Marian Kamensky Original Graphic “Book Mountain” 2002 – Limited Edition Lithograph 18/20 Signed – Satirical Artwork for Book Lovers

Exclusive and rare collector's print by the world-renowned cartoonist Marian Kamensky from 2002. 38 x 56 cm
This fascinating, highly detailed artwork depicts a humorous and satirical scene: A man sits enthroned, reading, atop a huge, chaotic mountain of books. Upon closer inspection, Kamensky's typical wit and social commentary are revealed in the curious book titles (such as "The Answer," "How to Know?", "Give to No One") and hidden details like a bottle of schnapps nestled among the tomes.
An absolute highlight for any private library, reading room, or as a special gift for passionate book lovers, librarians, and art collectors.

Details about the artwork:
• Artist: Marian Kamensky (born 1957, award-winning illustrator for Der Spiegel, Focus, Die Zeit, The New York Times)
• Year of manufacture: 2002
• Edition: Extremely rare, small limited edition – copy 18 of only 20 worldwide.
• Signature: Hand-signed by the artist at the bottom right with "Kamensky '02". Numbered at the bottom left with "18/20".
• Condition: Very good vintage condition (see detailed images). The work features the characteristic, elegant deckle edge, which is ideally suited for framing.
• Special feature: High-quality graphic print/lithograph on heavy artist paper with beautiful depth of shading.

Marian Kamensky
Marian Kamensky was born in Slovakia in 1957. Although he began drawing at the age of 12, he initially worked as a glassblower and prop master before moving to Hamburg in 1981 to study lithography at the art school. He then worked as an illustrator and cartoonist. For many years, his work was published in numerous newspapers and magazines worldwide – in Germany, for example, in Die Zeit, Der Spiegel, Focus, Nebelspalter, Eulenspiegel, and Psychologie heute – and featured in numerous exhibitions. After returning to Slovakia in 2001, Marian Kamensky has lived in Vienna since 2010.