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Fraenkel, Pierre - Malerei, Circus II, by Pierre Fraenkel, unspecified, 2005

Fraenkel, Pierre - Malerei, Circus II

Pierre Fraenkel

2005

unspecified

From the collection of Archaeology and Museum Baselland

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Overview

Fraenkel, Pierre - Malerei, Circus II is a 2005 unspecified by Pierre Fraenkel, depicting Circu, held at Archaeology and Museum Baselland.

Who painted this?
Pierre Fraenkel
When & what style?
2005
Where can I see it?
Archaeology and Museum Baselland

About this work

The painting depicts a woman in a white dress, kneeling in the center, with her hands clasped together in front of her chest. She is surrounded by two large tigers, one on each side, with their mouths open and teeth visible. The background of the painting features a red color with a yellow and black design, including a star and a ribbon. The woman's dress is long and flowing, with a high neckline and long sleeves. Her hair is covered by a headscarf, and her face is serene and calm. The tigers are depicted in a dynamic pose, with their bodies twisted and their tails extended. The painting's use of bold colors and dramatic composition creates a sense of energy and tension, drawing the viewer's attention to the central figure of the woman. Look up the artist, Fraenkel, Pierre.

About the artist

Artist

Pierre Fraenkel

Pierre Fraenkel painted bold, graphic scenes in the mid-20th century, often blending sharp shapes with playful colors.

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