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b. 1958 -

In his youth Michael Poliza pursued a career in acting and received a number of roles in TV series and films. Born in Hamburg, he was able to finish the last years of school in Dallas, Texas. Until 1979, he then completed his studies in Computer Science in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Between 1980 and 1996, Poliza was especially active in the IT business. In 1997, he deliberately decided to sell his IT companies, in order to accompany the 1000 days ‘Starship Millenium Voyage’ initiated by the German magazine ‘Stern’. In 2006, he published his first book ‘AFRICA’, which was followed by his second publication ‘EYES OVER AFRICA’ in 2008. In the same year Michael Poliza was awarded with the International Photography Award (USA), the Deutsche Fotobuchpreis as well as with the ‘Preis der Internationalen Kalstarschau’ (now Gregor Calendar Award). Michael Poliza has continuously published further books and opened his own photo gallery in Hamburg in 2009.

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      • Michael Poliza (b. 1958 Hamburg): Eyes over Africa
        Aug. 24, 2024

        Michael Poliza (b. 1958 Hamburg): Eyes over Africa

        Est: €850 - €1,400

        Michael Poliza (b. 1958 Hamburg): Eyes over Africa, Kempen, TeNeues 2000, limited edition Ed. 203/300, title autographed, 504 p., in orig. Folding slipcase, cover and slipcase in handmade faux fur, approx. 61x47 cm, spine of slipcase slightly damaged; almost exclusively illustrated with large-format color images magnificent volume in high-quality processing . German Description: Michael Poliza (geb. 1958 Hamburg): Eyes over Africa, Kempen, TeNeues 2000, limitierte Auflage Ed. 203/300, Titel handsigniert, 504 S., in orig. Klappschuber, Einband und Schuber in handgefertigtem Kunstfell, ca. 61x47 cm, Schuber-Rücken leicht lädiert; fast ausschließlich mit großformatigen Farbbildern illustrierter Prachtband in Wertiger Verarbeitung

        Henry's Auktionshaus
      • Michael Poliza (b. 1958 Hamburg): Eyes over Africa
        Aug. 18, 2023

        Michael Poliza (b. 1958 Hamburg): Eyes over Africa

        Est: €850 - €1,400

        Michael Poliza (b. 1958 Hamburg): Eyes over Africa, Kempen, TeNeues 2000, limited edition Ed. 203/300, title autographed, 504 p., in orig. Folding slipcase, cover and slipcase in handmade faux fur, approx. 61x47 cm, spine of slipcase slightly damaged; almost exclusively illustrated with large-format color images magnificent volume in high-quality processing . German Description: Michael Poliza (geb. 1958 Hamburg): Eyes over Africa, Kempen, TeNeues 2000, limitierte Auflage Ed. 203/300, Titel handsigniert, 504 S., in orig. Klappschuber, Einband und Schuber in handgefertigtem Kunstfell, ca. 61x47 cm, Schuber-Rücken leicht lädiert; fast ausschließlich mit großformatigen Farbbildern illustrierter Prachtband in Wertiger Verarbeitung

        Henry's Auktionshaus
      • MICHAEL POLIZA (1958 HAMBURG - LIVES AND WORKS IBID), 'LAKE NATRON, TANZANIA', 2007
        Jun. 29, 2023

        MICHAEL POLIZA (1958 HAMBURG - LIVES AND WORKS IBID), 'LAKE NATRON, TANZANIA', 2007

        Est: €6,500 - €8,000

        Michael Poliza (1958 Hamburg - lives and works ibid), 'Lake Natron, Tanzania', 2007, Digital pigment printing, lamination on Dibond and sealing with Plexiglas. 119.4 x 180.0 cm. Confirmation of authenticity on verso, numbered among others: 1/5, dated: 2007 and signed: Michael Polizia (black or silver felt-tip pen). Number 1 from an edition of 5 copies.,

