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Illustrator, b. 1908 - d. 1998

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  • Erik Nitsche General Dynamics Original Poster
    Apr. 10, 2025

    Erik Nitsche General Dynamics Original Poster

    Est: $500 - $1,000

    Erik Nitsche General Dynamics Basic Forces Original Vintage Poster Circa 1960's. Framed under plexi glass measures 38 inches x 52 inches.

    Greenwich Auction
  • Erik Nitsche General Dynamics Original Poster
    Apr. 10, 2025

    Erik Nitsche General Dynamics Original Poster

    Est: $500 - $1,000

    Erik Nitsche General Dynamics Nuclear Fusion Original Vintage Poster Circa 1960's. Framed under plexi glass measures 38 inches x 52 inches.

    Greenwich Auction
  • Advertising Poster General Dynamics Aerodynamics Erik Nitsche
    Apr. 05, 2025

    Advertising Poster General Dynamics Aerodynamics Erik Nitsche

    Est: £600 - £1,200

    Original vintage General Dynamics poster by the illustrator, typographer and graphic designer Erik Nitsche (1908-1998) promoting Aerodynamics. Great illustration featuring two planes flying over a globe map diagram of the earth above a photo of a crane, set against a bold red background with stylised lettering above and below in German and English; this poster is one of six designs used by General Dynamics for the first international Atomic Energy Conference in Geneva held by the United Nations UN - Peaceful Uses of Atomic Energy - in 1955. Large size. Good condition, creasing, tears, pinholes, minor staining, paper losses in top left corner. Country of issue: Switzerland, designer: Erik Nitsche, size (cm): 128x91, year of printing: 1955.

    Antikbar Original Vintage Posters
  • Advertising Poster General Dynamics Atoms For Peace Erik Nitsche
    Apr. 05, 2025

    Advertising Poster General Dynamics Atoms For Peace Erik Nitsche

    Est: £600 - £1,200

    Original vintage General Dynamics poster by the illustrator, typographer and graphic designer Erik Nitsche (1908-1998) promoting Atoms For Peace. Great illustration featuring a colourful triangular shape resembling a Christmas tree with a round bauble at the top with the atom symbol set over a grey background with stylised lettering above and below in English. Large size. Good condition, creasing, tears, paper losses in top left corner. Country of issue: Switzerland, designer: Erik Nitsche, size (cm): 128x91, year of printing: 1955.

    Antikbar Original Vintage Posters
  • Advertising Poster General Dynamics Solar Dynamics Erik Nitsche
    Apr. 05, 2025

    Advertising Poster General Dynamics Solar Dynamics Erik Nitsche

    Est: £600 - £1,200

    Original vintage General Dynamics poster promoting El Atomo Para La Paz Solar Dynamics by the illustrator, typographer and graphic designer Erik Nitsche (1908-1998). Great illustration featuring multicoloured squares running from dark to faded colours around an oval shaped circle in the middle against a light yellow background, one of six designs used by General Dynamics for the first international Atomic Energy Conference in Geneva held by the United Nations UN - Peaceful Uses of Atomic Energy - in 1955. Large size. Good condition, creasing, paper losses on top left corner, tears. Country of issue: Switzerland, designer: Erik Nitsche, size (cm): 128x91, year of printing: 1955.

    Antikbar Original Vintage Posters
  • Advertising Poster General Dynamics Electrodynamics Erik Nitsche
    Apr. 05, 2025

    Advertising Poster General Dynamics Electrodynamics Erik Nitsche

    Est: £600 - £1,200

    Original vintage General Dynamics poster by the illustrator, typographer and graphic designer Erik Nitsche (1908-1998) promoting Electrodynamics. Great illustration featuring the atom symbol inside a light bulb in front of a globe map of the world against a grey background with stylised lettering above and below in Sanskrit and English; this poster is one of six designs used by General Dynamics for the first international Atomic Energy Conference in Geneva held by the United Nations UN - Peaceful Uses of Atomic Energy - in 1955. Large size. Good condition, creasing, paper losses on top left corner, small tears. Country of issue: Switzerland, designer: Erik Nitsche, size (cm): 128x91, year of printing: 1955.

    Antikbar Original Vintage Posters
  • Advertising Poster General Dynamics Astrodynamics Erik Nitsche
    Apr. 05, 2025

    Advertising Poster General Dynamics Astrodynamics Erik Nitsche

    Est: £600 - £1,200

    Original vintage General Dynamics poster by the illustrator, typographer and graphic designer Erik Nitsche (1908-1998) promoting Astrodynamics. Great illustration featuring a plane flying over a diagram representing astrodynamics against a grey background with stylised lettering above and below in Russian and English; this poster is one of six designs used by General Dynamics for the first international Atomic Energy Conference in Geneva held by the United Nations UN - Peaceful Uses of Atomic Energy - in 1955. Large size. Good condition, creasing, paper losses on top left corner. Country of issue: Switzerland, designer: Erik Nitsche, size (cm): 128x91, year of printing: 1955.

    Antikbar Original Vintage Posters
  • Advertising Poster General Dynamics Nucleodynamics Erik Nitsche
    Apr. 05, 2025

    Advertising Poster General Dynamics Nucleodynamics Erik Nitsche

    Est: £600 - £1,200

    Original vintage General Dynamics poster promoting Atoms for Peace featuring a colourful DNA design for molecular research by the illustrator, typographer and graphic designer Erik Nitsche (1908-1998) known as the Rubik's Cube design depicting blocks of colour with a photograph of two scientists wearing masks and text above in Japanese - Atoms are for peace! one of six designs used by General Dynamics for the first international Atomic Energy Conference in Geneva held by the United Nations UN - Peaceful Uses of Atomic Energy - in 1955. Large size. Good condition, creasing, paper losses on top left corner. Country of issue: Switzerland, designer: Erik Nitsche, size (cm): 128x91, year of printing: 1954.

    Antikbar Original Vintage Posters
  • Advertising Poster General Dynamics Radiation Dynamics Erik Nitsche
    Apr. 05, 2025

    Advertising Poster General Dynamics Radiation Dynamics Erik Nitsche

    Est: £600 - £1,200

    Original vintage General Dynamics poster by the illustrator, typographer and graphic designer Erik Nitsche (1908-1998) promoting Radiation dynamics. Great illustration featuring a plant, with red rays radiating from above, set over a pink background with stylised lettering above and below in Arabic and English. Large size. Good condition, creasing, pinholes, tears. Country of issue: Switzerland, designer: Erik Nitsche, size (cm): 128x91, year of printing: 1950s.

