{"title":"Francis Picabia","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"new-york-as-seen-from-across-the-body-francis-picabia","title":"New York as Seen from Across the Body - Francis Picabia","description":"\u003cp\u003eA 1913 abstract composition by Francis Picabia, capturing the energy of New York through geometric forms and a warm, earthy palette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eFrancis Picabia produced this work during his initial visit to New York in 1913. It belongs to a series of watercolours that document his impressions of the city, filtered through the lens of his developing abstract style. Rather than providing a literal depiction of the urban environment, Picabia translates the sensory experience of the metropolis into a series of geometric forms and overlapping planes. The composition relies on a warm palette of ochre, burnt orange, and deep black, which creates a sense of tension between the structured architectural elements and the more fluid, organic shapes.\n\nThis piece reflects the artist's interest in the intersection of mechanical aesthetics and human perception. The title suggests a subjective, bodily experience of the city, where the external environment is processed through the internal state of the observer. The forms are fragmented, echoing the chaotic energy of early twentieth-century New York. By eschewing traditional perspective, Picabia forces the viewer to engage with the work as a collection of shapes and colours that evoke the rhythm of urban life. The application of gouache and watercolour allows for varying degrees of opacity, which adds depth to the flat, geometric arrangement. This work remains a representative example of the artist's transition from his earlier experiments with Cubism toward the more radical, anti-art sensibilities that would define his later involvement with the Dada movement. It captures a specific moment in the history of modernism, where the city became a primary subject for artists seeking to express the speed and complexity of the modern age.\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\/glass-and-checkerboard-juan-gris\" 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;\"\u003eGlass and Checkerboard - Juan Gris — Juan Gris\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/cubist-composition-auguste-herbin\" 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;\"\u003eCubist Composition - Auguste Herbin — Auguste Herbin\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Francis Picabia","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57873062330703,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":57873070227791,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":57873070260559,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57873070293327,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ -","offer_id":57873070326095,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/New-York-as-Seen-from-Across-the-Body_Poster_CompositorV1_1788625353532.jpg?v=1788625369"},{"product_id":"daughter-born-without-mother-francis-picabia","title":"Daughter Born without Mother - Francis Picabia","description":"\u003cp\u003eA seminal work of the Dada movement, this piece features a mechanical gear assembly rendered in metallic green against a textured ochre background.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eFrancis Picabia created this work during his stay in New York, a period defined by his fascination with the mechanical form. The composition features a large, green-toned gear mechanism set against a textured, ochre-coloured background. By isolating industrial components from their functional context, Picabia transforms the machine into a subject of artistic inquiry. The title, Daughter Born without Mother, introduces a conceptual layer to the piece, suggesting a critique of traditional notions of creation and biological reproduction. \n\nThis work belongs to a series of machine drawings and paintings where the artist utilised technical diagrams as a foundation for his imagery. The precision of the mechanical parts contrasts with the painterly, almost weathered quality of the background. This juxtaposition reflects the broader Dadaist interest in subverting the rationalism of the industrial age. Rather than celebrating technological progress, the work presents the machine as an absurd or enigmatic entity. The clean lines of the gear assembly are rendered with a deliberate flatness, removing the depth typically associated with representational painting. \n\nPicabia's approach here rejects the emotional or subjective qualities often found in early twentieth-century art. Instead, he adopts the visual language of engineering manuals to explore themes of irony and detachment. The metallic green pigment provides a stark visual anchor, drawing the eye to the complex geometry of the central apparatus. This piece remains a representative example of the artist's transition from his earlier experiments with Cubism toward the anti-art stance that would define his involvement with the Dada movement. It invites the viewer to consider the relationship between human invention and the autonomy of the object.\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\/glass-and-checkerboard-juan-gris\" 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;\"\u003eGlass and Checkerboard - Juan Gris — Juan Gris\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/cubist-composition-auguste-herbin\" 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;\"\u003eCubist Composition - Auguste Herbin — Auguste Herbin\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Francis Picabia","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57873074880847,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57885821403471,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57885821436239,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Daughter-Born-without-Mother_Poster_CompositorV1_1780883773869.jpg?v=1780980016"},{"product_id":"spanish-night-la-nuit-espagnole-francis-picabia","title":"Spanish Night (La Nuit Espagnole) - Francis Picabia","description":"\u003cp\u003eA striking 1922 modernist work by Francis Picabia, featuring stark silhouettes and target motifs rendered in a flat, graphic style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eSpanish Night, or La Nuit Espagnole, is a work from 1922 by the French artist Francis Picabia. This piece belongs to his period of experimentation with Ripolin, a commercial industrial enamel paint that allowed for a smooth, flat finish. The composition is divided vertically into two distinct halves, using a stark contrast between black and white to separate the figures.\n\nOn the left, a dark silhouette of a man stands against a white background. On the right, a white silhouette of a woman stands against a black background. The woman is marked with two circular targets, positioned on her chest and abdomen. These targets introduce a jarring, mechanical element to the human form. The work reflects the artist's engagement with the Dada movement, which often rejected traditional aesthetic values in favour of irony, absurdity, and the subversion of conventional imagery.\n\nPicabia frequently utilised such graphic, simplified forms to challenge the viewer's perception of art. By using industrial materials and imagery reminiscent of shooting range targets, he distanced the work from the expressive brushwork typical of traditional painting. The title itself, while referencing a specific cultural theme, is presented with a sense of detachment. The figures appear as ciphers rather than portraits, existing within a space that denies depth or narrative context. This print captures the precise, clean lines of the original enamel application, preserving the stark graphic quality that defines Picabia's approach during this phase of his career. It remains a clear example of the artist's move away from his earlier abstract works toward a more provocative, object-oriented style.\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\/glass-and-checkerboard-juan-gris\" 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;\"\u003eGlass and Checkerboard - Juan Gris — Juan Gris\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/cubist-composition-auguste-herbin\" 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;\"\u003eCubist Composition - Auguste Herbin — Auguste Herbin\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Francis Picabia","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57873078714703,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":57891306242383,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":57891306275151,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57891306307919,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ -","offer_id":57891306340687,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Spanish-Night-La-Nuit-Espagnole-_Poster_CompositorV1_1780883777167.jpg?v=1780976169"},{"product_id":"the-joy-in-blindness-francis-picabia","title":"The Joy in Blindness - Francis Picabia","description":"\u003cp\u003eA 1929 abstract oil painting by Francis Picabia, featuring layered, angular forms and a muted, atmospheric colour palette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe Joy in Blindness, painted by Francis Picabia in 1929, represents a specific phase in the artist's career where he moved away from his earlier mechanical drawings toward a more enigmatic, layered style. This work features a series of overlapping, translucent forms that suggest a sense of depth without relying on traditional perspective. The composition is dominated by sharp, angular shapes that intersect with softer, organic lines, creating a visual tension that is characteristic of Picabia's approach to abstraction during this period.\n\nThe colour palette is restrained, focusing on muted tones of blue, grey, and earthy ochre. These colours are applied with a texture that gives the surface a weathered, almost metallic quality. The forms themselves are difficult to categorise, appearing as a mixture of architectural elements and biological structures. This ambiguity is intentional, as Picabia often sought to subvert the viewer's expectation of finding a clear subject matter within his paintings.\n\nBy the late 1920s, Picabia had distanced himself from the more aggressive tactics of the Dada movement, yet he retained a commitment to questioning the nature of representation. In this piece, the title provides a conceptual anchor, suggesting a state of perception that exists beyond the physical act of seeing. The interplay between the light, linear markings and the darker, atmospheric background creates a sense of movement, as if the shapes are suspended in a fluid medium. This work is an example of the artist's ability to balance technical control with a desire to disrupt conventional aesthetic categories, offering a visual experience that remains open to interpretation.\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\/the-slug-room-max-ernst\" 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;\"\u003eThe Slug Room - Max Ernst — Max Ernst\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/rising-falling-flying-sophie-taeuber-arp\" 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;\"\u003eRising, Falling, Flying - Sophie Taeuber-Arp — Sophie Taeuber-Arp\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Francis Picabia","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57913836634447,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":57913843056975,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":57913843089743,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57913843122511,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ -","offer_id":57913843155279,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/The-Joy-in-Blindness_Poster_CompositorV1_1781401329383.jpg?v=1781410453"},{"product_id":"two-women-with-poppies-francis-picabia","title":"Two Women with Poppies - Francis Picabia","description":"\u003cp\u003eA striking figurative work by Francis Picabia, featuring two women in a theatrical, high-contrast setting adorned with poppies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eFrancis Picabia, a central figure in the Dada movement, produced this work during his later period, often categorised as his 'transparency' or 'monster' phase. This painting departs from his earlier mechanical abstractions, returning to a more representational style that draws upon classical themes and commercial imagery. The composition features two female figures set against a stark, dark background, which pushes the subjects forward into a high-contrast light. \n\nThe lighting is theatrical, casting deep shadows that define the musculature and curves of the figures. One woman stands with her arms raised, while the other is positioned slightly behind, engaged in the act of dressing or adjusting a garment. The inclusion of poppies in the foreground introduces a splash of colour, contrasting with the pale, illuminated skin tones of the women. \n\nPicabia's approach here reflects his interest in the intersection of fine art and popular culture. By utilising a style reminiscent of magazine illustrations or film posters of the 1920s, he questions the boundaries between high art and mass-produced imagery. The figures possess a cinematic quality, appearing as if captured in a fleeting moment of intimacy. The deliberate use of artificial, almost stage-like illumination creates a sense of detachment, a common trait in Picabia's work as he moved between various styles throughout his career. This piece offers a glimpse into his rejection of artistic consistency, as he frequently shifted his aesthetic approach to avoid stagnation. The work remains a curious example of his ability to adopt traditional techniques while maintaining a subversive, modern sensibility.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Francis Picabia","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57997101138255,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":57997107691855,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":57997107724623,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57997107757391,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ -","offer_id":57997107790159,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Two-Women-with-Poppies_Poster_CompositorV1_1782006846204.jpg?v=1782006990"},{"product_id":"the-effect-of-sun-on-the-banks-of-the-loing-francis-picabia","title":"The Effect of Sun on the Banks of the Loing - Francis Picabia","description":"\u003cp\u003eA serene 1905 Impressionist study by Francis Picabia, capturing the dappled light and tranquil atmosphere of the Loing riverbank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003ePainted in 1905, this work captures a serene moment along the Loing river in France. Francis Picabia, before his later association with Dadaism and abstract movements, produced a series of works during this period that engaged directly with the techniques of Impressionism. The composition focuses on the interplay of light filtering through the dense canopy of trees, casting dappled patterns upon the water and the riverbank.\n\nThe artist employs short, broken brushstrokes to construct the foliage, a method that allows for the representation of shifting light conditions. The palette is dominated by light greens, yellows, and soft ochres, which convey the warmth of the sun. A small boat sits quietly on the water, providing a sense of scale and human presence within the natural setting. To the left, a small structure is rendered with simplified forms, its cool blue tones providing a contrast to the warmer hues of the surrounding vegetation.\n\nThis painting reflects the influence of Camille Pissarro and Alfred Sisley, both of whom explored the rural French countryside with similar attention to atmospheric effects. Picabia’s approach here is observational, prioritising the immediate visual experience of the scene over rigid structural detail. The surface texture of the paint remains visible, adding a tactile quality to the depiction of the riverbank. By focusing on the specific quality of light at a particular time of day, the artist captures a transient atmosphere. This piece offers a view into the early career of an artist who would eventually become known for his radical shifts in style and subject matter, demonstrating his initial mastery of traditional plein-air techniques.