La Ferte Sous Jouarre, FR
Details
- Dimensions
- 31.5ʺW × 3.15ʺD × 19.69ʺH
- Art Subjects
- Figure
- Period
- 1960s
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
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- Materials
- Ceramic
- Condition
- Good Condition, Unknown, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Black
- Condition Notes
- Patina Consistent with Age and Use Patina Consistent with Age and Use less
- Description
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Impressive large-scale ceramic painting with 15 separate tiles. The work depicts Jack the Ripper in front of a church, surrounded …
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Impressive large-scale ceramic painting with 15 separate tiles. The work depicts Jack the Ripper in front of a church, surrounded by prostitutes. The whole is presented in a monochrome palette, with a touch of red symbolizing Jack the Ripper's emblematic scar and recalling his notorious crimes. The church represents the scene of these crimes, the Whitechapel district, while the blades of a windmill loom in the background. The work is signed 'Bernierra' at bottom left, with a hidden face subtly integrated into the signature. The whole is beautifully framed in black wood." This large ceramic painting is an art piece that doesn't go unnoticed. Its imposing format and detailed composition immediately draw the viewer's attention.
Historical evocation: The work evokes Jack the Ripper, an emblematic figure in criminal history, as well as the places and times associated with his deeds. The church and the prostitutes represent key elements in the history of Jack the Ripper and his favorite neighborhood, Whitechapel.
Subtle symbolism: The touch of red, representing Jack the Ripper's scar and his bloody crimes, provides a striking contrast in this monochrome composition, reinforcing the visual impact and underlining the dark, intriguing aspect of the work.
Details and artistic signature: The presence of a windmill in the background and the attention to detail in the composition testify to the author's artistic talent, while the 'Bernierra' signature adds a touch of authenticity and identification to the work. The discovery of a face hidden in the signature is a subtle element that can arouse the interest and admiration of observers.
Enhanced by elegant framing: The painting is carefully framed in a black wooden frame, offering an aesthetic presentation that enhances the work and gives it a sophisticated, ready-to-exhibit appearance.
Size 80x50 cm less
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