Lenz Klotz was a prominent figure in informal painting in Basel from the 1950s until 2017. His artistic foundation stemmed from his extensive study of influential artists such as Paul Cézanne, the Cubists, and his mentor Walter Bodmer. Klotz’s unique visual language revolved around fluid and fluctuating lines. Initially influenced by the structured discipline of Cubism, his style progressively evolved into more fluid and dynamic line paintings. By the early 1960s, his lines took on a rhythmic quality, forming vibrant geometrical shapes that evoked calligraphy, musical scores, and other lyrical forms of expression. Klotz’s works are featured in prestigious collections including Kunsthaus Zürich, Aargauer Kunsthaus, Kunstmuseum Basel, and Kunstmuseum Luzern.
www.ftn-books.com has several Klotz titles available.