\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\/glass-and-checkerboard-juan-gris\" 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;\"\u003eGlass and Checkerboard - Juan Gris — Juan Gris\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/cubist-composition-auguste-herbin\" 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Painted during his early period, Francis Picabia employs a technique characterised by short, broken brushstrokes that fragment the light across the surface of the canvas. The composition features a path winding towards the river, flanked by trees that dominate the upper register. Two figures walk along the bank, providing a sense of scale to the scene.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePicabia applies pigment in a manner that prioritises the optical effect of colour over precise line work. The palette consists of autumnal tones, including ochre, burnt orange, and varied greens, set against the cooler blues of the water and sky. This approach reflects the influence of Neo-Impressionism, particularly the divisionist methods that sought to create luminosity through the juxtaposition of distinct hues. The texture of the paint is visible, adding a tactile quality to the depiction of foliage and water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike his later involvement with Dadaism or his mechanical abstractions, this piece demonstrates a clear engagement with the traditions of French plein-air painting. The focus remains on the transient qualities of the environment, such as the dappled light filtering through the canopy and the reflection of the trees upon the surface of the Loing. By avoiding rigid outlines, Picabia allows the forms to merge, creating a sense of unity between the figures and their surroundings. This work provides an insight into the artist's technical development before he moved towards more radical stylistic departures. 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The composition features a female figure set against a stark, dark background, which forces the viewer to focus entirely on the form and the expressive quality of the paint application. The lighting is dramatic, creating high contrast between the illuminated skin tones and the surrounding void.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePicabia, a figure known for his restless experimentation across Dadaism and Surrealism, adopted a different approach during the 1940s. His brushwork here is fluid and direct, showing a departure from his earlier mechanical or abstract phases. The figure's gaze is directed away from the viewer, suggesting a sense of detachment or introspection. The palette relies on warm ochres, creams, and deep shadows, which provide a sense of volume to the torso and facial features. The application of paint is deliberate, with visible strokes that define the contours of the body without relying on rigid outlines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis painting reflects the artist's interest in the aesthetics of mass media during the mid-twentieth century. By stripping away environmental context, Picabia isolates the subject, turning the nude into a study of light and shadow. The work demonstrates his technical ability to shift between styles while maintaining a consistent interest in the human form. It remains a clear example of his later figurative output, where he engaged with traditional subjects through a modern, somewhat cinematic lens. 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The painting depicts a coastal inlet, where the stark contrast between the deep violet waters and the sun-drenched, ochre-toned rock formations creates a sense of Mediterranean heat. Two figures are shown swimming in the centre, their forms rendered with loose, expressive brushwork that prioritises the play of light over anatomical precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is framed by jagged cliffs that push into the foreground, creating a sense of enclosure. A small, distant sailboat provides a singular point of scale against the vastness of the sea. Picabia employs a bold, non-naturalistic colour palette, favouring saturated purples and fiery oranges that depart from traditional representational norms. This approach reflects his interest in the subjective experience of a scene rather than a literal transcription of the physical environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThroughout his career, Picabia moved between styles with frequency, yet his later works often returned to a form of figurative painting that utilised the lessons learned from his earlier involvement with abstraction and Dada. This piece captures the atmosphere of the French coast with a directness that avoids unnecessary detail. The application of paint is thick and deliberate, allowing the texture of the canvas to interact with the colour fields. By focusing on the interaction between the human form and the elemental power of the sea, the work offers a glimpse into the artist's personal response to the Mediterranean environment during his later years.\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\/female-model-vilhelm-lundstrom-2\" 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;\"\u003eFemale Model - Vilhelm Lundstrøm — Vilhelm Lundstrøm\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/end-of-the-parade-coatesville-pa-charles-demuth\" 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;\"\u003eEnd of the Parade, Coatesville, Pa. - Charles Demuth — Charles Demuth\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Francis Picabia","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58607634678095,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58607635824975,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58607635857743,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58607635890511,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58607635923279,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58607635956047,"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":58607635988815,"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":58607636021583,"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":58607636054351,"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":58607636087119,"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":58607636119887,"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":58607636152655,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/The-Creeks_Poster_CompositorV1_1788143050831.jpg?v=1788143596"},{"product_id":"danseuse-etoile-sur-un-transatlantique-francis-picabia","title":"Danseuse étoile sur un transatlantique - Francis Picabia","description":"\u003cp\u003eA 1913 abstract work by Francis Picabia, using geometric forms and a limited palette to explore the intersection of movement and modern machinery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrancis Picabia produced this work in 1913, a period during which he moved away from traditional representation toward the abstract language of Orphism. The title, Danseuse étoile sur un transatlantique, suggests a narrative subject, yet the visual execution prioritises geometric reduction and rhythmic composition over literal depiction. The artist employs a restricted palette of black, grey, and terracotta, using these tones to define overlapping planes and curved forms that suggest the mechanical environment of a ship or the kinetic energy of dance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePicabia was a central figure in the Parisian avant-garde, and this piece reflects his interest in the intersection of modern technology and human movement. The composition is balanced through the interplay of solid blocks and linear elements, creating a sense of spatial ambiguity. Rather than providing a clear view of a dancer, the work invites the viewer to engage with the structural logic of the forms themselves. The application of watercolour allows for subtle gradations in the grey washes, which contrast with the sharper, more defined ink lines. This approach demonstrates the artist's ability to synthesise disparate visual influences into a cohesive, non-representational arrangement. By 1913, Picabia had begun to distance himself from the rigid structures of Cubism, opting instead for a more fluid and subjective interpretation of his surroundings. This work remains a clear example of his experimentation with abstraction, where the title acts as a conceptual anchor for an otherwise non-figurative exploration of shape and colour.\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\/eiffel-tower-robert-delaunay\" 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;\"\u003eEiffel Tower - Robert Delaunay — Robert Delaunay\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/oval-mirror-frantisek-kupka\" 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;\"\u003eOval Mirror - František Kupka — František Kupka\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Francis Picabia","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58607636906319,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58607639331151,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58607639363919,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58607639396687,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58607639429455,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58607639462223,"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":58607639494991,"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":58607639527759,"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":58607639560527,"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":58607639593295,"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":58607639626063,"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":58607639658831,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Danseuse-toile-sur-un-transatlantique_Poster_CompositorV1_1788143120382.jpg?v=1788143786"},{"product_id":"farm-at-la-petite-mare-francis-picabia","title":"Farm at La Petite Mare - Francis Picabia","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn early Impressionist study by Francis Picabia, capturing a sun-drenched farmhouse in the French countryside through textured, broken brushwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work captures a rural scene at La Petite Mare, rendered through the lens of early twentieth-century Impressionism. Before his later association with Dadaism and abstraction, Francis Picabia produced a series of works that engaged with the light and colour theories established by his predecessors. The composition is dominated by a large, leafy tree in the foreground, which casts a cooling shadow over the stone farmhouse. The building itself is constructed from warm, golden-toned materials, contrasting with the cooler blues of the sky and the dappled greens of the surrounding foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePicabia employs a technique of short, broken brushstrokes to build the surface of the canvas. This method allows for the representation of shifting light conditions, particularly in the way the sun hits the textured walls of the farm and the muddy ground. The sky is treated with a lighter touch, using pale blue and white pigments to suggest an open, airy atmosphere. The overall effect is one of quiet observation, focusing on the interplay between natural forms and human architecture in the French countryside.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike his later, more radical experiments, this painting demonstrates a technical proficiency in traditional plein air methods. The artist balances the density of the tree canopy against the solid geometry of the farm, creating a stable yet visually active scene. The palette remains grounded in natural tones, avoiding the extreme saturation found in his later works. This piece offers a glimpse into the formative years of an artist who would eventually become a central figure in the European avant-garde, showing his early mastery of light, shadow, and the atmospheric qualities of the rural environment.\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\/glass-and-checkerboard-juan-gris\" 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;\"\u003eGlass and Checkerboard - Juan Gris — Juan Gris\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/cubist-figure-salvador-dali\" 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;\"\u003eCubist Figure - Salvador Dalí — Salvador Dalí\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Francis Picabia","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58609458184527,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58609465065807,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58609465098575,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58609465131343,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58609465164111,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58609465196879,"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":58609465229647,"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":58609465262415,"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":58609465295183,"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":58609465327951,"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":58609465360719,"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":58609465393487,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Farm-at-La-Petite-Mare_Poster_CompositorV1_1788155785187.jpg?v=1788156029"},{"product_id":"the-point-of-the-port-of-saint-tropez-francis-picabia","title":"The Point of the Port of Saint-Tropez - Francis Picabia","description":"\u003cp\u003eA 1909 Impressionist study of the Saint-Tropez harbour, featuring warm-toned architecture and red-sailed boats reflected in the Mediterranean waters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work captures the coastal atmosphere of Saint-Tropez during the early twentieth century. Painted in 1909, the composition reflects the influence of Impressionist techniques on Francis Picabia before he shifted toward his later avant-garde experiments. The scene focuses on the harbour, where the warm, terracotta tones of the buildings and the striking red sails of the moored boats contrast against the cooler blues of the Mediterranean water and sky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePicabia employs a loose, painterly application of pigment to convey the quality of light on the water. The reflections of the sails and the rocky shoreline are rendered with quick, decisive strokes, suggesting the movement of the sea and the transient nature of the afternoon sun. The composition is balanced by the solid mass of the architecture on the left, which provides a grounding element against the expansive, open horizon of the bay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike his later abstract works, this piece demonstrates a clear engagement with the traditions of French marine painting. The artist uses a palette dominated by earth tones, ochres, and deep blues to define the specific geography of the southern French coast. The attention to the interplay between the man-made structures of the port and the natural environment reveals a keen observation of the region. This print offers a view into a period of transition for the artist, capturing a moment of quiet observation before his career took a more radical direction. The work remains a representative example of his early technical proficiency and his ability to translate the specific atmosphere of the French Riviera onto canvas.