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b. 1938 - d. 2017

Roland Poska (1938 – February 2, 2017) was an American artist who was notable for pioneering papermaking in modern art, for printmaking, and for frequently combining the two into completed works of art. He was also a teacher at the Layton School of Art in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, a co-founder of the Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design, and founder of the lithography studio the Fishy Whale Press.

Poska was born to Lithuanian parents in Scotland in 1938. At age 10, he and his parents immigrated to the United States, and settled in Rockford, Illinois. After receiving degrees from Rockford College and Cranbrook Academy of Art, he became an instructor at Rockford College, then in 1963, moved to Milwaukee, where he taught at the Layton School of Art. When Layton closed, he co-founded the Milwaukee School of Art and Design and taught there.[1]

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  • POSKA, Roland (American, 1938-2017) Untitled Papestry. Not ...
    Dec. 04, 2024

    POSKA, Roland (American, 1938-2017) Untitled Papestry. Not ...

    Est: $500 - $700

    POSKA, Roland (American, 1938-2017) Untitled Papestry. Not dated. Pigmented hand-made paper pulp. Signed lower center. 28 ½ x 21 w x 1 ¼” d. Metal support verso. Unusual patterns and textures inherent. Overall good condition. Third-party shipping is required.

    Potter & Potter Auctions Inc.
  • Mixed-Media Composition, Roland Poska
    Dec. 02, 2023

    Mixed-Media Composition, Roland Poska

    Est: $80 - $150

    Roland Poska (American, 1938-2017). This Artist's Proof mixed-media composition is pencil signed both middle right and lower right. The proofing is parallel on the left-hand side. The work is housed in a veneered burled wood frame with a cream fabric mat. The frame has a chip to its corner, and there is dirt trapped under the glass. The back of the frame has been taped on. The sight area measures 17 1/2" x 28 1/2", and the frame measures 25" x 36". It weighs 10 lbs. Third-party shipping or personal pickup is required. Please see our website for our shipping recommendations.

    Direct Auction Galleries, Inc.
  • Roland Poska (American, 1938-2017) Two Lithographs
    Apr. 30, 2023

    Roland Poska (American, 1938-2017) Two Lithographs

    Est: $50 - $100

    Title: The Great Human Race / Black Subject: Abstract Type: Lithograph Materials: Wove paper Markings & Inscriptions: Signed, numbered, titled Date: Mid to late 20th century Maker: Roland Poska (American, 1938-2017) Description: A pair of commplimenting abstract color lithographs from the artist's The Great Human Race series. Dimensions: 42" x 30" sheet

    Hoch LTD.
  • Roland Poska (American, 1938-2017) Two Lithographs
    Apr. 30, 2023

    Roland Poska (American, 1938-2017) Two Lithographs

    Est: $50 - $100

    Title: The Great Human Race / White Subject: Abstract Type: Lithograph Materials: Wove paper Markings & Inscriptions: Signed, numbered, titled Date: Mid to late 20th century Maker: Roland Poska (American, 1938-2017) Description: A pair of complimenting abstract color lithographs from the artist's The Great Human Race series. Dimensions: 42" x 30" sheet

    Hoch LTD.
  • Roland Poska (American, 1938-2017) Two Lithographs
    Apr. 30, 2023

    Roland Poska (American, 1938-2017) Two Lithographs

    Est: $50 - $100

    Title: The Great Human Race / Yellow Subject: Abstract Type: Lithograph Materials: Wove paper Markings & Inscriptions: Signed, numbered, titled Date: Mid to late 20th century Maker: Roland Poska (American, 1938-2017) Description: A pair of commplimenting abstract color lithographs from the artist's The Great Human Race series. Dimensions: 42" x 30" sheet

    Hoch LTD.
  • Roland Poska (American, 1938-2017) Papestry
    Apr. 30, 2023

    Roland Poska (American, 1938-2017) Papestry

    Est: $100 - $200

    Title: Untitled Subject: Abstract Type: Cast paper collage Materials: Mixed media with cotton Markings & Inscriptions: Signed bottom right Date: Mid to late 20th century Maker: Roland Poska (American, 1938-2017) Description: An abstract cast paper collage, or "Papestry," by pioneering handmade paper artist Roland Poska, whose works are held in The Art Institute of Chicago and the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Dimensions:17" x 10.5", 31" x 23.25" framed.

    Hoch LTD.
  • Roland Poska (American, 1938-2017)
    May. 31, 2022

    Roland Poska (American, 1938-2017)

    Est: $200 - $400

    Roland Poska (American, 1938-2017) 4 Cast paper collages, signed. Framed. Ranging in size from 15'' x 10'', 38 x 25 cm (object); 30.75'' x 20.5'', 78 x 52 cm (frame) to 17.5'' x 10.5'', 44 x 27 cm (object); 30.5'' x 23.25'', 77 x 59 cm (frame). Roland Poska was a pioneer of handmade paper in the world of contemporary art. Born in Scotland in 1938 he immigrated to the United States in 1948 with his Lithuanian parents, settling in Rockford, Illinois. The artist's paintings are accumulated works made of cotton fibers churned with pure powdered pigments--colorful arrangements that have sculptural attributes and which he referred to as "Papestries." Poska also created sculptures from his handmade cotton paper called "Sentinels." With the textures and appearance of vibrantly hued felts, these pieces are as idiosyncratic as the process, some featuring pastoral scenery of houses and sunsets, and others with abstractly radiating circles and organic shapes.

