JOHANNES ITTEN Horizontal-Vertical, 1999

Rare exhibition poster featuring the work of Johannes Itten, published as part of the celebrated Collection of European Masters series for the Kunstsammlung Nordrhein-Westfalen by Achenbach Editions in Germany.

A pioneering figure of the Bauhaus movement, Itten is widely recognized for his groundbreaking theories on color, form, and design. His teachings profoundly influenced twentieth-century modern art, graphic design, and architecture. This composition exemplifies his fascination with geometric abstraction and harmonic color relationships, using layered rectangular forms and richly modulated tones to create rhythm, balance, and spatial depth.

The Collection of European Masters series became highly regarded for its refined printing quality and elegant presentation, introducing important modern European artists to a broader audience during the pre-digital poster era. Printed in Germany, these museum posters are increasingly appreciated today as collectible works of graphic art in their own right.

The Kunstsammlung Nordrhein-Westfalen is one of Germany’s premier museums for modern and contemporary art, renowned for its holdings of European masters including Kandinsky, Picasso, Klee, and other major twentieth-century artists.

Framing available upon request.