\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\/glass-and-checkerboard-juan-gris\" 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;\"\u003eGlass and Checkerboard - Juan Gris — Juan Gris\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/cubist-figure-salvador-dali\" 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;\"\u003eCubist Figure - Salvador Dalí — Salvador Dalí\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Francis Picabia","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58609475092815,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58609477288271,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58609477321039,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58609477353807,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58609477386575,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58609477419343,"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":58609477452111,"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":58609477484879,"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":58609477517647,"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":58609477550415,"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":58609477583183,"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":58609477615951,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/The-Point-of-the-Port-of-Saint-Tropez_Poster_CompositorV1_1788156893024.jpg?v=1788156968"},{"product_id":"viareggio-francis-picabia","title":"Viareggio - Francis Picabia","description":"\u003cp\u003eA 1909 modernist study of the Italian port of Viareggio, featuring bold blue tones and the stark silhouettes of sailing vessels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePainted in 1909, Viareggio captures the Italian port town through the lens of early twentieth-century modernism. Francis Picabia, a figure associated with the transition from Impressionism to more radical forms of expression, employs a palette dominated by deep, saturated blues and contrasting ochre tones. The composition focuses on the silhouettes of sailing vessels moored in the harbour, their masts and sails rising against a twilight sky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe work reflects the influence of Fauvism, particularly in the use of non-naturalistic colour to convey mood rather than literal representation. The water acts as a mirror, reflecting the dark forms of the boats and the intense blue of the atmosphere. The brushwork is deliberate, creating a sense of stillness that contrasts with the boldness of the colour choices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePicabia spent time in Italy during this period, and this piece demonstrates his move away from the softer, light-dappled style of his earlier Impressionist works. The structure of the harbour wall on the right provides a geometric anchor, guiding the eye into the scene. The simplified forms and the emphasis on flat planes of colour suggest an interest in the structural qualities of the subject. This print reproduces the textures of the original oil paint, allowing for an examination of the artist's application of pigment. It is an example of the experimental period in Picabia's career, before he became more closely aligned with the Dada movement. The work remains a study in the balance between representational subject matter and the autonomy of colour.\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\/self-portrait-albert-marquet-albert-marquet\" 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;\"\u003eSelf-Portrait (Albert Marquet) - Albert Marquet — Albert Marquet\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/la-gitane-la-curieuse-kees-van-dongen\" 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;\"\u003eLa Gitane (La Curieuse) - Kees van Dongen — Kees van Dongen\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Francis Picabia","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58609483874639,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58609485414735,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58609485447503,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58609485480271,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58609485513039,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58609485545807,"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":58609485578575,"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":58609485611343,"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":58609485644111,"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":58609485676879,"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":58609485709647,"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":58609485742415,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Viareggio_Poster_CompositorV1_1788157491690.jpg?v=1788157559"},{"product_id":"the-embarrassment-francis-picabia","title":"The Embarrassment - Francis Picabia","description":"\u003cp\u003eA geometric abstract composition by Francis Picabia, featuring intersecting planes and soft watercolour washes in a muted palette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrancis Picabia, a central figure in the development of early twentieth-century abstraction, produced this work during a period of intense experimentation. The composition reflects the influence of Orphism, a movement that prioritised lyrical colour and geometric structure over the rigid fragmentation of earlier Cubist approaches. In this piece, the artist employs a series of intersecting planes, sharp diagonals, and soft washes to create a sense of mechanical yet fluid motion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe visual language here avoids direct representation. Instead, Picabia uses a palette of muted pinks, greys, and blacks to construct a complex spatial arrangement. The ink lines provide a skeletal framework, while the watercolour applications soften the edges of the geometric forms. This tension between the precise, linear elements and the translucent, organic washes creates a rhythmic quality across the surface of the paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuring this time, Picabia was deeply engaged with the concept of the machine as a subject for art, often imbuing mechanical parts with human-like qualities or psychological states. The title suggests a narrative or emotional dimension, though the visual evidence remains strictly non-objective. The work demonstrates the artist's ability to balance technical control with a sense of spontaneity. It is a clear example of the transition from the analytical phase of modernism toward the more subjective, conceptual directions that would define his later career. The composition invites the viewer to navigate the overlapping shapes, finding order within the apparent chaos of the intersecting lines and planes.\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\/eiffel-tower-robert-delaunay\" 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;\"\u003eEiffel Tower - Robert Delaunay — Robert Delaunay\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/oval-mirror-frantisek-kupka\" 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;\"\u003eOval Mirror - František Kupka — František Kupka\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Francis Picabia","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58716994699599,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58717002334543,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58717002367311,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58717002400079,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58717002432847,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58717002465615,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58717002498383,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58717002531151,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58717002563919,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58717002596687,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58717002629455,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58717002662223,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/The-Embarrassment_Poster_CompositorV1_1788884561885.jpg?v=1788884592"},{"product_id":"small-sun-francis-picabia","title":"Small Sun - Francis Picabia","description":"\u003cp\u003eA late-career abstract work by Francis Picabia, featuring luminous orange orbs set against a deep, textured violet background.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmall Sun belongs to the later period of Francis Picabia, a time when the artist moved away from his earlier Dadaist and Surrealist experiments towards a more gestural, abstract mode of expression. During the late 1940s, Picabia produced a series of works characterised by thick impasto and a sombre, atmospheric palette. This piece reflects that shift, focusing on the interplay of texture and light rather than representational form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is dominated by deep, moody shades of violet and indigo, which create a sense of nocturnal depth. Against this dark background, small, luminous circles of orange and red appear to float, suggesting celestial bodies or distant light sources. The application of paint is heavy, with visible brushwork and layering that gives the surface a tactile quality. The contrast between the murky, dark ground and the bright, circular accents provides a tension that is typical of Picabia's late-career output.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike his earlier mechanical drawings or figurative works, this painting prioritises the physical presence of the medium. The lack of a clear subject invites the viewer to engage with the colour relationships and the density of the paint itself. It is a work that avoids easy categorisation, existing in the space between abstraction and suggestion. By stripping away narrative elements, Picabia forces a direct encounter with the materiality of the canvas. This print captures the depth of the original oil application, preserving the subtle variations in tone that define the work's atmospheric quality. It is a piece that rewards close observation, revealing its complexities through the interplay of shadow and light.\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\/glass-and-checkerboard-juan-gris\" 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;\"\u003eGlass and Checkerboard - Juan Gris — Juan Gris\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/cubist-figure-salvador-dali\" 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;\"\u003eCubist Figure - Salvador Dalí — Salvador Dalí\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Francis Picabia","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58826767958351,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58826787324239,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58826787357007,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58826787389775,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58826787422543,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58826787455311,"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":58826787488079,"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":58826787520847,"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":58826787553615,"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":58826787586383,"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":58826787619151,"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":58826787651919,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Small-Sun_Poster_CompositorV1_1789877621179.jpg?v=1789878238"},{"product_id":"the-acrobates-francis-picabia","title":"The Acrobates - Francis Picabia","description":"\u003cp\u003eA striking modernist composition by Francis Picabia, featuring two figures rendered with bold lines and a warm, earthy palette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrancis Picabia produced The Acrobates during a period of his career marked by a return to figurative subjects, often drawing inspiration from popular imagery and mass-media sources. This work displays the artist's characteristic rejection of stylistic consistency, a hallmark of his approach to painting. The composition features two figures intertwined in a complex, almost sculptural arrangement. Their forms are defined by heavy, dark outlines and a series of repetitive, hatched marks that suggest volume and texture without relying on traditional modelling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe palette is restricted to warm, earthy tones, dominated by ochre, burnt sienna, and deep brown. These colours create a unified, atmospheric quality that pushes the figures into the foreground. The background is scattered with small, cross-like symbols, which add a graphic, rhythmic element to the surface of the canvas. This decorative approach to the background contrasts with the distorted, muscular anatomy of the acrobats themselves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePicabia's work from this era often invites comparison to the aesthetic of commercial illustrations or pulp magazines, yet he subverts these sources through his idiosyncratic application of paint and line. The figures appear caught in a moment of physical tension, their limbs elongated and their features simplified into mask-like expressions. By stripping away realistic detail, Picabia focuses on the raw mechanics of the pose. The result is a work that feels both archaic and modern, reflecting the artist's interest in the intersection of high art and the visual vernacular of his time. This print captures the specific tonal qualities of the original oil painting, preserving the contrast between the dark, linear markings and the glowing, golden ground.\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\/female-model-vilhelm-lundstrom-2\" 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;\"\u003eFemale Model - Vilhelm Lundstrøm — Vilhelm Lundstrøm\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/vrouw-met-al-haar-bezittingen-aat-breur-hibma\" 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;\"\u003eVrouw met al haar bezittingen - Aat Breur-Hibma — Aat Breur-Hibma\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Francis Picabia","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58857490284879,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58857494380879,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58857494413647,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58857494446415,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58857494479183,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/The-Acrobates_Poster_CompositorV1_1790119122798.jpg?v=1790119863"},{"product_id":"aello-francis-picabia","title":"Aello - Francis Picabia","description":"\u003cp\u003eA striking modernist portrait by Francis Picabia, featuring two figures intertwined with botanical motifs in a warm, earthy palette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAello is a work from the later period of Francis Picabia, created around 1930. The painting features two figures whose forms merge with botanical elements. The composition relies on a linear approach, where the outlines of faces and hands are superimposed over a warm, earthy background. The figures are adorned with vine-like motifs that trace across their skin, suggesting a fusion between human identity and the natural world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePicabia, known for his shifts between various styles including Dadaism and abstraction, adopted a more figurative and decorative approach during this phase of his career. The work reflects his interest in classical mythology, as Aello is one of the Harpies in Greek tradition. The treatment of the figures is flat, avoiding traditional perspective to focus on the graphic quality of the lines and the interplay of colour. The palette consists of ochre, terracotta, and muted greens, which provide a sense of unity across the canvas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis piece demonstrates the artist's move away from the mechanical imagery of his earlier years toward a more lyrical, symbolic representation. The figures appear to exist in a state of transformation, with the foliage acting as both a decorative overlay and a structural element of the composition. The lack of depth forces the viewer to engage with the surface of the painting, observing how the lines define the features while simultaneously dissolving them into the surrounding environment. It is a clear example of the artist's experimentation with form and his ability to blend mythological themes with a modern, graphic sensibility.