    Material Culture
  • Roland Poska (American, B.1938)
    Apr. 27, 2022

    Roland Poska (American, B.1938)

    Est: $300 - $600

    Roland Poska (American, B.1938) Portfolio including 17 works: lithographs and collages. Size: 12.75'' x 16.25'' x 2.25'' (32 x 41 x 6 cm). Provenance: The Estate of Patricia Sukonik. Patricia Sukonik was a Pennsylvania based advocate for the arts who worked as an art advisor and dealer from 1976 until her death in 2021. She had a formal education in art history and studio art and continued her education by earning a Doctorate of Juris Prudence. Patricia's collection focused primarily on American and International Printmakers. Proceeds of this lot to benefit The Sukonik Arts Fund at Main Line Reform Temple of Wynnewood, PA.

    Material Culture
  • Roland Poska (American, B.1938)
    Apr. 27, 2022

    Roland Poska (American, B.1938)

    Est: $300 - $600

    Roland Poska (American, B.1938) Collection of Works, including 2 framed works. Provenance: The Estate of Patricia Sukonik. Patricia Sukonik was a Pennsylvania based advocate for the arts who worked as an art advisor and dealer from 1976 until her death in 2021. She had a formal education in art history and studio art and continued her education by earning a Doctorate of Juris Prudence. Patricia's collection focused primarily on American and International Printmakers. Proceeds of this lot to benefit The Sukonik Arts Fund at Main Line Reform Temple of Wynnewood, PA. Size: 1&2) 9.25'' x 12.25'', 23 x 31 cm (sight); 16'' x 20'', 41 x 51 cm (frame); 3) 9.25'' x 26'', 23 x 66 cm (sight); 14'' x 30'', 36 x 76 cm (sheet)

    Material Culture
  • Roland Poska (American, 1938-2017) Mixed MediaÂ
    Jun. 16, 2020

    Roland Poska (American, 1938-2017) Mixed MediaÂ

    Est: $30 - $50

    DESCRIPTION: A limited edition mixed media on paper composition by American papermaker Roland Poska, known for his pioneering papermaking techniques, titled "The Beginning of an Intensive Publicity Campaign" hand signed by "R. Poska" and numbered "Ed. 100". Framed under glass. CIRCA: 20th Century ORIGIN: USA DIMENSIONS: Sight H. 23" x W. 18.5" CONDITION: Good condition. See lot description for details on item condition. More detailed condition requests can be obtained via email (info@akibaantiques.com) or SMS (305) 333-4134. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Akiba Antiques shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.

    Akiba Galleries
  • Roland Poska "Damn Number 9" Lithograph
    Jan. 12, 2020

    Roland Poska "Damn Number 9" Lithograph

    Est: -

    Roland Poska (1938-2017) was an American artist who was notable for pioneering papermaking in modern art,[1] for printmaking, and for frequently combining the two into completed works of art. Roland was a co-founder of the Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design, and founder of the lithography studio the Fishy Whale Press. Artist: Roland Poska Title: "Damn Number 9" Medium: Lithograph Signature Type: Signed Signature Location: Lower Right Edition: Ed. 7Site Measurement: 21x15.75 in. Keywords: Abstract Artwork, Art; Ref: BD1014

    Bradford's
  • Roland Poska (American, 1938-2017) Mixed MediaÂ
    Nov. 05, 2019

    Roland Poska (American, 1938-2017) Mixed MediaÂ

    Est: $200 - $400

    DESCRIPTION: A limited edition mixed media panel on paper composition by American papermaker Roland Poska, known for his pioneering papermaking techniques, titled "The intensification of intensive publicity campaign", hand signed by "R. Poska" and marked "Artist Proof". Framed under glass. CIRCA: 20th Century ORIGIN: USA DIMENSIONS: Sight H. 23" x W. 19" CONDITION: Good condition. See lot description for details on item condition. More detailed condition requests can be obtained via email (info@akibaantiques.com) or SMS (305) 333-4134. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Akiba Antiques shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.

    Akiba Galleries
  • Roland Poska (American, 1938-2017) Mixed MediaÂ
    Nov. 05, 2019

    Roland Poska (American, 1938-2017) Mixed MediaÂ

    Est: $200 - $400

    DESCRIPTION: A limited edition mixed media on paper composition by American papermaker Roland Poska, known for his pioneering papermaking techniques, titled "The Beginning of an Intensive Publicity Campaign" hand signed by "R. Poska" and numbered "Ed. 100". Framed under glass. CIRCA: 20th Century ORIGIN: USA DIMENSIONS: Sight H. 23" x W. 18.5" CONDITION: Good condition. See lot description for details on item condition. More detailed condition requests can be obtained via email (info@akibaantiques.com) or SMS (305) 333-4134. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Akiba Antiques shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.

    Akiba Galleries
  • Roland Poska Portfolio
    May. 30, 2018

    Roland Poska Portfolio

    Est: $900 - $1,200

    Deckle Edge: Where Forces Meet or Part 4 color lithograph portfolios by Roland Polska, 1968. Printed by David Panosh. Signed, numbered and dated in pencil. Edition of 125. Includes Winter, Summer, Spring and Fall series. 68 prints. 16.5" H x 13.5'' W.

    Billings Auction
  • Roland Poska portfolios
    Feb. 10, 2018

    Roland Poska portfolios

    Est: $1,000 - $1,500

    Roland Poska (American 1938- )- ''Deckle Edge: Where Forces Meet or Part''- 4 portfolios of color lithographs, 1968,, printed by David Panosh, all signed, numbered and dated in pencil, edition of 125. Includes Winter, Summer, Spring and Fall series. 68 total prints. 16 1/2 x 13 x 2 1/2'' ea. (folio case)

    Rachel Davis Fine Arts
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