Telúrico (Landscape Abstraction), Lotte Schulz (1925–2016), Paraguayan, oil on board

A striking and sophisticated work by Lotte Schulz, painted in 1961, capturing a rhythmic arrangement of geometric peaks in a palette of deep jewel tones. This composition expertly balances sharp, architectural forms with a luminous quality, where amethysts and cool blues are punctuated by flashes of vibrant orange. The textured brushwork creates a sense of profound depth, inviting the viewer into a landscape that feels both ancient and entirely modern.

Schulz was a pioneering figure in 20th-century Latin American Modernism, and this particular piece features a truly unique 1970s presentation. It remains in its original period frame with a vibrant orange textile mount—a bold, “Prestige” aesthetic that perfectly complements the mid-century palette. The reverse bears a 1976 stamp from the legendary T. Eaton Co. Picture Framing Department in Montreal, providing a wonderful piece of provenance that links the work to the height of Canada’s historic fine art scene.

Schulz’s enduring reputation is reflected in her tenure as the director of the Museo Nacional de Bellas Artes in Paraguay and her inclusion in major international collections, such as the Essex Collection of Art from Latin America (ESCALA) in the UK. As interest in international mid-century abstraction continues to grow, works from this definitive period of her career represent a discerning acquisition for the modern collector.

Frame: 51 x 40 cm