\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\/female-model-vilhelm-lundstrom-2\" 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;\"\u003eFemale Model - Vilhelm Lundstrøm — Vilhelm Lundstrøm\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/vrouw-met-al-haar-bezittingen-aat-breur-hibma\" 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;\"\u003eVrouw met al haar bezittingen - Aat Breur-Hibma — Aat Breur-Hibma\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Francis Picabia","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58862093926735,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58862129381711,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58862129414479,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Aello_Poster_CompositorV1_1790154113011.jpg?v=1790155137"},{"product_id":"port-of-saint-tropez-evening-effect-francis-picabia","title":"Port of Saint-Tropez, Evening Effect - Francis Picabia","description":"\u003cp\u003eA 1909 oil painting by Francis Picabia, capturing the harbour of Saint-Tropez through the expressive, bold colour palette of the Fauvist movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePainted in 1909, this work captures the harbour of Saint-Tropez during a period when Francis Picabia was heavily influenced by the Fauvist movement. Before his later transition into Dadaism and abstraction, Picabia explored the expressive potential of colour and light in his depictions of the French Mediterranean coast. The composition is structured around the vertical masts of the moored boats, which create a rhythmic division across the water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe palette is characteristic of his work from this time, featuring bold, non-naturalistic choices. The quay is rendered in shades of violet and purple, contrasting with the warm, golden ochre of the buildings lining the harbour. The water is painted with short, energetic brushstrokes, capturing the movement of the sea under the fading light of the evening. In the distance, the silhouette of the hills provides a stable horizontal anchor to the scene.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePicabia employs a simplified approach to form, prioritising the emotional resonance of the scene over precise topographical accuracy. The figures on the quay are reduced to dark, gestural shapes, serving to provide a sense of scale and human presence within the quiet harbour. This painting offers a glimpse into the artist's early experimentation with colour theory and his ability to translate the atmosphere of a specific location into a subjective visual experience. The work remains a clear example of the transition between late Impressionist observation and the more radical stylistic shifts that would define his later 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\/figure-cubiste-albert-gleizes\" 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;\"\u003eFigure Cubiste - Albert Gleizes — Albert Gleizes\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/glass-and-checkerboard-juan-gris\" 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;\"\u003eGlass and Checkerboard - Juan Gris — Juan Gris\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Francis Picabia","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58866773426511,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58866888573263,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58866888606031,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58866888638799,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58866888671567,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Port-of-Saint-Tropez-Evening-Effect_Poster_CompositorV1_1790168206459.jpg?v=1790168728"},{"product_id":"dances-at-the-spring-francis-picabia","title":"Dances at the Spring - Francis Picabia","description":"\u003cp\u003eA 1912 Cubist work by Francis Picabia, exploring movement and rhythm through a series of fractured geometric planes in earthy tones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePainted in 1912, Dances at the Spring represents a period of intense experimentation for Francis Picabia. During this time, he moved away from traditional representation, adopting the fractured visual language of Cubism to explore movement and rhythm. The composition depicts figures in motion, though their forms are broken into geometric planes that merge with the surrounding space. This approach creates a sense of kinetic energy, where the distinction between the human subjects and their environment becomes secondary to the overall structural arrangement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe palette is restricted to earthy tones, including ochre, terracotta, and deep brown, which provides a sense of unity across the fragmented surface. By limiting the colour range, Picabia directs attention to the interplay of light and shadow across the angular shapes. The work reflects the influence of the Puteaux Group, a circle of artists who sought to reconcile the analytical rigour of early Cubism with a more lyrical, rhythmic sensibility. This specific approach is often associated with Orphism, a term coined by Guillaume Apollinaire to describe the musical quality of such abstract compositions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this piece, the subject matter serves as a starting point for a formal investigation into how paint can convey the sensation of dance. The figures are not rendered as static objects, but as a series of overlapping planes that suggest a sequence of movements. The result is a work that prioritises the mechanics of vision and the abstraction of physical action. It remains a clear example of the transition from representational art to the non-objective styles that would define much of the early twentieth-century avant-garde. The painting is currently held in the collection of the Philadelphia Museum of Art, where it is recognised for its contribution to the development of modern European painting.\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\/figure-cubiste-albert-gleizes\" 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;\"\u003eFigure Cubiste - Albert Gleizes — Albert Gleizes\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/glass-and-checkerboard-juan-gris\" 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;\"\u003eGlass and Checkerboard - Juan Gris — Juan Gris\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Francis Picabia","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58866883264847,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58866895487311,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58866895520079,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Dances-at-the-Spring_Poster_CompositorV1_1790168183654.jpg?v=1790169323"},{"product_id":"woman-with-a-dog-francis-picabia","title":"Woman with a Dog - Francis Picabia","description":"\u003cp\u003eA surrealist-inspired work by Francis Picabia, featuring a reclining figure and a dog rendered with rhythmic lines and a muted, dreamlike colour palette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work by Francis Picabia belongs to his later period, often categorised by a departure from his earlier Dadaist and machine-inspired aesthetics. During the 1930s, Picabia explored a more personal, dreamlike visual language that frequently utilised simplified forms and flattened perspectives. The composition features a reclining female figure alongside a dog, rendered with a distinct lack of traditional anatomical realism. The artist employs a series of rhythmic, repetitive white lines across the skin of the figure, which serve to flatten the form against the background.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe colour palette is restrained, relying on muted blue tones for the water and figure, contrasted against a warm, earthy salmon-pink area in the upper left. The figure possesses a bird-like profile, a recurring motif in Picabia's work from this era, which adds an element of surrealism to the scene. The dog is depicted with similar economy of line, its form merging with the surrounding environment through the use of decorative patterns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePicabia's approach here rejects the academic pursuit of volume and light. Instead, he focuses on the graphic quality of the image. The wavy lines representing water and the hatched marks on the figure demonstrate his interest in surface texture over representational accuracy. This print captures the artist's ability to balance decorative elements with a sense of unease. It is a clear example of his transition toward a style that prioritised subjective expression over the rigid structures of his earlier career. The work remains a curious piece of twentieth-century European art, reflecting the artist's constant desire to reinvent his visual vocabulary.\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\/female-model-vilhelm-lundstrom-2\" 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;\"\u003eFemale Model - Vilhelm Lundstrøm — Vilhelm Lundstrøm\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/vrouw-met-al-haar-bezittingen-aat-breur-hibma\" 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;\"\u003eVrouw met al haar bezittingen - Aat Breur-Hibma — Aat Breur-Hibma\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Francis Picabia","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58869535506767,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58869547729231,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58869547761999,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58869547794767,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58869547827535,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Woman-with-a-Dog_Poster_CompositorV1_1790191785844.jpg?v=1790192063"},{"product_id":"eve-francis-picabia","title":"Eve - Francis Picabia","description":"\u003cp\u003eA modernist interpretation of Eve by Francis Picabia, featuring expressive, dark outlines against a warm, atmospheric background.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrancis Picabia, a central figure in the Dada movement, produced this work during a period of stylistic transition. The composition features a figure, identified as Eve, rendered with gestural, dark outlines that contrast against a luminous, atmospheric background. The application of paint is loose and expressive, prioritising emotional resonance over anatomical precision. The figure appears to emerge from or dissolve into the surrounding space, a technique that reflects the artist's interest in the fluidity of form and the rejection of traditional representational constraints.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePicabia often utilised themes from mythology and religion, reinterpreting them through a modernist lens. In this piece, the subject is stripped of conventional narrative detail, focusing instead on the interplay between the dark, calligraphic lines and the warm, golden tones of the background. The work avoids the rigid structure of academic painting, opting for a more spontaneous approach that aligns with the experimental nature of his oeuvre during the 1920s. The figure's posture, with one arm raised and the body crouched, suggests a sense of movement or transformation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis print captures the texture of the original oil application, preserving the raw energy of the brushwork. The palette is dominated by ochre, deep brown, and hints of yellow, creating a sense of warmth that balances the starkness of the black lines. It is an example of the artist's ability to combine figurative elements with abstraction, a hallmark of his later career. The piece offers a glimpse into the unconventional methods employed by Picabia, who consistently sought to subvert the expectations of the art world. By focusing on the essential qualities of the subject, the artist invites the viewer to engage with the work on a purely visual and intuitive level, free from the burden of historical or symbolic interpretation.\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\/conversation-under-the-olive-trees-henri-matisse\" 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;\"\u003eConversation under the Olive Trees by Henri Matisse\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/the-model-rene-magritte\" 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;\"\u003eThe Model by René Magritte\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/francis-picabia\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#2a555a;border:1px solid #2a555a;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#ffffff;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eFrancis Picabia prints →\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Francis Picabia","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58869537014095,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58869547925839,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58869547958607,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58869547991375,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58869548024143,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Eve_Poster_CompositorV1_1790191761697.jpg?v=1790192143"},{"product_id":"table-living-francis-picabia","title":"Table Living - Francis Picabia","description":"\u003cp\u003eA 1921 modernist work by Francis Picabia, featuring simplified, geometric forms and a stark, enigmatic composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTable Living, painted in 1921, represents a specific phase in the career of Francis Picabia. During this period, the artist moved away from his earlier mechanical drawings, shifting towards a style that incorporated simplified, almost schematic forms. The composition features a central figure, rendered with minimal detail, against a dark, atmospheric background. The white, curved shape dominates the canvas, suggesting a head or a draped form, while the blue elements provide a sharp contrast to the surrounding deep tones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePicabia was a central figure in the Dada movement, known for his refusal to adhere to a single aesthetic or philosophy. This work reflects his interest in reducing subjects to their essential geometry. The eye is drawn to the singular, closed eye depicted within the upper curve, which introduces a human element to an otherwise abstract arrangement. The application of paint is smooth, lacking the heavy texture often associated with his later works. The composition relies on the interplay of light and shadow, creating a sense of volume despite the flat application of colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy 1921, Picabia had begun to distance himself from the more aggressive tactics of the Dadaists in Paris, moving towards a more personal, enigmatic visual language. Table Living is an example of this transition, where the subject matter remains ambiguous. The title itself, Table Living, adds a layer of irony typical of the artist, as the image does not depict a table in any literal sense. Instead, it invites the viewer to consider the relationship between the title and the visual form. This print captures the precise colour balance and the stark, clean lines of the original oil painting, making it a suitable addition for those interested in early twentieth-century European modernism.\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\/cubist-composition-auguste-herbin\" 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;\"\u003eCubist Composition - Auguste Herbin — Auguste Herbin\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/femme-cubiste-albert-gleizes\" 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;\"\u003eFemme Cubiste - Albert Gleizes — Albert Gleizes\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Francis Picabia","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58869540684111,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58869548155215,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58869548187983,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58869548220751,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58869548253519,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Table-Living_Poster_CompositorV1_1790191790396.jpg?v=1790192269"},{"product_id":"in-favor-of-criticism-francis-picabia","title":"In Favor of Criticism - Francis Picabia","description":"\u003cp\u003eA mid-1920s abstract work by Francis Picabia, featuring biomorphic shapes and a textured, earthy palette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrancis Picabia, a central figure in the Dada movement, produced this work during a period of stylistic transition. By the mid-1920s, Picabia had moved away from the mechanical drawings that defined his earlier output, shifting towards a more gestural and enigmatic form of abstraction. In Favor of Criticism displays this shift, presenting a composition that avoids direct representation in favour of symbolic, biomorphic forms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe canvas features a central, crescent-like shape outlined in pale, luminous lines. Within this form, a jagged, angular line cuts through the space, creating a sense of tension against the surrounding dark, textured ground. To the right, a solitary, dark circular form provides a visual counterpoint, grounding the composition. The application of paint is thick and tactile, with a muted palette of earth tones, ochre, and deep brown, which gives the surface a weathered, organic quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePicabia often used titles to provoke or confuse his audience, and In Favor of Criticism is no exception. The title suggests a commentary on the reception of his work, yet the visual content remains resolutely non-objective. This piece reflects the artist's desire to dismantle traditional expectations of painting, prioritising intuition and spontaneity over narrative clarity. The work is characteristic of his later experiments with form, where he stripped away the complexity of his earlier machine-inspired imagery to focus on the raw interaction of line, shape, and texture. It remains a clear example of his restless approach to artistic practice, where he constantly rejected the stability of a single style in favour of perpetual reinvention.