Fine Art Poster
From £28
A giclée print on 200gsm matte fine art paper, using a twelve-colour process for accurate, fade-resistant colour. Supplied unframed, delivered flat or rolled.
Stampa giclée d'archivio
Le cornici arrivano pronte per essere appese
Pagamento sicuro
Fatto su ordinazione
A 1930 portrait by Paul Klee, featuring a figure set against a textured, light-dappled background using a combination of watercolour and oil.
Paul Klee produced Likeness in the bower in 1930, a period during which he experimented with the application of oil paint over watercolour. This technique allowed him to manipulate textures and layers, creating a distinct surface quality that defines the work. The composition features a central figure set against a dark, dense background, which is punctuated by a flurry of light-coloured, circular marks. These marks suggest foliage or light filtering through a canopy, providing a contrast to the solid, dark form of the subject.
The figure itself is rendered with a simplified, almost primitive aesthetic. Klee uses bold, rhythmic lines to outline the facial features and the striped garment, while the eyes are depicted as glowing, yellow orbs. The colour palette relies on the interplay between the deep, near-black ground and the lighter, airy tones of the surrounding environment. This juxtaposition creates a sense of depth despite the flattened, graphic nature of the portrait. The work reflects Klee's interest in the intersection of human form and natural surroundings, a recurring theme in his output during his tenure at the Bauhaus and his subsequent years in Dessau.
Klee often approached his subjects with a focus on the internal logic of the image rather than strict representational accuracy. In this piece, the bower acts as a frame, isolating the subject and drawing the viewer into a quiet, contemplative space. The application of paint, with its visible brushwork and layered transparency, demonstrates his technical control. The work remains a clear example of his ability to balance abstract elements with recognisable human traits, resulting in a composition that feels both personal and detached. The original is currently held in a private collection, though it has appeared in various catalogues documenting Klee's prolific output from the 1930s.
Poiché ogni stampa è realizzata su ordinazione, non offriamo resi, rimborsi o cambi in caso di ripensamento. Se il tuo ordine dovesse arrivare difettoso, danneggiato o errato, lo sostituiremo gratuitamente: ti basterà contattarci entro 48 ore dalla consegna. Consulta la nostra pagina sui rimborsi per tutti i dettagli.
Spediamo in tutto il mondo, stampando presso il centro di produzione più vicino al tuo indirizzo di consegna. I tempi e i costi di spedizione variano in base alla destinazione: visualizzerai le opzioni disponibili al momento del pagamento.
Ogni stampa è realizzata su ordinazione mediante stampa giclée a 12 colori su carta d'archivio certificata FSC. Ideata in Gran Bretagna e stampata presso il centro di produzione più vicino a te per ridurre gli sprechi e velocizzare la consegna.
Caratteristiche specifiche
Ogni opera Solis è realizzata su ordinazione con materiali d'archivio di qualità museale, costruiti per durare nel tempo.
Cura e pulizia
Per mantenere la tua opera d'arte al meglio:
Materiali e dimensioni
Stampa giclée di qualità museale su carta opaca d'archivio certificata FSC, con opzioni di cornice e tela.
Artist Biography
Made to order
Every piece is printed to order. These are the five finishes, and what makes each one different.
From £28
A giclée print on 200gsm matte fine art paper, using a twelve-colour process for accurate, fade-resistant colour. Supplied unframed, delivered flat or rolled.
From £45
The same fine art print in a solid wood frame with UV-protective acrylic glaze and rigid backing. Five frame colours. Arrives ready to hang.
Perché Scegliere Noi?
Garanzia di consegna senza danni
Spedizione rapida
Materiali di qualità museale
Potrebbe Interessarti Anche
We use cookies to measure our marketing and see which prints people love.We use cookies to measure our marketing.
By continuing to browse, you agree · Privacy Policy