Elephant on a Book - Leo Gestel
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Description
A charming drawing by Dutch artist Leo Gestel, 'Elephant on a Book' features an elephant standing atop a book, rendered in delicate linework. This print adds a touch of whimsy and intellectual curiosity to any room.
Leo Gestel (1881-1941) was a Dutch artist known for his diverse oeuvre, ranging from impressionistic landscapes to cubist experiments. This drawing, 'Elephant on a Book,' created between 1935 and 1936, showcases a different facet of his artistic skill. Executed with fine lines, the drawing depicts an elephant standing atop a book. The texture of the elephant's skin is rendered through dense cross-hatching, creating a tactile quality. The book, while simply drawn, provides a grounding element to the whimsical subject. The composition is simple yet effective, focusing attention on the interplay between the two subjects. As a fine art print, this work offers a touch of intellectual curiosity and playful charm to any space. Its monochrome palette ensures it will complement a variety of interior styles, from minimalist to eclectic. The subject matter is sure to spark conversation and add a unique visual element to your home.
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Because every print is made to order, we don't offer change-of-mind returns, refunds or exchanges. If your order arrives faulty, damaged or incorrect, we'll replace it free of charge — just contact us within 48 hours of delivery. EU customers have a 14-day cooling-off right. See our refunds page for full details.
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Manufacturing
Each print is produced to order using 12-colour giclée printing on FSC-certified archival paper. Designed in Britain and printed at your nearest production hub to reduce waste and speed up delivery.
Elephant on a Book - Leo Gestel
Our Features
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Specific Features
Every Solis piece is made to order with archival, gallery-quality materials built to last.
- Museum-grade giclée printing for rich, fade-resistant colour
- Archival matte fine-art paper, FSC-certified
- Choose poster, framed print, canvas or framed canvas
- Frames in black, natural wood, dark wood or white
- Framed prints arrive ready to hang
Care & Cleaning
To keep your artwork looking its best:
- Dust gently with a soft, dry cloth
- Avoid prolonged direct sunlight
- Never use liquid cleaners on the print or canvas surface
- Keep in a dry, room-temperature space
- Handle prints with clean, dry hands
Materials & Sizing
Museum-grade giclée on FSC-certified archival matte paper, with framed and canvas options.
- Paper sizes: A4, A3, A2, A1, A0 and B2 (50×70 cm)
- Canvas: XS (20×30 cm) to Large (60×90 cm)
- Frames: black, natural wood, dark wood or white
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Artist Biography
Leo Gestel
Gestel's oeuvre is characterised by a striking use of colour and form. Heavily influenced by Cubism and Futurism, he developed a distinctive style that blended these avant-garde movements with his own unique sensibility. Works like 'The Sower' and his landscapes showcase his ability to distill scenes to their essence, using geometric shapes and dynamic lines to convey a sense of energy and movement. He sought to capture not just what he saw, but what he felt, creating paintings that throb with life.
Today, Leo Gestel's art continues to captivate collectors who appreciate his innovative approach to modernism. His ability to synthesize diverse influences into a cohesive and deeply personal style ensures his place as a significant figure in Dutch art history. Owning a Gestel print is not just acquiring a beautiful image; it's investing in a piece of artistic innovation that speaks to the power of individual expression.
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