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‘Self Actualisation’ One off Wall Tapestry, Handmade by Lawrence Kwakye

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‘Self Actualisation’, a handmade painting by Lawrence Kwakye consisting of oil on jute, cotton, linen. Everyone knows the old French Gobelins from the 17th century; large tapestries with images based on weaving patterns mounted on cardboard, often designed by famous artists. Samples of art and craft, and this figures this painting too, the Power of Raw Material. Kwakye is inspired by the Gobelins but at the same time creates totally new art works by using self-developed techniques and earthy tones. He uses the actual image, the painting, as a background and draws the ‘loom’ forward. Through his use of materials you get a sense of looking through the back of the tapestry. The painting is part of the series called: ‘Natural Backdrops’ with an authentic layered effect; a unique aesthetic experience. Powerful and exclusive, only one of has been made.
  • Creator:
    Lawrence Kwakye (Artist, Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 94.49 in (240 cm)Width: 43.31 in (110 cm)Depth: 0.4 in (1 cm)
  • Style:
    Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    2015
  • Production Type:
    New & Custom(One of a Kind)
  • Estimated Production Time:
    3-4 weeks
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    Voorburg, NL
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2047312736581
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