\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\/cubist-composition-auguste-herbin\" 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;\"\u003eCubist Composition - Auguste Herbin — Auguste Herbin\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/femme-cubiste-albert-gleizes\" 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;\"\u003eFemme Cubiste - Albert Gleizes — Albert Gleizes\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Francis Picabia","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58872332550479,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58872375902543,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58872375935311,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58872375968079,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58872376000847,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/In-Favor-of-Criticism_Poster_CompositorV1_1790233937497.jpg?v=1790234925"},{"product_id":"the-moret-canal-autumn-effect-francis-picabia","title":"The Moret Canal, Autumn Effect - Francis Picabia","description":"\u003cp\u003eA 1905 Impressionist study by Francis Picabia, capturing the golden light and violet shadows of the Moret canal in autumn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePainted in 1905, The Moret Canal, Autumn Effect captures the French countryside during a period when Francis Picabia was deeply engaged with the techniques of Impressionism. Before his later shift toward Dadaism and abstraction, Picabia produced a series of works focusing on the Loing canal near Moret-sur-Loing. This specific composition demonstrates his interest in the interplay of light and colour, particularly the way autumn foliage interacts with the reflective surface of the water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe canvas is defined by a heavy application of paint, with visible, short brushstrokes that build up the texture of the trees and the path. The palette relies on a contrast between the warm, golden yellows and oranges of the leaves and the cooler, violet-blue shadows that define the tree trunks and the water. This use of complementary colours is a hallmark of the period, intended to create a sense of atmospheric depth and movement. The composition is structured by the receding line of the canal, which draws the eye into the distance, while the dense canopy of trees creates a frame that encloses the scene.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike his later, more radical experiments, this work shows a clear adherence to the observational traditions of the late nineteenth century. The focus remains on the transient qualities of the season, capturing a specific moment of light as it filters through the branches. The presence of a small figure near the water adds a sense of scale, grounding the scene in a human context. This print reproduces the tactile quality of the original oil paint, allowing for an examination of the artist's early technical approach to light and colour theory.\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\/impression-sunrise-claude-monet-1\" 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;\"\u003eImpression, Sunrise - Claude Monet — Claude Monet\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/the-fitting-mary-cassatt\" 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;\"\u003eThe Fitting - Mary Cassatt — Mary Cassatt\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Francis Picabia","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58872411980111,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58872413978959,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58872414011727,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58872414044495,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58872414077263,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/The-Moret-Canal-Autumn-Effect_Poster_CompositorV1_1790233947068.jpg?v=1790235278"},{"product_id":"the-woman-of-love-francis-picabia","title":"The Woman of Love - Francis Picabia","description":"\u003cp\u003eA surrealist composition by Francis Picabia featuring a central female figure, winged animals, and putti rendered in ink and watercolour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrancis Picabia, a central figure in the Dada movement, created this work during his later period, which often featured mythological and allegorical themes rendered with a distinct, dreamlike quality. The composition presents a central female figure, flanked by winged creatures that resemble greyhounds, suggesting a blend of classical iconography and personal symbolism. Two putti occupy the foreground, their forms rendered in a bright, almost acidic yellow, as they hold long, trumpet-like instruments that cross in the centre of the frame.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe use of colour is deliberate and unconventional. The background consists of muted, atmospheric washes of grey and ochre, which contrast with the saturated yellow of the figures and the cool blue of the winged animals. Picabia employs thin, fluid ink lines to define the contours of the bodies, maintaining a sense of lightness despite the complex arrangement of figures. The work avoids traditional perspective, opting instead for a flattened, decorative space that aligns with the artist's interest in challenging conventional modes of representation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis piece reflects the artist's shift away from his earlier mechanical drawings toward a more figurative, yet highly stylised, approach. The juxtaposition of the serene central woman with the playful, almost mischievous putti and the hybrid animal forms creates a sense of ambiguity. It is a characteristic example of Picabia's ability to synthesise disparate visual elements into a cohesive, if enigmatic, whole. The work invites observation of its technical execution, particularly the interaction between the transparent watercolour washes and the precise ink outlines that define the forms.\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\/man-mustache-navel-jean-arp\" 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;\"\u003eMan, mustache, navel by Jean Arp\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/moon-woman-jackson-pollock\" 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;\"\u003eMoon Woman by Jackson Pollock\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/francis-picabia\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#2a555a;border:1px solid #2a555a;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#ffffff;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eFrancis Picabia prints →\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Francis Picabia","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58875705524559,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58875722760527,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58875722793295,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58875722826063,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58875722858831,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/The-Woman-of-Love_Poster_CompositorV1_1790273048322.jpg?v=1790273721"},{"product_id":"notre-dame-the-effect-of-sunlight-francis-picabia","title":"Notre Dame, the Effect of Sunlight - Francis Picabia","description":"\u003cp\u003eA 1906 Impressionist study of the Notre Dame cathedral, capturing the interplay of sunlight and shadow through broken, textured brushwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePainted in 1906, this work captures the facade of Notre Dame de Paris during a period when Francis Picabia was heavily influenced by the Impressionist tradition. Before his later involvement with Dadaism and abstraction, Picabia produced a series of views of the cathedral that demonstrate his engagement with the shifting qualities of light and atmosphere. The composition focuses on the iconic twin towers and the central rose window, rendered through a series of short, broken brushstrokes that define the stone structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe palette relies on a combination of warm ochres, deep browns, and cool blues to suggest the interplay between direct sunlight and the shadows cast across the Gothic masonry. By applying paint in this manner, Picabia breaks down the solid form of the architecture into a series of optical sensations. The foreground is suggested with lighter, more gestural marks, providing a sense of the bustling Parisian square below while maintaining the focus on the cathedral itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis piece reflects the broader interest among early twentieth-century artists in the serial study of subjects under varying conditions. While the subject matter is traditional, the application of paint reveals the artist's interest in the materiality of the medium. The work serves as a record of Picabia's technical development, showing his mastery of the Impressionist idiom before he moved toward more radical stylistic experiments. The print captures the texture of the original oil paint, allowing for a close examination of the brushwork and the colour relationships that define the scene. It is a study of how light transforms a static, monumental structure into a dynamic visual experience.\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\/impression-sunrise-claude-monet-1\" 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;\"\u003eImpression, Sunrise - Claude Monet — Claude Monet\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/the-fitting-mary-cassatt\" 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;\"\u003eThe Fitting - Mary Cassatt — Mary Cassatt\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Francis Picabia","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58875723088207,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58875735605583,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58875735638351,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58875735671119,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58875735703887,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Notre-Dame-the-Effect-of-Sunlight_Poster_CompositorV1_1790272961356.jpg?v=1790274122"},{"product_id":"montparnasse-francis-picabia","title":"Montparnasse - Francis Picabia","description":"\u003cp\u003eA figurative work by Francis Picabia depicting a studio scene in the Montparnasse district of Paris, featuring a man holding a nude study.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePainted during the mid-1920s, Montparnasse captures the atmosphere of the Parisian art district during a period of transition for Francis Picabia. The composition features a central male figure holding a framed painting of a female nude, while a seated woman draped in white fabric occupies the left side of the frame. The background is dark and indistinct, which pushes the figures forward and creates a sense of interior intimacy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePicabia, known for his association with the Dada movement and his subsequent shifts in style, employs a direct, almost raw application of paint here. The brushwork is deliberate, lacking the polished finish of academic portraiture. The inclusion of a painting within a painting serves as a meta-commentary on the act of viewing art, a recurring theme in his work from this era. The colour palette is dominated by deep blacks, a striking red shirt on the central figure, and the pale, cool tones of the nude study being held.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work reflects the bohemian spirit of the Montparnasse neighbourhood, where artists and writers gathered in cafes and studios. The composition is structured yet informal, suggesting a moment captured in a studio setting. The presence of potted plants in the foreground adds a domestic touch to the otherwise stark environment. Picabia avoids excessive detail, preferring to focus on the interaction between the figures and the objects they inhabit. The painting provides a glimpse into the artist's personal circle and his ongoing exploration of representation and reality. It remains a characteristic example of his figurative work from the 1920s, demonstrating his ability to move between different modes of expression while maintaining a distinct visual identity.\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\/selected-details-after-courbet-marcel-duchamp\" 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;\"\u003eSelected Details after Courbet - Marcel Duchamp — Marcel Duchamp\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/dance-jean-arp\" 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;\"\u003eDance - Jean Arp — Jean Arp\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Francis Picabia","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58875731706191,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58875736850767,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58875736883535,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58875736916303,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58875736949071,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Montparnasse_Poster_CompositorV1_1790272971259.jpg?v=1790274446"},{"product_id":"catax-francis-picabia","title":"Catax - Francis Picabia","description":"\u003cp\u003eA surrealist composition by Francis Picabia, featuring layered faces and organic forms in a warm, ochre-toned palette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCatax, painted by Francis Picabia around 1929, belongs to the artist's transparency period. During these years, Picabia moved away from his earlier mechanical drawings, choosing instead to layer multiple images upon a single surface. This technique creates a dreamlike effect where figures, faces, and botanical elements occupy the same space without clear separation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition features several overlapping profiles and frontal views of faces, rendered with thin, fluid lines. These forms appear to float against a warm, ochre-toned background. The layering creates a sense of depth that is not physical but psychological, as if the viewer is observing a collection of memories or thoughts simultaneously. The presence of hands and floral motifs adds a human and organic quality to the otherwise abstract arrangement of features.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePicabia, a central figure in the Dada movement, often rejected traditional artistic conventions. In this work, he avoids a single point of focus, forcing the eye to move across the canvas to decipher the various forms. The blue-spotted texture on one of the central figures provides a contrast to the otherwise monochromatic orange and brown palette. This work demonstrates the artist's interest in the fluidity of perception and the rejection of fixed reality. It is a characteristic example of his later work, where he experimented with the boundaries between representation and abstraction.\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\/cubist-composition-auguste-herbin\" 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;\"\u003eCubist Composition - Auguste Herbin — Auguste Herbin\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/femme-cubiste-albert-gleizes\" 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;\"\u003eFemme Cubiste - Albert Gleizes — Albert Gleizes\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Francis Picabia","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58876917776719,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58876933079375,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58876933112143,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58876933144911,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58876933177679,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Catax_Poster_CompositorV1_1790297827940.jpg?v=1790298482"},{"product_id":"guillaume-apollinaire-francis-picabia","title":"Guillaume Apollinaire - Francis Picabia","description":"\u003cp\u003eA striking 1913 ink portrait of the poet Guillaume Apollinaire by Francis Picabia, rendered in bold, high-contrast black and white.