        Quittenbaum Kunstauktionen GmbH
      • MICHAEL POLIZA (1958 HAMBURG - LIVES AND WORKS IBID), 'LAKE NATRON, TANZANIA', 2007
        Nov. 30, 2022

        MICHAEL POLIZA (1958 HAMBURG - LIVES AND WORKS IBID), 'LAKE NATRON, TANZANIA', 2007

        Est: €6,500 - €8,000

        Michael Poliza (1958 Hamburg - lives and works ibid), 'Lake Natron, Tanzania', 2007, Digital pigment printing, lamination on Dibond and sealing with Plexiglas. 119.4 x 180.0 cm. Confirmation of authenticity on verso, numbered among others: 1/5, dated: 2007 and signed: Michael Polizia (black or silver felt-tip pen). Copy 1 of 5 copies.,

        Quittenbaum Kunstauktionen GmbH
      • Poliza, Michael (geb. 1958 Hamburg)
        Mar. 26, 2022

        Poliza, Michael (geb. 1958 Hamburg)

        Est: €300 - €360

        "Crocodiles on Lake Chamo". Fotoabzug/Acrylglasplatte. Lumas-Edition. 68x 102 cm.

        Dannenberg
      • Michael Poliza, Eyes over Africa, Photobook, Large Edition,2007
        Dec. 01, 2016

        Michael Poliza, Eyes over Africa, Photobook, Large Edition,2007

        Est: €1,200 - €1,500

        Large edition of the Book ‘Eyes over Africa’ with 504 pages, hardcover in clamshell box Michael Poliza (b. 1958) – German photographer Signed on the half-title ‘Michael Poliza’ in silver-colored felt pen and stamp-numbered ‘470/2000’ With 246 sheet-sized, double-page color illustrations, numerous small color illustrations with information on the shots as well as texts in German, English, French, Spanish and Italian Velours-cover in fur look with embossed title Published by teNeues Verlag, Kempen Book comprising 278 pages, printed silk-covered boards with plastic dustjacket Sheet dimensions: 55.5 x 43.5 cm Dimensions of the book: 56.5 x 45 cm In velours-covered clamshell box in fur look: 61.5 x 48 x 8.3 cm Impressive photographs taken during a helicopter tour over the African continent Object is taxed regularly. 19% VAT is added to the purchase price for deliveries within the EU. Condition: The book edition is in overall very good condition. The corners of the clamshell box are partly slightly buckled and minor bumped. There is a short tear (4 cm) in the velour paper at the spine. Otherwise the condition of the box is good. Michael Poliza (b. 1958) Born in Hamburg, the photographer acted in numerous television films as a child and adolescents and was regarded as a children's star of German-speaking television. Then he worked as an IT entrepreneur, until he decided in 1997 to devote himself entirely to photography. Since then, he has published numerous photobooks with impressive natural photographs. (fea) Shipping costs excl. statutory VAT and plus 2,5% (+VAT) shipping insurance.

        Auctionata Paddle8 AG
      • Michael Poliza (b. 1958), ‘Carmine Bee-Eaters’, Africa, 2006
        Aug. 25, 2015

