Nebo
Limited edition print / Mixed media on paper • Hannu Hyrske (Inscribed 'Hannu Hyrske' lower right)
Style & Movement
Contemporary Abstract / Lyrical Abstraction
Medium & Technique
Lithography or etching with potential mixed media elements; employs gestural line work, cross-hatching, and color blocking.
Creation Period
Late 20th to Early 21st Century (Circa 1990-2010)
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 40 x 30 cm (unframed image size); Vertical portrait orientation.
Subject Description
An abstract composition featuring architectural or skeletal line work intersecting over a textured, grey-toned background. A singular red square provides a focal point in the lower left, juxtaposed against dark gestural masses and faint calligraphic script in the upper right.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Very Good; the paper appears flat and well-preserved within the mounting. No visible foxing or mold.
Estimated Market Value
$300 - $600 USD
Auction Estimate
$200 - $450 USD
Provenance History
Likely acquired from a Northern European or Finnish gallery; inscribed 68/250, indicating it is part of a medium-sized edition run.
Art Historical Significance
Representative of Finnish contemporary printmaking, reflecting a modernist interest in the balance between rigid geometry and organic, expressive mark-making.
Notable Features
Hand-signed by the artist; numbered edition 68/250; titled 'Nebo' (which can translate to 'Sky' or 'Heaven' in Slavic languages, adding a layer of spiritual or atmospheric subtext).
Condition Issues
Possible minor undulation of the paper under the matting; some slight aging of the paper edges (yellowing) may be present beneath the frame.
Conservation Recommendations
Ensure the use of acid-free matting and UV-protective glazing to prevent light fading, particularly for the red pigment which is prone to photolytic degradation.