    Antikbar Original Vintage Posters
  • Advertising Poster General Dynamics Hydrodynamics Erik Nitsche
    Apr. 05, 2025

    Advertising Poster General Dynamics Hydrodynamics Erik Nitsche

    Est: £1,800 - £3,600

    Original vintage General Dynamics poster by the illustrator, typographer and graphic designer Erik Nitsche (1908-1998) promoting Hydrodynamics. Great illustration featuring a green submarine, a coiled shell and a globe in blue set over a grey background with stylised lettering above and below in French and English. Large size. Good condition, creasing, paper losses on top left corner, tears. Country of issue: Switzerland, designer: Erik Nitsche, size (cm): 128x91, year of printing: 1950s.

    Antikbar Original Vintage Posters
  • Advertising Poster General Dynamics Servodynamics Erik Nitsche
    Apr. 05, 2025

    Advertising Poster General Dynamics Servodynamics Erik Nitsche

    Est: £600 - £1,200

    Original vintage General Dynamics poster by the illustrator, typographer and graphic designer Erik Nitsche (1908-1998) promoting Servodynamics. Great illustration featuring red, yellow and blue primary colours with round ripples and stripes against a grey background with stylised lettering above and below in French and English. Large size. Good condition, creasing, paper losses on top left corner, tears. Country of issue: Switzerland, designer: Erik Nitsche, size (cm): 128x91, year of printing: 1950s.

    Antikbar Original Vintage Posters
  • NITSCHE, Erik (1908-1998). Atoms for Peace / General Dynami...
    Mar. 20, 2025

    NITSCHE, Erik (1908-1998). Atoms for Peace / General Dynami...

    Est: $1,000 - $2,000

    NITSCHE, Erik (1908-1998). Atoms for Peace / General Dynamics. Lausanne: Marsens, ca. 1950s. Set of four offset lithograph posters with colorful designs. All 50 x 36”. Unbacked. Edgeworn, marginal tears, chips, internal creasing. Generally B-/C+. Rare.

    Potter & Potter Auctions Inc.
  • ERIK NITSCHE (1908-1998). GENERAL DYNAMICS / TRIGA AROUND THE WORLD. 1960. 50½x35½ inches, 128¼x90¼ cm. R. Marsens, Lausanne.
    Feb. 20, 2025

    ERIK NITSCHE (1908-1998). GENERAL DYNAMICS / TRIGA AROUND THE WORLD. 1960. 50½x35½ inches, 128¼x90¼ cm. R. Marsens, Lausanne.

    Est: $800 - $1,200

    ERIK NITSCHE (1908-1998) GENERAL DYNAMICS / TRIGA AROUND THE WORLD. 1960. 50½x35½ inches, 128¼x90¼ cm. R. Marsens, Lausanne. Condition A: minor creases at edges and in image. Paper.

    Swann Auction Galleries
  • ERIK NITSCHE (1908-1998). GENERAL DYNAMICS / INDUSTRIAL GASES / LIQUID CARBONIC. 1960. 50½x35½ inches, 128¼x90¼ cm. R. Marsens, Lausann
    Feb. 20, 2025

    ERIK NITSCHE (1908-1998). GENERAL DYNAMICS / INDUSTRIAL GASES / LIQUID CARBONIC. 1960. 50½x35½ inches, 128¼x90¼ cm. R. Marsens, Lausann

    Est: $1,500 - $2,000

    ERIK NITSCHE (1908-1998) GENERAL DYNAMICS / INDUSTRIAL GASES / LIQUID CARBONIC. 1960. 50½x35½ inches, 128¼x90¼ cm. R. Marsens, Lausanne. Condition A-: small repaired tears at bottom edge, archival tape on verso; minor creases in image. Paper.

    Swann Auction Galleries
  • ERIK NITSCHE (1908-1998). GENERAL DYNAMICS / UNDERSEA FRONTIERS / ELECTRIC BOAT. 1960. 50½x35½ inches, 128¼x90¼ cm. R. Marsens, Lausann
    Feb. 20, 2025

    ERIK NITSCHE (1908-1998). GENERAL DYNAMICS / UNDERSEA FRONTIERS / ELECTRIC BOAT. 1960. 50½x35½ inches, 128¼x90¼ cm. R. Marsens, Lausann

    Est: $2,000 - $3,000

    ERIK NITSCHE (1908-1998) GENERAL DYNAMICS / UNDERSEA FRONTIERS / ELECTRIC BOAT. 1960. 50½x35½ inches, 128¼x90¼ cm. R. Marsens, Lausanne. Condition A: minor creases at edges. Paper. "General Dynamics was incorporated in 1953 as the parent for ten different manufacturing firms (among them, Electric Boat, Canadair Limited, Electro Dynamic, General Atomic, Convair, and Stromberg-Carlson) which at that time were administering to the defense needs of the United States. Its products ranged from atomic powered submarines to electric motors for destroyers, to the B-58 supersonic jet bomber and the commercial 880 jet transport. The company was also working in the areas of electronics, astronautics, aero- and hydrodynamics, and nuclear physics" (Heller / Nitsche).

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  • ERIK NITSCHE (1908-1998). GENERAL DYNAMICS / EXPLORING THE UNIVERSE / WEATHER CONTROL. 1958. 50x35½ inches, 127x90¼ cm. R. Marsens, Lau
    Feb. 20, 2025

    ERIK NITSCHE (1908-1998). GENERAL DYNAMICS / EXPLORING THE UNIVERSE / WEATHER CONTROL. 1958. 50x35½ inches, 127x90¼ cm. R. Marsens, Lau

    Est: $1,500 - $2,000

    ERIK NITSCHE (1908-1998) GENERAL DYNAMICS / EXPLORING THE UNIVERSE / WEATHER CONTROL. 1958. 50x35½ inches, 127x90¼ cm. R. Marsens, Lausanne. Condition A-: minor repaired tears and abrasions at edges; small loss at bottom left corner.

    Swann Auction Galleries
  • ERIK NITSCHE (1908-1998). GENERAL DYNAMICS / SERVODYNAMICS. 1956. 50½x35½ inches, 128¼x90¼ cm. R. Marsens, Lausanne.
    Feb. 20, 2025

    ERIK NITSCHE (1908-1998). GENERAL DYNAMICS / SERVODYNAMICS. 1956. 50½x35½ inches, 128¼x90¼ cm. R. Marsens, Lausanne.

    Est: $1,000 - $1,500

    ERIK NITSCHE (1908-1998) GENERAL DYNAMICS / SERVODYNAMICS. 1956. 50½x35½ inches, 128¼x90¼ cm. R. Marsens, Lausanne. Condition A / A-: minor creases and abrasions at edges; small tear in lower right corner; minor creases in image. Paper. This is the Italian language poster from the Atoms for Peace series. Muller-Brockmann 265.

