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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.
The Prodigal Son - Max Slevogt
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A dramatic interpretation of the biblical parable by German Impressionist Max Slevogt, capturing the emotional tension of the Prodigal Son's return.
Max Slevogt, a central figure in German Impressionism, produced this interpretation of the biblical parable of the Prodigal Son in 1905. The composition captures the moment of return, focusing on the psychological tension between the dishevelled, weary son standing in the doorway and the father, who is depicted in a moment of startled recognition.
Slevogt employs a loose, gestural brushwork that characterises his mature style. The application of paint is energetic, prioritising the emotional weight of the encounter over precise anatomical detail. The father wears a loose, ochre-toned robe, contrasting with the muted, earthy rags of the son. The interior space is suggested through dark, atmospheric shadows and a few domestic details, such as the patterned rug and the objects on the wall, which provide a sense of place without distracting from the primary interaction.
Unlike traditional, static depictions of this narrative, Slevogt presents a scene of immediate, raw human drama. The lighting is dramatic, casting the son in a silhouette against the brighter threshold, while the father is illuminated from the side. This use of chiaroscuro directs the viewer's attention to the gestures of the hands, which communicate the shock and hesitation inherent in the reunion. Slevogt was known for his interest in theatre and music, and this influence is visible here in the staged quality of the figures and the theatrical use of light. The painting reflects the artist's ability to translate classical themes into a modern, expressive visual language, focusing on the subjective experience of the characters rather than a literal retelling of the text.
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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
- Multiple sizes and framing options available
- Frames in black, natural wood, dark wood or white
- Framed prints arrive ready to hang
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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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The Prodigal Son - Max Slevogt
Ordinarie pris
Från £37.00 GBP
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Från £37.00 GBP
Ordinarie pris
Fine Art Poster / Small Square (30x30 cm) / -
Artist Biography
Max Slevogt
Slevogt was one third of the "Triumvirate of German Impressionism", alongside Max Liebermann and Lovis Corinth. His Egyptian watercolours of 1914, painted during a trip to the Nile, represent the high point of German Impressionist colour: luminous, rapid, capturing heat and light with an urgency that the studio could never replicate.
He was born in Landshut, Bavaria, in 1868 and studied in Munich and Paris. He painted theatre scenes, plein-air landscapes, book illustrations, murals and opera stage sets. He died in 1932.
He was born in Landshut, Bavaria, in 1868 and studied in Munich and Paris. He painted theatre scenes, plein-air landscapes, book illustrations, murals and opera stage sets. He died in 1932.
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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.
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