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The Death of Hundertwasser - an Austrian Painter

From the original Art on Stamps archive

The Austrian painter Friedensreich Hundertwasser (Friedrich Stowasser) died at age 71 on February 19th 2000 on board of the ship Queen Elizabeth 2. He was buried in the "Garden of the Happy Dead" from New Zealand, the country where he decided to settle. Tip : please point on the images with the mouse for more information.

His work, appreciated by the public for its colorful content, is characterized by abstract and decorative features, enhanced by golden or silver elements. His style resembles the one of his compatriot, Gustav Klimt. He disliked straight lines, considering them "the devil's tools".

Some recent stamps are displayed below. The miniature sheet of Austria, showing the "Blue Blues" work, was issued the 2nd of July 2000, and commemorates the death of the artist.

The stamps of Liechtenstein were issued on 9th of May 2000. They commemorate the participation of Liechtenstein at the World Exhibition Hanover 2000.