Sheet meng.post - Gust Graas 2024

Description

Stamp for Gust Graas’ 100^th birthday

The stamp dedicated to Gust Graas celebrates the work of a Luxembourgish artist who left a lasting mark on his era with his unique creativity and artistic vision. Renowned as a jurist and businessman, he is foremost recognized for his remarkable contributions to abstract art and collage.

Inspired by masters like Bonnard, Kandinsky, Klee, and Miró, Gust Graas developed a distinctive visual language. His works stand out for their bold use of color, dynamic geometric shapes, and a constant quest for balance between order and chaos.

The stamps reflect this unique artistic universe, characterized by lyrical abstraction and constructivism. Every detail of the artworks depicted on the stamps invites exploration of the many facets of the artist and his evolution over the decades, including his time in Mallorca, where he expanded his artistic repertoire.

This special edition pays tribute to an artist whose talent continues to inspire and enrich Luxembourg's cultural heritage.