{"product_id":"twee-uilen-op-een-muur-theo-van-hoytema-1","title":"Twee uilen op een muur - Theo van Hoytema","description":"\u003cp\u003eA refined lithograph by Theo van Hoytema featuring two owls perched on a brick wall, rendered in the distinctive graphic style of Dutch Art Nouveau.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTheo van Hoytema was a Dutch artist known for his lithographic work, particularly his depictions of birds and animals. This print, titled Twee uilen op een muur, displays his characteristic approach to natural history illustration, which blends scientific observation with the decorative sensibilities of the Art Nouveau period. The composition features two owls perched upon a brick wall, rendered with a focus on the texture of their plumage and the surrounding ivy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVan Hoytema often utilised lithography to produce works that were accessible to a wider audience, frequently incorporating his illustrations into calendars and books. His style is defined by clear outlines and a controlled palette, which allows the subjects to emerge from the background with clarity. The inclusion of the peacock feathers to the right of the owls introduces a contrasting element, suggesting a narrative or symbolic interaction common in his work. The brickwork and foliage provide a structured environment, grounding the figures while maintaining a flat, graphic quality that is typical of late nineteenth-century printmaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis piece demonstrates the artist's ability to capture the character of his subjects through precise line work and subtle colour application. The muted tones of the brick and the natural hues of the birds create a balanced visual experience. As a practitioner of the Dutch Art Nouveau style, Van Hoytema moved away from purely realistic representation, opting instead for a stylised interpretation that prioritises form and pattern. This print is a representative example of his contribution to the graphic arts, reflecting a period when the boundaries between fine art and illustration were increasingly fluid. The work remains a study in the balance between natural observation and decorative design, executed with the technical proficiency that defined his career.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/poisson-et-algues-papier-peint-pigeon-et-pavots-bordure-de-vitrail-maurice-pillard-verneuil\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePoisson et Algues, Papier Peint \/ Pigeon et Pavots, Bordure de Vitrail - Maurice Pillard Verneuil — Maurice Pillard Verneuil\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/fruit-alphonse-mucha\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eFruit - Alphonse Mucha — Alphonse Mucha\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Theo van Hoytema","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58351087714639,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58351124382031,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58351124414799,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58351124447567,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58351124480335,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58351124513103,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58351124545871,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58351124578639,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58351124611407,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58351124644175,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58351124676943,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58351124709711,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Twee-uilen-op-een-muur_Poster_CompositorV1_1785427339853.jpg?v=1785431206","url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.co.uk\/products\/twee-uilen-op-een-muur-theo-van-hoytema-1","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}