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis portrait of the poet and art critic Guillaume Apollinaire is a notable example of Francis Picabia's graphic work from 1913. During this period, Picabia was deeply engaged with the Parisian avant-garde, moving between the circles of the Puteaux Group and the burgeoning Dada movement. The image employs a stark, high-contrast aesthetic, relying on the interplay of solid black ink and the white of the paper to define the subject's features.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePicabia reduces the form of the poet to essential shapes. The heavy shadows around the eyes and the simplified contours of the face create a graphic, almost poster-like quality. This approach reflects the artist's interest in mechanical reproduction and the simplification of the human figure, a common theme in his work during the early twentieth century. The polka-dot tie provides a small, precise detail that contrasts with the broad, dark masses of the suit and hair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApollinaire, a central figure in the development of modernism, is depicted here with a solemn, direct gaze. The composition is stripped of background elements, forcing the viewer to focus entirely on the subject's presence. The signature and date are integrated into the lower right, maintaining the clean, minimalist presentation of the work. This piece offers a clear look at the intersection of portraiture and early modern abstraction, capturing the intellectual intensity of the subject through a limited visual vocabulary. It is a direct, unadorned representation that avoids the sentimentality often found in traditional portraiture of the era, favouring instead a bold, graphic clarity that aligns with the experimental spirit of the 1910s.\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\/portrait-of-oscar-miestchaninoff-diego-rivera\" 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;\"\u003ePortrait of Oscar Miestchaninoff by Diego Rivera\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/portrait-of-karl-kraus-oskar-kokoschka\" 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;\"\u003ePortrait of Karl Kraus by Oskar Kokoschka\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/francis-picabia\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#2a555a;border:1px solid #2a555a;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#ffffff;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eFrancis Picabia artwork →\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Francis Picabia","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58876924887375,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58876934357327,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58876934390095,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58876934422863,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58876934455631,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Guillaume-Apollinaire_Poster_CompositorV1_1790297812313.jpg?v=1790298718"},{"product_id":"suzanne-francis-picabia","title":"Suzanne - Francis Picabia","description":"\u003cp\u003eA striking example of early twentieth-century experimentation, this work by Francis Picabia uses light and line to suggest form within a dark, atmospheric space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuzanne, created by Francis Picabia around 1907, represents a period of transition in the artist's career. During these years, Picabia moved away from his earlier Impressionist influences towards the structural experimentation of Cubism. The work displays a departure from traditional representation, favouring a synthesis of form and light that suggests the subject rather than describing it through conventional portraiture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is dominated by dark, atmospheric tones of deep violet and indigo, punctuated by sharp, luminous lines that trace the silhouette of the figure. These linear elements create a sense of movement and energy, contrasting with the nebulous background. The orange, triangular motifs arranged along the sides of the canvas add a rhythmic quality to the piece, suggesting an interest in decorative geometry that would become more pronounced in his later mechanical works. The application of paint is varied, with soft, blended areas meeting precise, light-filled strokes that define the edges of the form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePicabia was a central figure in the Parisian avant-garde, known for his restless stylistic shifts. This work captures the experimental spirit of the early twentieth century, where artists sought to break the constraints of realistic depiction. The title, Suzanne, provides a human anchor to an otherwise abstract arrangement of light and shadow. The piece reflects the artist's interest in the interplay between the physical presence of the subject and the subjective experience of the viewer. By reducing the figure to essential lines and light, Picabia invites an engagement with the formal qualities of the painting itself. This print reproduces the subtle gradations of the original oil painting, maintaining the balance between the dark, moody background and the luminous, energetic lines that define the composition.\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\/cubist-composition-auguste-herbin\" 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;\"\u003eCubist Composition - Auguste Herbin — Auguste Herbin\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/femme-cubiste-albert-gleizes\" 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;\"\u003eFemme Cubiste - Albert Gleizes — Albert Gleizes\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Francis Picabia","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58876929802575,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58876935045455,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58876935078223,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58876935110991,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58876935143759,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Suzanne_Poster_CompositorV1_1790297841628.jpg?v=1790298851"},{"product_id":"dancer-of-french-cancan-francis-picabia","title":"Dancer of French Cancan - Francis Picabia","description":"\u003cp\u003eA striking figurative study by Francis Picabia, depicting a French Cancan dancer with dramatic lighting and bold contrast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work by Francis Picabia captures a performer in the midst of a French Cancan. The composition focuses on the figure against a stark, dark background, which directs attention to the movement of the white petticoats and the dancer's pose. Picabia, known for his shifts between Dadaism, Surrealism, and abstraction, produced a series of figurative works during the 1940s that drew upon popular culture, cinema, and magazine imagery. These paintings often utilised a direct, illustrative approach that departed from his earlier experimental phases.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe dancer is rendered with a focus on the contrast between the voluminous, bright white fabric of the skirt and the deep shadows of the setting. Her expression is direct, engaging the viewer while she holds the fabric aloft. The application of paint is deliberate, prioritising the form and the theatrical nature of the subject matter over complex painterly textures. This piece reflects the artist's interest in the visual language of the cabaret and the commercial aesthetic of the era. By stripping away extraneous detail, Picabia creates a clear, graphic representation of the performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis print offers a look into the later period of Picabia's career, where he revisited traditional subjects with a modern sensibility. The work functions as a study of light and motion, capturing a fleeting moment of stage performance. It remains a representative example of his return to figurative painting, demonstrating his ability to adapt his style to different modes of expression throughout his life. The stark lighting and the pose of the dancer evoke the atmosphere of Parisian nightlife, presented with the clarity characteristic of his mid-century output.\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\/female-model-vilhelm-lundstrom-2\" 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;\"\u003eFemale Model - Vilhelm Lundstrøm — Vilhelm Lundstrøm\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/boomstudie-te-vogelenzang-simon-moulijn\" 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;\"\u003eBoomstudie, te Vogelenzang - Simon Moulijn — Simon Moulijn\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Francis Picabia","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58878491918671,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58878510530895,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58878510563663,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58878510596431,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58878510629199,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Dancer-of-French-Cancan_Poster_CompositorV1_1790331793982.jpg?v=1790332490"},{"product_id":"spring-francis-picabia","title":"Spring - Francis Picabia","description":"\u003cp\u003eA figurative work by Francis Picabia from his realist period, depicting two figures in a sunlit, outdoor setting with a focus on light and shadow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work by Francis Picabia, titled Spring, belongs to a period in the artist's career often categorised as his realist or kitsch phase. During the early 1940s, Picabia moved away from his earlier Dadaist and abstract experiments, turning instead to a style influenced by glamour photography and popular magazine illustrations. The composition features two figures in a sun-drenched, outdoor setting. A woman stands in the background, holding a large piece of fabric that billows in the wind, partially obscuring her face. In the foreground, a man sits, looking towards her with a relaxed expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe rendering of the figures is smooth and polished, reflecting the aesthetic of commercial imagery prevalent in the era. Picabia employs a monochromatic palette, using light and shadow to define the musculature of the man and the drapery of the fabric. The contrast between the dark, moody background and the illuminated figures creates a sense of depth. This work demonstrates the artist's ability to adopt and subvert various styles throughout his career. By choosing a subject matter that mimics the conventions of mass-market media, Picabia engages with the intersection of high art and popular culture. The work is devoid of the complex mechanical metaphors found in his earlier Dadaist pieces, opting for a direct, representational approach that remains characteristic of his later output. The signature of the artist is visible in the lower left corner, confirming the attribution to this period of his practice.\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\/female-model-vilhelm-lundstrom-2\" 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;\"\u003eFemale Model - Vilhelm Lundstrøm — Vilhelm Lundstrøm\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/boomstudie-te-vogelenzang-simon-moulijn\" 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;\"\u003eBoomstudie, te Vogelenzang - Simon Moulijn — Simon Moulijn\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Francis Picabia","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58878499389775,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58878509613391,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58878509646159,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58878509678927,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58878509711695,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Spring_Poster_CompositorV1_1790331394126.jpg?v=1790332677"},{"product_id":"hera-francis-picabia","title":"Hera - Francis Picabia","description":"\u003cp\u003eA dreamlike composition from Francis Picabia's Transparencies series, featuring overlapping faces and botanical motifs in a layered, atmospheric style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHera, painted by Francis Picabia around 1929, belongs to his celebrated Transparencies series. During this period, Picabia moved away from the mechanical aesthetic of his earlier Dadaist works, opting instead for a layered, dreamlike visual language. The composition features multiple overlapping faces and figures, creating a sense of depth that defies traditional perspective. By superimposing these forms, Picabia invites the viewer to navigate a complex visual field where individual identities merge and dissolve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe work incorporates botanical elements, such as daisies and winding vines, which weave through the facial features. This integration of organic forms with human visages suggests a mythological or allegorical theme, consistent with the title Hera. The lines are fluid and calligraphic, tracing the contours of the faces and the petals with a lightness that contrasts with the density of the layered imagery. The palette remains muted, relying on earth tones and soft blues to maintain a cohesive, atmospheric quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePicabia's technique in this period involved the use of multiple exposures, a method influenced by cinematic montage and photography. By layering images, he creates a non-linear narrative that encourages the eye to move across the surface, discovering new connections between the figures and the flora. This approach reflects his interest in the subjectivity of perception and the fluidity of memory. The work does not rely on a single focal point, but rather on the rhythmic interplay of lines and shapes. It remains a distinct example of his ability to synthesise classical motifs with modern experimental techniques, resulting in a composition that feels both ancient and contemporary.\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\/constellation-according-to-the-laws-of-chance-jean-arp\" 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;\"\u003eConstellation According to the Laws of Chance - Jean Arp — Jean Arp\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/eve-francis-picabia\" 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;\"\u003eEve - Francis Picabia — Francis Picabia\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Francis Picabia","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58878518952271,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58878537597263,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58878537630031,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58878537662799,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58878537695567,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Hera_Poster_CompositorV1_1790331393721.jpg?v=1790333027"},{"product_id":"balance-francis-picabia","title":"Balance - Francis Picabia","description":"\u003cp\u003eA machine-inspired composition by Francis Picabia, featuring geometric forms and mechanical elements rendered in a muted, industrial palette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBalance, created by Francis Picabia around 1919, belongs to the artist's period of machine-inspired compositions. During this phase, Picabia moved away from traditional representation, choosing instead to depict mechanical components as metaphors for human behaviour and social structures. The work features a series of geometric forms, including circles, rods, and angular connectors, arranged in a manner that suggests a technical diagram or an industrial blueprint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is characterised by a deliberate lack of depth, presenting the mechanical elements against a flat, monochromatic background. The title, inscribed in the upper right corner, provides a conceptual anchor for the viewer. By using the language of engineering, Picabia critiques the rationalism of the era, subverting the utility of these objects by rendering them non-functional. The precision of the lines and the starkness of the forms reflect the influence of the Dada movement, which sought to dismantle conventional artistic values through irony and absurdity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePicabia's approach to this work demonstrates his interest in the intersection of technology and art. The arrangement of circles and lines creates a sense of equilibrium, yet the lack of a clear mechanical purpose invites the viewer to question the nature of the objects themselves. The muted palette, consisting of ochre, brown, and cream tones, reinforces the clinical, detached quality of the image. This piece is a representative example of the artist's transition from his earlier experiments with abstraction toward a more cynical, machine-based iconography that defined his contribution to the European avant-garde.