    Swann Auction Galleries
  • ERIK NITSCHE (1908-1998). GENERAL DYNAMICS / RADIATION DYNAMICS. 1956. 50½x35¾ inches, 128¼x90¾ cm. R. Marsens, Lausanne.
    Feb. 20, 2025

    ERIK NITSCHE (1908-1998). GENERAL DYNAMICS / RADIATION DYNAMICS. 1956. 50½x35¾ inches, 128¼x90¾ cm. R. Marsens, Lausanne.

    Est: $800 - $1,200

    ERIK NITSCHE (1908-1998) GENERAL DYNAMICS / RADIATION DYNAMICS. 1956. 50½x35¾ inches, 128¼x90¾ cm. R. Marsens, Lausanne. Condition A / A-: small tears and minor abrasions at edges; minor creases in text. Paper. This is the Arabic language poster from the second Atoms For Peace series. Swiss Poster 229.

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  • ERIK NITSCHE (1908-1998). GENERAL DYNAMICS / AERODYNAMICS. 1955. 50½x35¾ inches, 128¼x90¾ cm. R. Marsens, Lausanne.
    Feb. 20, 2025

    ERIK NITSCHE (1908-1998). GENERAL DYNAMICS / AERODYNAMICS. 1955. 50½x35¾ inches, 128¼x90¾ cm. R. Marsens, Lausanne.

    Est: $700 - $1,000

    ERIK NITSCHE (1908-1998) GENERAL DYNAMICS / AERODYNAMICS. 1955. 50½x35¾ inches, 128¼x90¾ cm. R. Marsens, Lausanne. Condition B+: small tears and repaired tears and abrasions at edges; creases in image. Paper. This is the German language poster from the Atoms for Peace series. The Moderns 103, MoMA 219.1956.

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  • ERIK NITSCHE (1908-1998). GENERAL DYNAMICS / HYDRODYNAMICS. 1955. 50½x35½ inches, 128¼x90¼ cm. R. Marsens, Lausanne.
    Feb. 20, 2025

    ERIK NITSCHE (1908-1998). GENERAL DYNAMICS / HYDRODYNAMICS. 1955. 50½x35½ inches, 128¼x90¼ cm. R. Marsens, Lausanne.

    Est: $3,000 - $4,000

    ERIK NITSCHE (1908-1998) GENERAL DYNAMICS / HYDRODYNAMICS. 1955. 50½x35½ inches, 128¼x90¼ cm. R. Marsens, Lausanne. Condition B+: repaired tears at top and bottom, one with clear tape on recto, into image; small tears, creases and abrasions at edges; minor creases in image. Paper. Perhaps the most famous image in the series, this depicts the USS Nautilus, one of the country's first nuclear powered submarines. "It was an indelible logo in its day. Set against a gradated gray background, the shell was a virtual cornucopia of progress. The submarine was not seen as a killing machine, but rather the offspring of progress poised to help the world" (https://www.typotheque.com/articles/erik_nitsche_the_reluctant_modernist). It should be noted that the ongoing project to construct the Nautilus was so top secret that Nitsche was only provided a basic idea of what the submarine would ultimately look like. This is the French language poster from the initial Atoms for Peace series. Dynamic America p. 349 (var), Encyclopedie de l'Affiche p. 104, Modern American 83, MoMA 221.1956, Swiss Poster 228.

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  • ERIK NITSCHE (1908-1998). GENERAL DYNAMICS / ATOMS FOR PEACE. 1955. 50¼x35¾ inches, 127¾x91 cm. R. Marsens, Lausanne.
    Feb. 20, 2025

    ERIK NITSCHE (1908-1998). GENERAL DYNAMICS / ATOMS FOR PEACE. 1955. 50¼x35¾ inches, 127¾x91 cm. R. Marsens, Lausanne.

    Est: $2,500 - $3,500

    ERIK NITSCHE (1908-1998) GENERAL DYNAMICS / ATOMS FOR PEACE. 1955. 50¼x35¾ inches, 127¾x91 cm. R. Marsens, Lausanne. Condition A-: expert restoration in margins and image. This is the English language poster from the initial Atoms for Peace series. MoMA 218.1956, Dynamic America p. 393, The Moderns 105 (var), International Poster Annual 1957 475.

    Swann Auction Galleries
  • ERIK NITSCHE (1908-1998). GENERAL DYNAMICS / ELECTRODYNAMICS. 1955. 50½x35½ inches, 128¼x90¼ cm. R. Marsens, Lausanne.
    Feb. 20, 2025

    ERIK NITSCHE (1908-1998). GENERAL DYNAMICS / ELECTRODYNAMICS. 1955. 50½x35½ inches, 128¼x90¼ cm. R. Marsens, Lausanne.

    Est: $1,000 - $1,500

    ERIK NITSCHE (1908-1998) GENERAL DYNAMICS / ELECTRODYNAMICS. 1955. 50½x35½ inches, 128¼x90¼ cm. R. Marsens, Lausanne. Condition A-: small tears and repaired tears, creases and minor abrasions at edges. Paper. Of the six different posters in this initial series each image was printed in a distinct language. This is the Sanskrit language poster from the initial Atoms for Peace series.

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  • ERIK NITSCHE (1908-1998). GENERAL DYNAMICS / ASTRODYNAMICS. 1955. 50¼x35½ inches, 127¾x90¼ cm. R. Marsens, Lausanne.
    Feb. 20, 2025

    ERIK NITSCHE (1908-1998). GENERAL DYNAMICS / ASTRODYNAMICS. 1955. 50¼x35½ inches, 127¾x90¼ cm. R. Marsens, Lausanne.

    Est: $1,200 - $1,800

    ERIK NITSCHE (1908-1998) GENERAL DYNAMICS / ASTRODYNAMICS. 1955. 50¼x35½ inches, 127¾x90¼ cm. R. Marsens, Lausanne. Condition B+: repaired tears at edges; creases and minor overpainting at edges and in image. "The first series of six posters established a tone for all future General Dynamics graphics, as well as a paradigm, of sorts, for how the marriage of science and engineering would be visualized by kindred companies. Indeed, Nitsche's brand of artful futurism was copied by many others at the time and might be seen today as representative of the so-called 'Atomic Style' that emerged in the mid- to late-1950s" (https://www.typotheque.com/articles/erik_nitsche_the_reluctant_modernist). This is the Russian language poster from the Atoms for Peace series. Dynamic America p. 393, MoMA 220.1956.

