
Udo Jürgens at the piano
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January 30, 03:35 PM GMT
Estimate
600 - 800 EUR
Lot Details
Description
Bruno Bruni
b. 1935
Udo Jürgens at the piano
signed and dated 2000 (lower right)
acrylic and collage on canvas
151 by 130.5 cm.
59½ by 51⅜ in.
Executed in 2000.
Bruno Bruni is an Italian-German artist known for his elegant and sensual style. Born in 1935 in Gradara, Italy, Bruni initially studied at the Instituto d’Arte Pesaro before moving to Hamburg, Germany, in the 1960s to attend the Hochschule für Bildende Künste. His time in Germany marked a turning point, as he discovered a unique space between classical Italian and contemporary German influences. Bruni gained prominence through his delicate and expressive depictions of the female form, often characterized by soft, flowing lines and subtle color gradations. His works are celebrated for their intimate portrayals of beauty, warmth, and mystery, capturing the allure of femininity with grace and sophistication. Bruni remained true to his artistic vision, whether in his drawings, lithography, or sculptural work.
Udo Jürgens was an admirer of Bruni’s artistry and included several of his pieces in his personal collection, including bronze sculptures, a drawing, and a personal portrait on his piano.