        Michael Poliza (b. 1958), ‘Carmine Bee-Eaters’, Africa, 2006

        Est: €900 - €1,170

        Lambda color print; laminated on Alu-Dibond Africa, 2006: printed in 2010 Michael Poliza (b. 1958) – German photographer Label by Edition LUMAS with typographic indications attached on verso; signed by the artist Number 118 from a limited edition of 150 Sheet size: 98 x 147 cm Very good condition With his camera Michael Poliza captures the unique natural and animal worlds of our planet; as a result he creates pictures like paintings For many years, Michael Poliza has been following this motto: If you’re planning a trip, you will have something to show. In his works he documents the world in its inexhaustible variety of colors and shapes. In 2006, Poliza and his friend Stefan Breuer planned an eight-week trip by helicopter, covering a distance from Hamburg to Cape Town. The result is a collection of impressive landscape and wildlife views taken from bird’s perspective, as never seen before. The present work reveals a swarm of carmine bee-eaters that Poliza discovered in the tropics. The work is an impressive example of the photographer’s ability of capturing the moment, when favorable light and the perfect moment clash. Condition: The print is in very good condition. It is number 118 of a limited edition of 150 and was laminated on Alu-Dibond. The sheet-sized image measures 98 x 147 cm. The LUMAS label is signed by the artist and attached to the verso. Michael Poliza (b. 1958) In his youth Michael Poliza pursued a career in acting and received a number of roles in TV series and films. Born in Hamburg, he was able to finish the last years of school in Dallas, Texas. Until 1979, he then completed his studies in Computer Science in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Between 1980 and 1996, Poliza was especially active in the IT business. In 1997, he deliberately decided to sell his IT companies, in order to accompany the 1000 days ‘Starship Millenium Voyage’ initiated by the German magazine ‘Stern’. In 2006, he published his first book ‘AFRICA’, which was followed by his second publication ‘EYES OVER AFRICA’ in 2008. In the same year Michael Poliza was awarded with the International Photography Award (USA), the Deutsche Fotobuchpreis as well as with the ‘Preis der Internationalen Kalstarschau’ (now Gregor Calendar Award). Michael Poliza has continuously published further books and opened his own photo gallery in Hamburg in 2009. (cbo) Shipping costs excl. statutory VAT and plus 2,5% (+VAT) shipping insurance. Auctionata charges the resale rights tax pursuant to Section 26 of the German Copyright Act (UrhG) towards the buyer in case of the sale of an original work of art or photography prior to 70 years having lapsed since the death of their creator. Therefore, Auctionata charges when purchasing a good – if a protection as an original work of art or photography is given – starting from a hammer price of EUR 400 an additional amount, which is calculated according to Section 26 (2) German Copyright Act (UrhG) and which does not exceed the amount of EUR 12,500. You can find more information about resale rights tax in Auctionata´s table of fees and T&C.

        Auctionata Paddle8 AG
      • Michael Poliza (b. 1958), ‘Carmine Bee-Eaters’, Africa, 2006
        May. 21, 2015

        Michael Poliza (b. 1958), ‘Carmine Bee-Eaters’, Africa, 2006

        Est: €2,080 - €2,600

        Lambda color print; laminated on Alu-Dibond Africa, 2006: printed in 2010 Michael Poliza (b. 1958) – German photographer Label by Edition LUMAS with typographic indications attached on verso; signed by the artist Number 118 from a limited edition of 150 Sheet size: 98 x 147 cm Very good condition With his camera Michael Poliza captures the unique natural and animal worlds of our planet; as a result he creates pictures like paintings For many years, Michael Poliza has been following this motto: If you’re planning a trip, you will have something to show. In his works he documents the world in its inexhaustible variety of colors and shapes. In 2006, Poliza and his friend Stefan Breuer planned an eight-week trip by helicopter, covering a distance from Hamburg to Cape Town. The result is a collection of impressive landscape and wildlife views taken from bird’s perspective, as never seen before. The present work reveals a swarm of carmine bee-eaters that Poliza discovered in the tropics. The work is an impressive example of the photographer’s ability of capturing the moment, when favorable light and the perfect moment clash. The print is in very good condition. It is number 118 of a limited edition of 150 and was laminated on Alu-Dibond. The sheet-sized image measures 98 x 147 cm. The LUMAS label is signed by the artist and attached to the verso. Michael Poliza (b. 1958) In his youth Michael Poliza pursued a career in acting and received a number of roles in TV series and films. Born in Hamburg, he was able to finish the last years of school in Dallas, Texas. Until 1979, he then completed his studies in Computer Science in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Between 1980 and 1996, Poliza was especially active in the IT business. In 1997, he deliberately decided to sell his IT companies, in order to accompany the 1000 days ‘Starship Millenium Voyage’ initiated by the German magazine ‘Stern’. In 2006, he published his first book ‘AFRICA’, which was followed by his second publication ‘EYES OVER AFRICA’ in 2008. In the same year Michael Poliza was awarded with the International Photography Award (USA), the Deutsche Fotobuchpreis as well as with the ‘Preis der Internationalen Kalstarschau’ (now Gregor Calendar Award). Michael Poliza has continuously published further books and opened his own photo gallery in Hamburg in 2009. (cbo) Shipping costs excl. statutory VAT and plus 2,5% (+VAT) shipping insurance. Auctionata charges the resale rights tax pursuant to Section 26 of the German Copyright Act (UrhG) towards the buyer in case of the sale of an original work of art or photography prior to 70 years having lapsed since the death of their creator. Therefore, Auctionata charges when purchasing a good – if a protection as an original work of art or photography is given – starting from a hammer price of EUR 400 an additional amount, which is calculated according to Section 26 (2) German Copyright Act (UrhG) and which does not exceed the amount of EUR 12,500. You can find more information about resale rights tax in Auctionata´s table of fees and T&C.