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  • ERIK NITSCHE (1908-1998). GENERAL DYNAMICS / SOLAR DYNAMICS. 1955. 50x35 inches, 127x89 cm. R. Marsens, Lausanne.
    Feb. 20, 2025

    ERIK NITSCHE (1908-1998). GENERAL DYNAMICS / SOLAR DYNAMICS. 1955. 50x35 inches, 127x89 cm. R. Marsens, Lausanne.

    Est: $1,500 - $2,000

    ERIK NITSCHE (1908-1998) GENERAL DYNAMICS / SOLAR DYNAMICS. 1955. 50x35 inches, 127x89 cm. R. Marsens, Lausanne. Condition A- / A: minor abrasions at edges; minor creases in image. Nitsche is best remembered for his series of 29 posters for General Dynamics, where he served as Art Director between 1955 and 1960. This is the Spanish language poster from the second Atoms for Peace series.

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  • ERIK NITSCHE (1908-1998). GENERAL DYNAMICS / NUCLEODYNAMICS. 1955. 50¼x35½ inches, 127½x89½ cm. R. Marsens, Lausanne.
    Feb. 20, 2025

    ERIK NITSCHE (1908-1998). GENERAL DYNAMICS / NUCLEODYNAMICS. 1955. 50¼x35½ inches, 127½x89½ cm. R. Marsens, Lausanne.

    Est: $1,000 - $1,500

    ERIK NITSCHE (1908-1998) GENERAL DYNAMICS / NUCLEODYNAMICS. 1955. 50¼x35½ inches, 127½x89½ cm. R. Marsens, Lausanne. Condition A-: minor creases, abrasions and restoration at edges; minor repaired pin holes in corners. "In addition to his artistic inspirations, Nitsche derived much of his imagery from science itself, such as the abstracted symbols for isotopes used in his poster for 'nucleodynamics'" (https://www.typotheque.com/articles/erik_nitsche_the_reluctant_modernist). This is the Japanese language poster from the initial Atoms for Peace series.

    Swann Auction Galleries
  • Erik Nitsche (1908 - 1998) "Underground Exhibit"
    Dec. 17, 2024

    Erik Nitsche (1908 - 1998) "Underground Exhibit"

    Est: $200 - $400

    Erik Nitsche (Swiss, 1908 - 1998) "Underground Exhibit Hall for Automobiles" Signed lower right. Original Mixed Media painting on Illustration Board. Provenance: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. This painting is the original painting which was published on the Fleetwood First Day Cover for the Itay Europa 1987 Modern Art - Architecture stamp issued May 4, 1987. The Renaissance of classical architecture began in Florence, Italy about 1420 and since that date the achievements of Italy's architects have been world renowned. The influence of Renaissance architecture spread into every corner of Europe through the magnificent structures, most notably the basilicas with their awe-inspriing domes. Throughout the Baroque and into the nineteenth century, Italy maintained its place as a leader in architectural innovations. Today, modern Italian architects remain among the most respected in Europe for their designs and implementation of ideas into attractive and functional structures. An important modern structure in Italy is the Underground Exhibit Hall for Autombiles in Turin. Built of steel and concrete, this structure was completed in 1959. Architect Riccardo Morandi is one of Italy's most important architects and designers; he is famous for his bridge over the Lagoon of Maracaibo of Polcevera near Genua and the bridge of Barranquilla, Columbia. Image Size: 14 x 12 in. Overall Size: 20 x 15 in. Unframed. (B10846)

    Helmuth Stone
  • Erik Nitsche (1908 - 1998) "Postal Horn" Original
    Dec. 17, 2024

    Erik Nitsche (1908 - 1998) "Postal Horn" Original

    Est: $200 - $400

    Erik Nitsche (Swiss, 1908 - 1998) "Postal Horn" Signed lower right. Original Mixed Media painting on Illustration Board. Provenance: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. This painting originally appeared on the Fleetwood First Day Cover of the United Nations 44c Stamp Collecting stamp issued May 22, 1986. Stamp collecting, a hobby enjoyed by millions of people around the world, is based on the creativity and craftsmanship of a select few master craftsmen and artists. Typically, a country's postal administration will decide to issue a stamp on a topic of national or international significance. Then, a designer is selected. The designer's job is to create a work of art which graphically displays the selected topic. At the designers' disposal are a variety of techniques which can be used to create the stamp's design. One classic stamp design technique is steel-engraving which employs monochromatic colors. This style of design is extremely difficult and time consuming; it is practiced by only a handful of highly skilled designers whose work is known and sought after around the world. Once the design is selected and approved by the postal administration, it is then reproduced on press plates for printing. The variety of printing techniques is staggering. Photogravure, offset lithography, and steel engraving are three of the most popular techniques. Stamps are normally produced at a national printing agency or a security house. The production of stamps is tightly controlled, and errors or misprints are usually destroyed immediately. Finally, the stamps are distributed to post offices for sale to the public for use to prepay mail . . . and to philatelists for their collections. Image Size: 14 x 12 in. Overall Size: 20 x 15 in. Unframed. (B10378)

    Helmuth Stone
  • Erik Nitsche (1908 - 1998) "25th Ann of OECD" Oil
    Oct. 15, 2024

    Erik Nitsche (1908 - 1998) "25th Ann of OECD" Oil

    Est: $350 - $700

    Erik Nitsche (Swiss, 1908 - 1998) "25th Anniversary of the OECD" Signed lower right. Original Mixed Media painting on Illustration Board. Provenance: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. This painting originally appeared on the Fleetwood First Day Cover for Germany. The Organization for Economic Co-Operation and Development (OECD) provide governments a setting in which to discuss and develop economic and social policy. The 30 member countries (plus 70 associate countries) share a commitment to democratic government and the market economy. The group is best known for its publications and its statistics, its work covers economic and social issues from macroeconomics, trade, education, development, science and innovation. Image Size: 12 x 14 in. Overall Size: 15 x 20 in. Unframed. (B10464)

    Helmuth Stone
  • Erik Nitsche (1908 - 1998) Heidelberg University
    Oct. 15, 2024

    Erik Nitsche (1908 - 1998) Heidelberg University

    Est: $100 - $1,000

    Erik Nitsche (Swiss, 1908 - 1998) "Heidelberg University" Signed lower right. Original Mixed Media painting on Illustration Board. Provenance: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. This painting was originally published on the Fleetwood First Day Cover for the Germany 80pf 600th Anniversary of Heidelberg University stamp issued October 16, 1986. The University of Heidelberg was granted establishment permission October 23 in 1385 AD by Pope Urban VI . October 18, 1386 AD the opening ceremony in the Church of the Holy Spirit was held with the first rector being Marsilius von Inghen. Professors were appointed for theology, jurisprudence and philosophy, with medicine in 1388. Currently about 15% of the 27, 000 students enrolled are from outside of Germany. Image Size: 12 x 14 in. Overall Size: 15 x 20 in. Unframed. (B10465)

