Lot #42: Vintage Ernst Geissendörfer Original Signed Etching – "Markusturm, Rothenburg" (Framed)

Vintage Ernst Geissendörfer Original Signed Etching – "Markusturm, Rothenburg" (Framed) Up for auction is a beautiful, authentic vintage etching by the celebrated German master printmaker Ernst Geissendörfer (1908–1993). This piece features a striking, atmospheric winter street scene of the historic medieval Markusturm (St. Mark's Tower) and the adjacent Röderbogen (Röder Arch) in the famous old town of Rothenburg ob der Tauber, Germany. This is a true, hand-pressed monochrome print on paper, showcasing Geissendörfer's signature architectural precision and fine detail. It includes a clear, visible plate mark indentation around the border, proving it was hand-pulled from an original etched metal plate rather than modernly mass-reproduced. Inscriptions & Signatures The white margin directly beneath the image includes the artist's original, handwritten pencil annotations: Lower Left: "Rothenburg o/T." (Indicating the specific location of Rothenburg ob der Tauber) Lower Right: "Orig. Rad. v. E. Geissendörfer" (Short for Original Radierung von Ernst Geissendörfer — translating to Original Etching by Ernst Geissendörfer) Framing & Presentation The artwork comes beautifully housed in a premium, highly ornate custom frame setup. It features a heavy, vintage-style gold-finished wood or composite frame paired with a professional, dark brown double-mat border. The classic framing style makes it completely ready to hang and adds excellent visual presence. Dimensions Total Frame Size: Approximately 15.5" x 17.5" Condition Artwork: Excellent vintage condition. The paper is crisp, the pencil signatures are fully intact, and the printing details remain sharp and clear. Frame: Great structural shape with minor vintage surface wear consistent with age, adding to its antique charm. Glass is fully intact. (Please see pictures for full visual details) Pickup at Yonge Street and Steeles Avenue Dimensions: 15.5" x 17.5" Pickup category timeslot {A}