        Auctionata Paddle8 AG
      • Michael Poliza (b. 1958), 'Carmine Bee-Eaters', Africa, 2006
        Dec. 01, 2014

        Michael Poliza (b. 1958), 'Carmine Bee-Eaters', Africa, 2006

        Est: €3,040 - €3,800

        Lambda color print; laminated on Alu-Dibond Africa, 2006: printed in 2010 Michael Poliza (b. 1958) - German photographer Label by Edition LUMAS with typographic indications attached on verso; signed by the artist Number 118 from a limited edition of 150 Sheet size: 98 x 147 cm Very good condition With his camera Michael Poliza captures the unique natural and animal worlds of our planet; as a result he creates pictures like paintings For many years, Michael Poliza has been following this motto: If you're planning a trip, you will have something to show. In his works he documents the world in its inexhaustible variety of colors and shapes. In 2006, Poliza and his friend Stefan Breuer planned an eight-week trip by helicopter, covering a distance from Hamburg to Cape Town. The result is a collection of impressive landscape and wildlife views taken from bird's perspective, as never seen before. The present work reveals a swarm of carmine bee-eaters that Poliza discovered in the tropics. The work is an impressive example of the photographer's ability of capturing the moment, when favorable light and the perfect moment clash. The print is in very good condition. It is number 118 of a limited edition of 150 and was laminated on Alu-Dibond. The sheet-sized image measures 98 x 147 cm. The LUMAS label is signed by the artist and attached to the verso. Michael Poliza (b. 1958) In his youth Michael Poliza pursued a career in acting and received a number of roles in TV series and films. Born in Hamburg, he was able to finish the last years of school in Dallas, Texas. Until 1979, he then completed his studies in Computer Science in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Between 1980 and 1996, Poliza was especially active in the IT business. In 1997, he deliberately decided to sell his IT companies, in order to accompany the 1000 days 'Starship Millenium Voyage' initiated by the German magazine 'Stern'. In 2006, he published his first book 'AFRICA', which was followed by his second publication 'EYES OVER AFRICA' in 2008. In the same year Michael Poliza was awarded with the International Photography Award (USA), the Deutsche Fotobuchpreis as well as with the 'Preis der Internationalen Kalstarschau' (now Gregor Calendar Award). Michael Poliza has continuously published further books and opened his own photo gallery in Hamburg in 2009. (cbo) Shipping costs excl. statutory VAT and plus 2,5% (+VAT) shipping insurance. Due to the legal obligation for the resale royalty in the art market the following applies: As a result of its membership in the AV Kunst, Auctionata charges additionally to the hammer price the contribution to the AV Kunst of currently 2.1% of the revenues from the sale of fine arts and photographs pro rata towards the buyer. More information about royalty right in our T&C.

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