    Helmuth Stone
  • Erik Nitsche (1908 - 1998) "Gynecology"
    Oct. 15, 2024

    Erik Nitsche (1908 - 1998) "Gynecology"

    Est: $100 - $1,000

    Erik Nitsche (Swiss, 1908 - 1998) "Gynecology and Obstetrics Symbol" Signed lower right. Original Mixed Media painting on Illustration Board. Provenance: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. This painting was originally published on the Fleetwood First Day Cover for the Germany 60pf Gynecology and Obstetrics stamp issued July 16, 1985. Between September 15 and 20, 1985, Berlin hosted the XI World Congress of the International Federation for Gynecology and Obstetrics. This was indeed an honor, for 1985, marked the German Society for Gynecology and Obstetrics' one hundredth anniversary and the Congress opened on the precise day of the centenary. The international organization owes its existence to Professor Hubert de Watteville who organized the forty-two national organizations into an international society in Geneva, Switzerland in 1954. Today, there are more than twice as many member nations as when the international organization was founded. The International Federation for Gynecology and Obstetrics promotes the worldwide exchange of scientific, technological and medical ideas relating to gynecology. It serves the health of mothers and children even in countries which cannot achieve acceptable health standards on their own. The international organization holds World Congresses every three years. At these gatherings, members share their knowledge of diagnosis and therapy for women's illnesses with the hope of strengthening women's health care worldwide. Image Size: 12 x 14 in. Overall Size: 15 x 20 in. Unframed. (B09749)

    Helmuth Stone
  • Erik Nitsche (1908 - 1998) City Street in Germany
    Oct. 15, 2024

    Erik Nitsche (1908 - 1998) City Street in Germany

    Est: $100 - $1,000

    Erik Nitsche (Swiss, 1908 - 1998) "City Street in Germany" Signed lower left. Original watercolor painting on Illustration Board. Provenance: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. This painting was originally published on the Fleetwood First Day Cover for the Germany 60pf Carl Spitzweg stamp issued August 13, 1985. The streets of Germany reflect the culture and environment of its residents. Most people strive to make their streets into places where they can feel comfortably at home, and the shops and storefronts reflect the personalities and pride of the people who run them. The signs which call attention to the goods and services being offered often make such announcements without saying a word. The image of a hat or a boot displayed on a curving wrought iron sign post adds a touch of whimsy to an otherwise busy stret. While colorful blooms overflow from flower pots which grace the doorways. Image Size: 12 x 14 in. Overall Size: 15 x 20 in. Unframed. (B09751)

    Helmuth Stone
  • Erik Nitsche (1908 - 1998) "Strawberry"
    Oct. 15, 2024

    Erik Nitsche (1908 - 1998) "Strawberry"

    Est: $100 - $1,000

    Erik Nitsche (Swiss, 1908 - 1998) "Strawberry - Manuscript Illumination" Signed lower right. Original Mixed Media painting on Illustration Board. Provenance: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. This painting was originally published on the Fleetwood First Day Cover for the Germany 50 + 20pf Medieval Manuscript Illumination stamp issued October 15, 1985. During the Middle Ages, the medieval mind delighted in ornate and colorful art. And nowhere is this love more evident than in medieval manuscripts, for they are alive with intricate and colorful drawings created in the margins and at the beginnings of chapters by patient monks working by hand. Known as illuminations, these miniature works of art virtually illuminate the pages of the ancient manuscripts with their bright colors and intricate designs. But beyond their beauty, the illuminations also mark an important milestone in history, for their disappearance -- with the invention of printing -- signified the end of an antiquated age and became a strong signal of the coming of modern culture. Illumination reached its highest form in the 14th and 15th centuries, when pages were decorated with gold, silver and all the colors of the rainbow. Indeed, the gray parchment was lighted with floriated letters, margins filled with leaves and branches and scenes from the painter's own life. Through their works, the illuminators imbued the written page with a beauty and attractiveness beyond the powers of a mere scribe alone. Since many of the illuminated manuscripts were religious in nature, the figures illuminated often had religious significance. One example is the strawberry, featured in thos artwork, for it symbolized the blood of Christ spilt for the redemption of the world. It is little wonder that the miniature illuminations were extremely popular in the Middle Ages. Image Size: 12 x 14 in. Overall Size: 15 x 20 in. Unframed. (B09830)

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  • Erik Nitsche (1908 - 1998) "Royal Canadian Navy"
    Oct. 15, 2024

    Erik Nitsche (1908 - 1998) "Royal Canadian Navy"

    Est: $100 - $1,000

    Erik Nitsche (Swiss, 1908 - 1998) "Royal Canadian Navy Graphic "75"" Signed lower right. Original Mixed Media painting on Illustration Board. Provenance: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. This painting was originally published on the Fleetwood First Day Cover for the Canada 34c Royal Canadian Navy stamp issued November 8, 1985. Celebrating its seventy-fifth anniversary in 1985, the Royal Canadian Navy was established by an act of the British Parliament on May 4, 1910. Originally equipped with only two training cruisers -- the HMCS Niobe for the East Coast, and the HMCS Rainbow for the West Coast -- the Royal Canadian Navy grew rapidly with the outbreak of World War I. The relatively small fleet -- seven thousand men by 1917 -- aided the Allied war effort by conducting antisubmarine patrols across the Atlantic. The fleet increased beginning in 1923 with the formation of the Royal Canadian Naval Reserve and the Royal Canadian Naval Volunteer Reserve. By World War II, there were over nine hundred ships in the RCN, 375 of which were armed for offensive action, manned by a total of approximately 95,000 volunteers. Again, the Canadian Navy was charged with opening the sea lanes in the Atlantic; their fighting spirit provided safe passage for troop and cargo ship convoys against the dreaded German U-boats. The link between Great Britain and the Canadian Northwest Atlantic Command proved particularly vital in late 1942, when Canadian warships escorted the Anglo-American invasion force to North Africa. After the war, the reserve forces were reorganized while the RCN continued to provide aid during the Korean Conflict, and bolster its NATO commitments. Today, the Royal Canadian Navy is unified with the other service branches to form the Canadian Armed Forces. Image Size: 14 x 12 in. Overall Size: 20 x 15 in. Unframed. (B09888)

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  • Erik Nitsche (1908 - 1998) "Happy Birthday"
    Jun. 16, 2024

    Erik Nitsche (1908 - 1998) "Happy Birthday"

