This magnificent piece is an original painting, hand signed, and in the manner of the famous German born artist Alfred Gockel. Famous for his abstract expressionist art, this has all of the fun and great use of color by Gockel. It is not a giclee or any other reproduction. It is beautifully matted and framed to accent the piece. We base this attribution on the same medium, style, subject, complexity, and signature as used by Gockel. Medium: Acrylic on paper. Condition: Excellent. Edition: Unique original work of art. Signature: Lower right. Size: 13 x 8.25 in. New Frame: 20 x 16 in. Provenance: This is from a 30+ year collection of art from our consignor in Chicago who has many pieces he did not have authenticated over the decades. Alfred Alexander Gockel (he goes by “Alex, but his given name is Alfred) was born in the coal mining town near Münster, Germany in 1952. Gockel’s first work was published when he was only 8 years old. He planned to become an engineer, but at the age of 16 Gockel began to work in the German coal mines at 700 meters deep. When the mining industry experienced a downturn, many of the town’s inhabitants were left without jobs. The struggle Gockel felt at this time continues to affect his artwork today. Gockel’s experience in the coal mines is a major reason why he uses self-prepared tar in his own acrylics. Four Seasons Auction Gallery/Aardvark Antiques, LLC does not authenticate thus the very low auction estimates. We welcome you to bring an expert in to examine any of our art. This piece is sold In the Manner of the artist, it is not accompanied by any authentication issued by the artist's authority. Our definition of In the manner of: The auction house believes that the work is done in the manner of the named artist but possibly after their lifetime. This piece is not included in the artist's catalog. If you have questions about the certification of any piece in this catalog please do not hesitate to contact us. It is fully bidders' responsibility to check and inspect the artwork for accuracy, provenance, etc. before putting a bid. Expect to pay $4000 and up in a gallery on this spectacular, original art! Congratulations to the winning bidder!