\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\/cubist-composition-auguste-herbin\" 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;\"\u003eCubist Composition - Auguste Herbin — Auguste Herbin\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/femme-cubiste-albert-gleizes\" 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;\"\u003eFemme Cubiste - Albert Gleizes — Albert Gleizes\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Francis Picabia","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58887375389007,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58887434273103,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58887434305871,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58887434338639,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58887434371407,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Balance_Poster_CompositorV1_1790357069066.jpg?v=1790357789"},{"product_id":"a-canal-at-st-mammes-francis-picabia","title":"A Canal at St. Mammes - Francis Picabia","description":"\u003cp\u003eA serene Impressionist view of the Loing canal at Saint-Mammès, featuring soft light, broken brushwork, and a tranquil rural atmosphere.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work captures a serene view of the Loing canal at Saint-Mammès, a location frequently visited by Impressionist painters during the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. Francis Picabia, before his later association with Dadaism and abstraction, produced a series of works in this style, demonstrating his technical command of light and colour. The composition is structured by a row of tall, slender trees on the left bank, which create a vertical rhythm against the horizontal expanse of the water and the distant horizon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe application of paint is characteristic of the Impressionist method, utilising short, broken brushstrokes to convey the flickering quality of light on the water surface and the texture of the foliage. The palette is dominated by soft greens, ochres, and pale blues, reflecting the atmospheric conditions of a clear day. Small boats are positioned on the canal, providing a sense of scale and human presence within the quiet rural setting. The buildings on the right bank are rendered with minimal detail, allowing the focus to remain on the interplay between the sky and the reflective surface of the canal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePicabia's approach here aligns with the traditions established by artists such as Alfred Sisley, who also spent time in this region. The painting avoids rigid outlines, opting instead for a soft, painterly effect that prioritises the perception of light over precise topographical accuracy. This piece offers a view into the early career of an artist who would eventually become known for his radical shifts in style. It remains a representative example of the late Impressionist period, capturing a specific moment of calm in the French countryside through a focus on colour and light.\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\/cubist-composition-auguste-herbin\" 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;\"\u003eCubist Composition - Auguste Herbin — Auguste Herbin\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/femme-cubiste-albert-gleizes\" 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;\"\u003eFemme Cubiste - Albert Gleizes — Albert Gleizes\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Francis Picabia","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58887385252175,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58887434469711,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58887434502479,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58887434535247,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58887434568015,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/A-Canal-at-St_Poster_CompositorV1_1790357108132.jpg?v=1790357904"},{"product_id":"ellegant-francis-picabia","title":"Ellegant - Francis Picabia","description":"\u003cp\u003eA striking portrait by Francis Picabia from his later period, featuring a woman in a black dress against a soft purple background.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis portrait by Francis Picabia, titled Ellegant, belongs to the artist's later period, often categorised as his 'transparency' or 'glamour' phase. During the 1930s and 1940s, Picabia moved away from the radical experimentation of Dadaism to produce works that engaged with popular culture, fashion, and the aesthetic of cinema. This shift surprised many of his contemporaries, yet it demonstrates his interest in the artifice of representation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe subject is depicted with a polished, smooth finish that contrasts with the earlier, more abrasive textures of his avant-garde works. The woman is shown in a three-quarter view, her gaze directed away from the viewer, which creates a sense of detachment. She wears a simple black dress, accented by a thin red belt and a dark ring, against a muted, atmospheric purple background. The lighting is theatrical, casting soft shadows that define her form and the contours of her face. Her posture is relaxed, with one hand resting on a yellow object, possibly a book or a small box, which provides a subtle colour contrast to the otherwise cool-toned composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePicabia's technique here relies on clear outlines and a controlled application of paint. The work reflects the influence of magazine illustration and commercial photography, which were pervasive in the visual culture of the era. By adopting this style, Picabia questioned the boundaries between high art and mass-produced imagery. The painting remains a curious example of his ability to adopt and discard various artistic identities throughout his career, showing a fascination with the surface qualities of his subjects rather than a search for psychological depth.\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\/female-model-vilhelm-lundstrom-2\" 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;\"\u003eFemale Model - Vilhelm Lundstrøm — Vilhelm Lundstrøm\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/boomstudie-te-vogelenzang-simon-moulijn\" 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;\"\u003eBoomstudie, te Vogelenzang - Simon Moulijn — Simon Moulijn\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Francis Picabia","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58887397474639,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58887434731855,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58887434764623,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58887434797391,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58887434830159,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Ellegant_Poster_CompositorV1_1790357087281.jpg?v=1790358002"},{"product_id":"optophone-ii-francis-picabia","title":"Optophone II - Francis Picabia","description":"\u003cp\u003eA striking Dadaist composition by Francis Picabia, featuring concentric circles, abstract figures, and floral motifs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOptophone II, created by Francis Picabia around 1922, represents the artist's engagement with the Dada movement and his interest in mechanical imagery. The composition is structured around a series of concentric black circles, which create a sense of rotation or optical vibration. Within this geometric framework, Picabia places disparate elements: simplified, white, reclining female figures, clusters of red flowers, and abstract, block-like patterns. The juxtaposition of these organic and mechanical forms is characteristic of Picabia's work during this period, where he often used industrial motifs to subvert traditional artistic subjects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe title, Optophone, refers to an early device designed to convert light into sound, a concept that aligns with the experimental nature of the Dadaists. By incorporating such references, Picabia questions the relationship between sensory perception and the visual arts. The figures appear to float within the circular structure, their forms rendered with minimal detail, contrasting with the stark, repetitive lines of the background. The colour palette is restrained, relying on a grey ground to allow the black, white, red, and green elements to emerge clearly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work avoids a singular narrative, instead offering a collection of signs and symbols that resist easy interpretation. The arrangement of the elements suggests a mechanical or scientific diagram, yet the inclusion of human figures and floral motifs introduces a human element that complicates this reading. Picabia's approach here is one of deliberate ambiguity, reflecting his desire to move away from established aesthetic conventions. The print captures the texture and flat application of paint found in the original, preserving the graphic quality of the composition. It is a piece that invites observation of its formal relationships rather than a search for hidden meaning.\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\/echelonnement-desaxe-sophie-taeuber-arp\" 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;\"\u003eEchelonnement desaxe - Sophie Taeuber-Arp — Sophie Taeuber-Arp\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/the-kiss-max-ernst\" 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;\"\u003eThe Kiss - Max Ernst — Max Ernst\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Francis Picabia","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58887402651983,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58887435092303,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58887435125071,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58887435157839,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58887435190607,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Optophone-II_Poster_CompositorV1_1790357053094.jpg?v=1790358107"},{"product_id":"women-with-bull-dog-francis-picabia","title":"Women with bull-dog - Francis Picabia","description":"\u003cp\u003eA striking figurative work by Francis Picabia from his later period, featuring a woman and a French bulldog rendered in a cinematic, high-contrast style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work by Francis Picabia belongs to his later period, often categorised as his 'transparency' or 'glamour' phase. During the early 1940s, Picabia produced a series of figurative paintings that drew inspiration from popular media, including cinema stills and fashion magazines. These works often feature women in staged, theatrical poses, rendered with a high degree of contrast and a smooth, almost photographic finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition depicts a woman kneeling beside a French bulldog. The lighting is dramatic, casting deep shadows across the figure and the animal, which creates a sense of mystery. The background features a lattice-style window, a recurring motif in his work that adds a geometric element to the otherwise soft, rounded forms of the subjects. The woman looks away from the viewer, her expression caught in a moment of quiet contemplation. The inclusion of the dog introduces a domestic, yet slightly surreal, quality to the scene.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePicabia, known for his restless experimentation across various styles including Dada and Surrealism, returned to figurative painting during this time. His approach here avoids the abstraction of his earlier career, opting instead for a style that mimics the aesthetic of mass-produced imagery. The painting reflects the artist's interest in the intersection of high art and popular culture. The monochromatic palette emphasises the play of light and shadow, focusing the viewer on the texture of the skin and the features of the dog. This piece offers a glimpse into the varied output of an artist who consistently rejected fixed categorisation throughout 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\/charles-ashdown-leon-underwood\" 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;\"\u003eCharles Ashdown by Leon Underwood\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/woman-at-the-fountain-henri-matisse\" 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;\"\u003eWoman at the Fountain by Henri Matisse\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/francis-picabia\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#2a555a;border:1px solid #2a555a;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#ffffff;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eFrancis Picabia artwork →\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Francis Picabia","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58887411237199,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58887435419983,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58887435452751,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58887435485519,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58887435518287,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Women-with-bull-dog_Poster_CompositorV1_1790357127084.jpg?v=1790358210"},{"product_id":"still-life-francis-picabia","title":"Still Life - Francis Picabia","description":"\u003cp\u003eA 1908 Impressionist study by Francis Picabia, capturing a sun-drenched table arrangement through soft, broken brushstrokes and a light-filled palette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work by Francis Picabia, dated 1908, captures a moment of domestic calm through the lens of late Impressionism. Before his transition into Dadaism and abstraction, Picabia produced works that engaged with the light-drenched techniques of his contemporaries. The composition features a round table set with a bowl of fruit, a glass, and a bottle, positioned against a background that suggests an outdoor setting or a sun-filled interior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe application of paint is characterised by short, broken brushstrokes that fragment the light across the surface of the table and the surrounding environment. This technique creates a shimmering effect, where the boundaries between the objects and the space they occupy become porous. The palette relies on soft yellows, creams, and pale blues, which work together to convey the warmth of a summer day. The fruit in the central bowl is rendered with rounded, soft forms, providing a stable anchor for the otherwise flickering, light-focused execution of the scene.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePicabia's approach here demonstrates his technical proficiency with the Impressionist idiom. He focuses on the optical experience of the scene rather than the precise delineation of form. The table, draped in a light-coloured cloth, reflects the ambient light, while the bottle provides a vertical contrast in a deep, cool blue. This piece offers a view into the artist's early career, showing his sensitivity to colour and atmospheric conditions. It is a study in how light can dissolve the solidity of everyday objects, transforming a simple arrangement into a play of colour and texture. The work remains a clear example of the stylistic period that preceded his more radical experiments in the avant-garde movements of the early twentieth century.