    Est: $100 - $1,000

    Erik Nitsche (Swiss, 1908 - 1998) "Happy Birthday" Signed lower right. Original Mixed Media on Illustration Board. Provenance: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. This painting was originally published on the Fleetwood First Day Cover for the U.S. 34c Happy Birthday stamp issued February 8, 2002. Anyway you say it -- Feliz Cumpleanos (Spanish), Frohlicher Geburtstag (German) or Tanjobi Omedeto (Japanese) -- it means "Happy Birthday to you!" Around the world people celebrate their birthdays. Many countries have their own distinctive customs for honoring this very special day. Celebrations of children's birthdays kinderfeste, began in Germany about 200 years ago with the placing of candles on birthday cakes to reflect the child's age. There the belief was founded that blowing out all the candles with one breath would make a wish come true. Around the same time, the practice of giving spankings to the birthday celebrant for good luck was started. One spanking for each year of the child's life was delivered, along with one to grow on, one to live on, one to eat on, one to be happy on, and one to get married on. In 1893, two American sisters, Mildred and Patty Hill, wrote the song Happy Birthday to You which became a huge hit all over the world. Today it lends a festive air to birthday celebrations in many different countries. Sometimes people are unable to attend birthday celebrations but want to make their good wishes known. About 100 years ago the custom of sending birthday cards began in England. Today millions of birthday cards spreading good cheer are sent around the world each year. Image Size: 8.5 x 11.75 in. Overall Size: 15 x 20 in. Unframed. (B10271)

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  • Erik Nitsche (1908 - 1998) "Underground Exhibit"
    Jun. 16, 2024

    Erik Nitsche (1908 - 1998) "Underground Exhibit"

    Est: $350 - $700

    Erik Nitsche (Swiss, 1908 - 1998) "Underground Exhibit Hall for Automobiles" Signed lower right. Original Mixed Media painting on Illustration Board. Provenance: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. This painting is the original painting which was published on the Fleetwood First Day Cover for the Itay Europa 1987 Modern Art - Architecture stamp issued May 4, 1987. The Renaissance of classical architecture began in Florence, Italy about 1420 and since that date the achievements of Italy's architects have been world renowned. The influence of Renaissance architecture spread into every corner of Europe through the magnificent structures, most notably the basilicas with their awe-inspriing domes. Throughout the Baroque and into the nineteenth century, Italy maintained its place as a leader in architectural innovations. Today, modern Italian architects remain among the most respected in Europe for their designs and implementation of ideas into attractive and functional structures. An important modern structure in Italy is the Underground Exhibit Hall for Autombiles in Turin. Built of steel and concrete, this structure was completed in 1959. Architect Riccardo Morandi is one of Italy's most important architects and designers; he is famous for his bridge over the Lagoon of Maracaibo of Polcevera near Genua and the bridge of Barranquilla, Columbia. Image Size: 14 x 12 in. Overall Size: 20 x 15 in. Unframed. (B10846)

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  • Erik Nitsche (1908 - 1998) "Damaged Leaf"
    Apr. 14, 2024

    Erik Nitsche (1908 - 1998) "Damaged Leaf"

    Est: $100 - $1,000

    Erik Nitsche (Swiss, 1908 - 1998) "Damaged Leaf" Signed lower right. Original Mixed Media painting on Illustration Board. Provenance: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. This painting was originally published on the Fleetwood First Day Cover for the Germany 80pf Forest Conservation stamp issued July 16, 1985. A forest in its natural state changes little from year to year. But, with the intervention of man, a forest can suffer -- its very existence questioned in an incredibly short amount of time. For this reason, the forest needs to be watched, and maintained, so that it will continue to offer us its many gifts. In highly developed countries, forests are today respected for their contributions to our system of life -- for the important chemical balances they provide. But in many developing nations, where the forests are so plentiful, there is no maintenance. And there is no assurance that those forests so vital to our planetary survival will exist even a few hundred years from now. Image Size: 12 x 14 in. Overall Size: 15 x 20 in. Unframed. (B09752)

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  • Erik Nitsche (1908 - 1998) Centre Des Congres
    Apr. 14, 2024

    Erik Nitsche (1908 - 1998) Centre Des Congres

    Est: $100 - $1,000

    Erik Nitsche (Swiss, 1908 - 1998) "Centre Des Congres in Monaco" Signed lower right. Original Mixed Media on Illustration Board. Provenance: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. This painting was originally published on the Fleetwood First Day Cover for the Monaco Europa 1987 Modern Art - Architecture stamp issued April 23, 1987. A tiny principality with a rich history, Monaco is tucked along the French Mediterranean coastline. The nation has been at the forefront of modern trends in Europe, especially during the twentieth century. Nowhere is this better seen that in Monaco's architecture. The architectural legacy of the Grimaldi Prences is evident; ultra-modern structures are built on land reclaimed from the Mediterranean and co-exist side by side with traditional structures such as Monaco's cathedral and those found in the Palace Square area. Designed by the noted European architect Vasarely, the Centre des Congr?s complex -- complete with heliport -- occupies a stretch along the Monaco shore. The building's design represents a modern solution to the functional problems inherent in office buildings. It features a horizontally integrated structure with plenty of window area and "open" space. Image Size: 14 x 12 in. Overall Size: 20 x 15 in. Unframed. (B11061)

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  • Erik Nitsche (1908 - 1998) "Abstract Sculpture"
    Apr. 14, 2024

    Erik Nitsche (1908 - 1998) "Abstract Sculpture"

    Est: $100 - $1,000

    Erik Nitsche (Swiss, 1908 - 1998) "Abstract Sculpture Woman and Bird" Signed lower right. Original Mixed Media painting on Illustration Board. Provenance: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. This painting is the original painting which was published on the Fleetwood First Day Cover for the Spain Europa 1987 Modern Art - Architecture stamp issued May 15, 1987. Spain has been involved in every significant architectural movement and school in the last thousand years: Romanesque structures which lasted until the rise of the Gothic style of architecture in the 12th Century; the magnificent cathedrals and palaces of the Renaissance; the ornateness of the Baroque period; and the present day Art Nouveau architecture. Spain's architectural traditions are indeed rich and varied, and Spanish architecture in the last decades has been renewing constructive ideas and establishing a relationship with urban areas which need regenerating. Modern architectural theories try to combine the functional and the aesthetic with an ambition which leaves behind old molds. Image Size: 14 x 12 in. Overall Size: 20 x 15 in. Unframed. (B10770)

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  • Erik Nitsche (1908 - 1998) Map w/ Dividing Lines
    Apr. 14, 2024

