• Franz West (16 February 1947 – 25 July 2012) was an Austrian artist. He is best known for his unconventional objects and sculptures...
  • ...From abstract and interactive sculpture to furniture and collage, Franz West’s oeuvre possesses a character that is at once lighthearted and deeply philosophical.
  • Franz West, who died in July 2012, achieved worldwide fame with his Passstücke [Adaptives], as well as his sculptures for interior and exterior spaces.
  • I took a liking to Franz West (1947-2012) as soon as I entered the exhibition at the Centre Pompidou and saw this quote by him: “I’ve always thought that the ideal is...
  • Lacquered aluminum, in 4 parts, overall dimensions variable, Stubenbrücke, Vienna © Archiv Franz West and © Estate Franz West.
  • Franz West was an Austrian artist who produced contemporary sculpture, collages, furniture and installations.
  • In spite of his early exposure to the world of art, Franz West did not start to study the subject in a serious way until he was already 26 years of age.
  • Franz West was born in Vienna, Austria, in 1947. From 1977 to 1982 he studied at the Academy of Fine Arts in Vienna with Bruno Gironcoli.
  • Discover and purchase Franz West’s artworks, available for sale. Browse our selection of paintings, prints, and sculptures by the artist, and find art you love.
  • Divan, 38×88in, Sold for $137,000 USD #franzwest https://auctionclub.com/public/historic/franz-west-123589/divan-5451108…