Michael Parkes Stone Lithograph Titled “Wien”.

Michael Parkes Stone Lithograph Titled “Wien”.

By Michael Parkes (American, b. 1944)

In this masterwork, Parkes invites the viewer into a state of “heightened marvel.” “Wien” captures a moment of motionless communion between time and space, typical of his Magical Realism style. The intricate detail—from the delicate textures of the subject’s attire to the atmospheric depth of the background—was achieved using 100-year-old Bavarian limestone slabs and a vintage 1906 Heidelberg press.

Investment Grade: A Rare 90s Lithograph

• Technical Mastery: Unlike modern digital prints, this is an original stone lithograph. Parkes would draw directly onto the stone, layering colors with meticulous precision. Because the artist has officially retired from stone lithography, these early 90s editions are finite and increasingly rare.
• Elite Provenance: This piece was published by Steltman Editions in Amsterdam, the exclusive publisher that helped launch Parkes into international stardom. The inclusion of the Certificate of Authenticity signed by Gerrit Steltman is the “gold standard” for collectors.
• Condition & Scale: Framed at a staggering 54 x 42 inches, this is a gallery-scale statement piece. Its preservation in a high-quality frame since 1993 ensures the Zerkall Bütten paper and light-sensitive inks remain vibrant.

Technical Profile

• Artist: Michael Parkes
• Title: Wien (Vienna)
• Medium: Hand-Pulled Stone Lithograph on Zerkall Bütten (300 gr/m2)
• Year: 1993
• Edition: 93/140 (Strictly limited total edition of 154)
• Publisher: Steltman Editions, Amsterdam
• Dimensions: Image: 27.9″ x 39.7″ | Framed: 54″ x 42″

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