window into the underlying structure of the universe, creating a visual dialogue between what is built and what is organic. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Master's Process (Intaglio Excellence): \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis is a sophisticated Original Signed Engraving. Merz’s technique involves manually incising precise geometric and gestural forms into a metal plate, allowing for the rich, velvety textures and sharp contrasts that define his high-end graphic work. The final image was hand-pressed onto premium archival paper, making this limited edition (7\/150) a unique testament to the artist's technical precision and physical labor. Every mark captures the tactile depth characteristic of Merz's museum-scale works. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Blue-Chip Investment: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAlbert Merz is a cornerstone of contemporary Swiss art. Owning a hand-signed, limited-edition original from his pivotal era is a prestigious fine art investment, perfect for an elite collection seeking a statement of modern elegance and sophisticated color theory. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Albert Merz","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52960521650518,"sku":null,"price":750.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0915\/9796\/3606\/files\/ObrazokWhatsApp2025-05-11o21.49.28_87d51a72.jpg?v=1774725492","url":"https:\/\/artcollectiononlineshop.com\/products\/albert-merz-solar-monolith-unframed-engraving","provider":"ArtCollection Eri \u0026 Avi","version":"1.0","type":"link"}