    Erik Nitsche (1908 - 1998) Map w/ Dividing Lines

    Est: $100 - $1,000

    Erik Nitsche (Swiss, 1908 - 1998) "City Map with Dividing Lines" Signed lower left. Original Mixed Media on Illustration Board. Provenance: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. The Universal Postal Union, a specialized agency of the United Nations, was established to improve postal service throughout the world by ensuring international collaboration. At the beginning of the 19th century, postal relations between nations consisted of a bewildering array of bilateral treaties, which were further confused by a diversity of currencies and units of weight. Postal charges were largely calculated by distance traveled. In addition, the recipient of the letter, rather than the sender, was responsible for expenses incurred! In 1837, British educator and reformer Rowland Hill first proposed charging a single uniform rate for mail delivery, based on weight rather than distance, and the use of prepaid postage stamps. On September 15, 1874, representatives of 22 countries met at the first International Postal Congress to sign a "Treaty concerning the Establishment of a General Postal Union." This organization became responsible for the adoption of uniform postal rates and units of weight between all member nations. In 1878, the second International Postal Congress was held and the body's name was changed to Universal Postal Union (UPU). On July 1, 1948, the UPU became a specialized agency of the United Nations. Over the years, the UPU has extended its functions to cover other international services provided by postal administrations, including money orders, parcel post, postal checks, cash on delivery and savings banks. Image Size: 12.25 x 18.25 in. Overall Size: 17.5 x 20 in. Unframed. (B08810)

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  • Erik Nitsche (1908 - 1998) "Fort York/Ontario"
    Apr. 14, 2024

    Erik Nitsche (1908 - 1998) "Fort York/Ontario"

    Est: $100 - $1,000

    Erik Nitsche (Swiss, 1908 - 1998) "Fort York/Ontario" Signed lower right. Original Mixed Media painting on Illustration Board. Provenance: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. This painting was originally published on the Fleetwood First Day Cover for the Canada 34c Fort York stamp issued June 28, 1985. Canada's historic Fort York, located near present day Toronto, was the site of several important battles during the War of 1812. On the morning of April 27, 1813, the soldiers at the garrison and the townspeople of York were startled to see the sails of fifteen American warships in the harbor. The British forces at the fort were outnumbered three to one by the Americans and a furious battle was fought. During one part of the action, the powder magazine at the fort accidentally exploded, killing many men on both sides. Indeed, the large numberof British and American casualties made this one of the bloodiest battles in the War of 1812. Despite stiff resistance, the Americans were able to capture the fort and town, thereby gaining many badly needed supplies. The American forces returned to Fort York several months later and landed unopposed. However, the British soldiers had anticipated the Americans' return and hid many military supplies before the American forces could seize them. After the second American raid, Fort York was rebuilt and fortified to withstand direct attacks. However, no more battles were fought during the War of 1812. During the American Civil War, however, a heavy seven-gun battery was placed along the south wall of the fort to ward against fighting along the U.S./Canada border. Today, Fort York is maintained as a living museum and recreates for visitors the sights and sounds of a nineteenth century British garrison. Image Size: 14 x 12 in. Overall Size: 20 x 15 in. Unframed. (B09685)

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  • Erik Nitsche (1908 - 1998) "UN in Oceania"
    Apr. 14, 2024

    Erik Nitsche (1908 - 1998) "UN in Oceania"

    Est: $100 - $1,000

    Erik Nitsche (Swiss, 1908 - 1998) "United Nations in Oceania" Signed lower right. Original Acrylic on Illustration Board. Provenance: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. This painting was originally published on the Fleetwood First Day Cover for the U.N. 22c 40th Anniversary of the United Nations stamp issued June 26, 1985. During World War II, the nations allied against Germany, Italy and Japan were known as the United Nations. Later, this name was given to a postwar organization dedicated to preserving lasting world peace. In 1945, representatives of the allied nations met in San Francisco to work out a plan for this new international organization to help keep the peace. This plan was described in a document known as the Charter of the United Nations. In June, 1945 Australia and other Oceania countries ... together with nearly fifty other nations ... signed this Charter to become the first UN members. As members, each nation pledges to uphold the purposes of the United Nations -- foremost being the preservation of international peace and security. The United Nations is also dedicated to the development of friendly relations among nations based on equal rights and international cooperation. Since the founding of the United Nations, nearly every country on earth has joined the organization. New members are admitted to the United Nations on recommendation of the Security Council, however each new member must be accepted by a two-thirds vote of the General Assembly. To be considered for membership each country must be a peace-loving state. Image Size: 14 x 12 in. Overall Size: 20 x 15 in. Unframed. (B09620)

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  • Erik Nitsche (1908 - 1998) "UN in Asia"
    Apr. 14, 2024

    Erik Nitsche (1908 - 1998) "UN in Asia"

    Est: $100 - $1,000

    Erik Nitsche (Swiss, 1908 - 1998) "United Nations in Asia" Signed lower right. Original Mixed Media painting on Illustration Board. Provenance: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. This painting was published on the Fleetwood First Day Cover for the U.N. 67c 40th Anniversary of the United Nations Souvenir Sheet issued June 26, 1985. When the United Nations was established in 1945, the UN Charter set up six different divisions to carry out the goals and objectives of the United Nations. Each division -- or organ as they are called -- has specific duties, powers and operating methods. The major organ of the United Nations is the General Assembly. This is the only organ in which all member nations are represented. The General Assembly discusses issues of importance to all UN members and recommends actions to be taken by individual UN members or the other organs of the UN. The Security Council has the primary responsibility of preserving worldwide peace. The Council may investigate a dispute between nations and suggest ways of settling it. To help the other organs of the United Nations perform their duties as efficiently as possible, The Secretariat manages the day-to-day business of the UN. The Charter gives the Economic and Social Council several duties including encouraging universal human rights and higher standards of living for all nations. Legal disputes between nations are handled by the International Court of Justice. The sixth organ of the UN is the Trusteeship Council which is responsible for watching over territories that are not independent. These six organs of the United Nations work together to make the world a more peaceful and secure place to live. Image Size: 14 x 12 in. Overall Size: 20 x 15 in. Unframed. (B09619)

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  • Erik Nitsche (1908 - 1998) "Germany Postal Relics"
    Apr. 14, 2024

    Erik Nitsche (1908 - 1998) "Germany Postal Relics"

    Est: $100 - $1,000

    Erik Nitsche (Swiss, 1908 - 1998) "Germany Postal Relics" Signed lower right. Original Mixed Media on Illustration Board. Provenance: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. This artwork was originally published on the Fleetwood First Day of Issue Maximum Card for the U.S. 22c Stamp Collecting stamp issued January 23, 1986. Today, it is a simple matter to send a letter abroad. However, in the mid 1800s it was somewhat more troublesome. For, in countries like Germany, there were numerous sovereign states and many different routes through rough, mountainous terrain. During this time, the duties of the postmaster were often combined with that of innkeeper. In addition to serving as a host for travelers, this person was responsible for receiving and passing along the mail to the next post, and providing fresh horses for the postboys who carried the mail. When the mail was due to arrive, the citizens of the town would gather around the Post Office to wait for its arrival which was heralded by the distant sound of the postal horn. Today, the postal horn has come to symbolize much of the rich postal history of Germany and other nations. This artwork depicts an antique postal horn from the early 1900s, and an ornate mailbox used by the Imperial German Mail Service. An official post office sign of the German Reichspost is also shown. Image Size: 14 x 12 in. Overall Size: 20 x 15 in. Unframed. (B10034)

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  • ERIK NITSCHE (1908-1998). GENERAL DYNAMICS / RADIATION DYNAMICS. 1956. 50¼x35½ inches, 127½x89½ cm. R. Marsens, Lausanne.
    Feb. 29, 2024

    ERIK NITSCHE (1908-1998). GENERAL DYNAMICS / RADIATION DYNAMICS. 1956. 50¼x35½ inches, 127½x89½ cm. R. Marsens, Lausanne.

    Est: $800 - $1,200

    ERIK NITSCHE (1908-1998) GENERAL DYNAMICS / RADIATION DYNAMICS. 1956. 50¼x35½ inches, 127½x89½ cm. R. Marsens, Lausanne. Condition A- / B+: creases, tears, losses and abrasions at edges. Paper. This is the Arabic language poster from the second Atoms For Peace series.

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  • ERIK NITSCHE (1908-1998). GENERAL DYNAMICS / SOLAR DYNAMICS. 1955. 50x35 inches, 127x89 cm. R. Marsens, Lausanne.
    Feb. 29, 2024

    ERIK NITSCHE (1908-1998). GENERAL DYNAMICS / SOLAR DYNAMICS. 1955. 50x35 inches, 127x89 cm. R. Marsens, Lausanne.

    Est: $1,500 - $2,000

    ERIK NITSCHE (1908-1998) GENERAL DYNAMICS / SOLAR DYNAMICS. 1955. 50x35 inches, 127x89 cm. R. Marsens, Lausanne. Condition A-: minor repaired tears in lower image; minor creases at edges and in image. Framed. Nitsche is best remembered for his series of 29 posters for General Dynamics, where he served as Art Director between 1955 and 1960. This is the Spanish language poster from the second Atoms for Peace series.

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  • General Dynamics / Hydrodynamics. 1955.
    Nov. 12, 2023

    General Dynamics / Hydrodynamics. 1955.

    Est: $4,000 - $5,000

    ARTIST: ERIK NITSCHE (1908-1998) SIZE: 35 1/2 x 50 1/8 in./90.2 x 127.4 cm PRINTER: R. Marsens, Lausanne DESCRIPTION: Possibly the most famous image in the series, "It was an indelible logo in its day... the shell was a virtual cornucopia of progress" (I Heart Design, p. 55). "The symbol of our progress is the great atomic submarine 'Nautilus,'" General Dynamics' CEO said, downplaying the global nuclear strategy of which submarines were a part. The text is in French, in homage to Jules Verne's “Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea,” from which the Nautilus is named. The USS Nautilus (SSN-571) is a National Historic Landmark permanently berthed as a museum in Groton, Connecticut. (Modern; Technology; Swiss)

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  • Erik Nitsche (1908-1998) Cubus Houses in Norway WC
    Sep. 24, 2023

    Erik Nitsche (1908-1998) Cubus Houses in Norway WC

    Est: $100 - $1,000

    Erik Nitsche (Swiss, 1908 - 1998) "Cubus Houses in Norway" Signed lower right. Original Watercolor painting on Illustration Board. Provenance: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. This painting is the original painting which was published on the Fleetwood First Day Cover for the Norway Europa 1987 Modern Art - Architecture stamp issued April 3, 1987. Abundant forests have made wood one of the most popular building materials in Norway. For centuries, the majority of Norwegian public buildings were constructed of wood rather than stone. Wooden structures have also traditionally dominated private housing construction in Norway -- and still do today. Thus, when Norwegian architects Odd Lovset and Nils Roar Ovsthus designed the Cubus Houses in Bergen, wood was the natural building material of choice. Like much of Norway's modern architecture, the Cubus Houses reflect the blending of modern architectural regimes such as Rationalism, Functionalism and Expressionism with traditional materials and high standards of craftsmanship and detail. It is easy to see the subtle mingling of traditional and modern architectural thought in the structures. The angular design of the buildings with their airy patios and balconies is balanced by the conformity of the traditional wooden construction materials. Image Size: 14 x 12 in. Overall Size: 20 x 15 in. Unframed. (B10929)

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  • Erik Nitsche (1908 - 1998) "UN in Europe"
    Sep. 24, 2023

    Erik Nitsche (1908 - 1998) "UN in Europe"

    Est: $100 - $1,000

    Erik Nitsche (Swiss, 1908 - 1998) "United Nations in Europe" Signed lower right. Original Mixed Media painting on Illustration Board. Provenance: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. This painting was originally published on the Fleetwood First Day Cover for the U.N. 22c 40th Anniversary of the United Nations stamp issued June 26, 1985. Shortly after the end of World War II, the peace-loving nations of the world banned together to form an organization dedicated to preserving world peace and security. Founded in 1945 in San Francisco, this international organization -- known as the United Nations -- sought to rebuild the war torn nations of Europe. Much of Europe faced not only the devastation of the war itself ... but economic problems as well. To combat these problems, the United Nations took action to provide relief, rehabilitation and reconstruction for the nations ravaged by World War II. The United Nations Relief and Rehabilitation Administration is credited with providing much needed aid to the people and nations. To assist nations in dealing with regional and economic problems, the UN established the Economic Commission for Europe. Today, forty years after the establishment of the United Nations, the UN continues to help peoples and nations affected by war. In addition, the United Nations struggles to improve the way of life for all mankind by combating hunger, providing aid to needy children and fighting for universal human rights. In celebration of its fortieth anniversary of worldwide cooperation and brotherhood, the United Nations issued a special anniversary issue of six Stamps and three Souvenir Sheets in Geneva, Switzerland ... Vienna, Aus- tria ... in addition to UN headquarters in New York and in San Francisco -- the city where the UN was founded in 1945. Image Size: 14 x 12 in. Overall Size: 20 x 15 in. Unframed. (B09622)

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