\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\/impression-sunrise-claude-monet-1\" 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;\"\u003eImpression, Sunrise - Claude Monet — Claude Monet\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/la-pointe-du-lou-gaou-armand-guillaumin\" 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;\"\u003eLa Pointe du Lou Gaou - Armand Guillaumin — Armand Guillaumin\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Francis Picabia","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58888290632015,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58888301248847,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58888301281615,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58888301314383,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58888301347151,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Still-Life_Poster_CompositorV1_1790369004057.jpg?v=1790369268"},{"product_id":"adam-and-eve-francis-picabia","title":"Adam and Eve - Francis Picabia","description":"\u003cp\u003eA striking example of Francis Picabia's Transparency series, featuring layered classical figures and abstract facial elements in warm, earthy tones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work belongs to the series known as the Transparencies, produced by Francis Picabia during the late 1920s and early 1930s. In this period, the artist moved away from the mechanical aesthetic of his earlier Dadaist output, choosing instead to layer multiple images upon a single surface. The composition features two figures, Adam and Eve, rendered with classical proportions that recall Greco-Roman statuary. Over these forms, Picabia overlays large, schematic facial features, specifically oversized eyes and a mouth, which disrupt the traditional representation of the biblical pair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe technique relies on the superimposition of lines and forms, creating a sense of depth that is simultaneously flat and illusory. The palette is dominated by ochre, gold, and deep brown tones, which contribute to the aged, almost fresco-like appearance of the canvas. By merging the human figures with these floating, disembodied facial elements, Picabia forces the viewer to reconcile disparate visual planes. The tree to the right serves as a subtle nod to the traditional iconography of the Garden of Eden, yet the treatment remains distinctly modern and enigmatic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePicabia was known for his restless experimentation, and this work captures his interest in the ambiguity of perception. The overlapping lines create a visual rhythm that draws the eye across the surface, preventing the viewer from settling on a single interpretation of the scene. The figures appear to exist in a state of flux, caught between the classical past and the fragmented reality of the twentieth century. This print reproduces the textures and layered effects of the original oil painting, maintaining the balance between the figurative subjects and the abstract linear elements that define the Transparency style.\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\/echelonnement-desaxe-sophie-taeuber-arp\" 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;\"\u003eEchelonnement desaxe - Sophie Taeuber-Arp — Sophie Taeuber-Arp\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/the-kiss-max-ernst\" 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;\"\u003eThe Kiss - Max Ernst — Max Ernst\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Francis Picabia","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58888301838671,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58888367472975,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58888367505743,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58888367538511,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58888367571279,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Adam-and-Eve_Poster_CompositorV1_1790369045077.jpg?v=1790369500"},{"product_id":"the-fig-leaf-francis-picabia","title":"The Fig Leaf - Francis Picabia","description":"\u003cp\u003eA satirical 1922 Dada graphic by Francis Picabia, featuring a stark silhouette and ironic text.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrancis Picabia, a central figure in the Dada movement, produced this work in 1922. The image functions as a satirical commentary on artistic conventions and the censorship of the human form. By employing a stark, silhouette-based aesthetic, Picabia strips away traditional modelling, leaving only the essential outline of a figure posed with one foot resting upon a large, solid sphere.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is deliberately flat and graphic, echoing the style of contemporary advertising or poster design. The inclusion of the text 'La Feuille de Vigne' (The Fig Leaf) and 'Dessin Français' (French Drawing) serves to mock the self-importance of the French art establishment. The fig leaf itself, rendered in a muted tone, acts as a visual punchline, drawing attention to the very modesty it is intended to conceal. This work reflects the artist's characteristic irony and his rejection of the seriousness often associated with fine art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePicabia's approach here is minimalist, relying on the contrast between the black silhouette and the stark white background. The typography is integrated into the composition, curving around the central sphere to create a sense of balance. This piece is representative of the later phase of Dada, where the movement began to incorporate more structured, graphic elements while maintaining its subversive spirit. The work invites the viewer to consider the absurdity of artistic rules and the performative nature of cultural identity. It remains a clear example of how Picabia utilised humour and visual puns to disrupt the expectations of his audience, favouring conceptual wit over technical display.\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\/echelonnement-desaxe-sophie-taeuber-arp\" 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;\"\u003eEchelonnement desaxe - Sophie Taeuber-Arp — Sophie Taeuber-Arp\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/the-kiss-max-ernst\" 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;\"\u003eThe Kiss - Max Ernst — Max Ernst\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Francis Picabia","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58888312324431,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58888367702351,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58888367735119,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58888367767887,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58888367800655,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/The-Fig-Leaf_Poster_CompositorV1_1790369018369.jpg?v=1790369616"},{"product_id":"self-portrait-francis-picabia","title":"Self-Portrait - Francis Picabia","description":"\u003cp\u003eA direct and introspective self-portrait by the French Dadaist Francis Picabia, rendered in ink and wash.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis self-portrait by Francis Picabia offers a direct, unadorned view of the artist during a period of intense creative transition. Known primarily for his involvement in the Dada movement and his later experiments with abstraction, Picabia here adopts a more representational approach. The drawing relies on a confident use of ink and wash, where the artist balances stark shadows with the negative space of the paper to define his features.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is frontal and immediate. Picabia captures his own likeness with a gaze that appears both weary and observant. The heavy application of ink around the eyes creates a sense of depth, while the simplified lines of the jacket and tie suggest a focus on the psychological presence of the subject rather than sartorial detail. The work reflects the artist's ability to shift between styles, moving away from the mechanical imagery of his earlier Dadaist works toward a more personal, figurative mode of expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a figure, Picabia was notoriously restless, constantly rejecting established artistic norms. This portrait provides a glimpse into the man behind the provocateur. The economy of line and the deliberate use of light and shadow demonstrate his technical proficiency, even when he chose to subvert traditional academic expectations. The piece is a study in character, capturing the artist at a moment of introspection. It remains a compelling example of his draughtsmanship, showing how he could distil a complex personality into a few precise strokes. The work is presented here as a high-quality fine art print, preserving the texture of the original ink and the subtle tonal variations of the wash.\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\/echelonnement-desaxe-sophie-taeuber-arp\" 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;\"\u003eEchelonnement desaxe - Sophie Taeuber-Arp — Sophie Taeuber-Arp\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/the-kiss-max-ernst\" 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;\"\u003eThe Kiss - Max Ernst — Max Ernst\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Francis Picabia","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58888320450895,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58888365900111,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58888365932879,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Self-Portrait_Poster_CompositorV1_1790368487165.jpg?v=1790369671"},{"product_id":"meliboeus-francis-picabia","title":"Meliboeus - Francis Picabia","description":"\u003cp\u003eA surrealist portrait by Francis Picabia, featuring a layered, mask-like face obscured by delicate, calligraphic botanical and star-shaped motifs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeliboeus, painted by Francis Picabia during the early 1940s, belongs to a period of his career often categorised by its stylistic ambiguity. The work features a central, mask-like face rendered in warm, earthy ochres and browns, which contrasts against a dark, moody background. Overlaid upon this portrait are linear, calligraphic elements, including star-like bursts and botanical silhouettes that obscure the subject. A small, seated figure appears near the hands, adding a surreal, narrative layer to the composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePicabia, a figure associated with Dada and Surrealism, frequently shifted his approach to painting. In this work, he moves away from the mechanical precision of his earlier years, opting for a more painterly, layered technique. The transparency of the lines suggests a double exposure or a palimpsest, where multiple images occupy the same pictorial space. The title refers to a character from Virgil's Eclogues, a classical pastoral reference that sits in tension with the modern, fragmented execution of the subject.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe application of paint is varied, with areas of thin, translucent wash meeting denser, more opaque passages. The lines, which appear to be drawn directly into the wet or semi-dry paint, create a sense of depth that is not achieved through traditional perspective. Instead, the image relies on the interplay between the foreground markings and the recessed portrait. This piece reflects the artist's interest in the fluidity of identity and the rejection of a singular, fixed style. It is a work that invites close observation of its technical construction, as the viewer must navigate the layers of imagery to discern the primary subject. The resulting aesthetic is one of quiet, melancholic mystery, characteristic of Picabia's output during the Second World War.\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\/female-model-vilhelm-lundstrom-2\" 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;\"\u003eFemale Model - Vilhelm Lundstrøm — Vilhelm Lundstrøm\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/head-of-a-woman-amedeo-modigliani\" 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;\"\u003eHead of a Woman - Amedeo Modigliani — Amedeo Modigliani\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Francis Picabia","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58888327430479,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58888367931727,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58888367964495,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58888367997263,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58888368030031,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Meliboeus_Poster_CompositorV1_1790369036196.jpg?v=1790369765"},{"product_id":"moret-route-of-pres-francis-picabia","title":"Moret, Route of Pres - Francis Picabia","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn early Impressionist work by Francis Picabia, depicting a rural path in Moret-sur-Loing with textured brushwork and a naturalistic palette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work by Francis Picabia captures a rural path in Moret-sur-Loing, a location frequently visited by Impressionist painters during the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. Before his later involvement with Dada and avant-garde movements, Picabia produced a series of works that demonstrate his engagement with the techniques of Camille Pissarro and Alfred Sisley.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition follows a traditional perspective, leading the eye along a dirt track that curves towards the horizon. A solitary figure dressed in blue walks along the path, providing a sense of scale against the surrounding fields and trees. The sky occupies a significant portion of the canvas, rendered with short, broken brushstrokes that suggest moving clouds and shifting light conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePicabia employs a palette dominated by earthy ochres, deep greens, and cool blues. The application of paint is textured, with visible impasto used to define the rough surface of the road and the foliage of the trees. The bare branches of the trees suggest a late autumn or winter setting, adding a crisp quality to the atmosphere. This painting reflects the artist's early period, where he focused on the observation of light and the natural environment. It provides a clear view into the stylistic foundations that preceded his radical shift toward abstraction. The work remains a representative example of the Impressionist interest in capturing the transient qualities of the French countryside.\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\/village-in-spring-gustave-loiseau\" 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;\"\u003eVillage in Spring - Gustave Loiseau — Gustave Loiseau\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/the-road-to-louveciennes-montbuisson-alfred-sisley\" 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;\"\u003eThe Road to Louveciennes, Montbuisson - Alfred Sisley — Alfred Sisley\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Francis Picabia","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":59112897511759,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":59112938471759,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":59112938504527,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Moret-Route-of-Pres_Poster_CompositorV1_1791916645434.jpg?v=1791916728"},{"product_id":"the-eure-in-the-twilight-sun-francis-picabia","title":"The Eure in the Twilight Sun - Francis Picabia","description":"\u003cp\u003eA 1906 Impressionist oil painting by Francis Picabia, capturing the river Eure with broken brushstrokes and warm, golden twilight light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePainted in 1906, this work captures the river Eure through the lens of late Impressionism. Francis Picabia, before his later association with Dadaism and abstraction, produced a series of works that engaged with the techniques of Camille Pissarro and Alfred Sisley. The composition is structured around a large, vertical tree trunk in the foreground, which acts as a visual anchor against the horizontal flow of the river and the arched bridge in the distance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe application of paint is characterised by short, broken brushstrokes that fragment the light. Picabia uses a palette of greens, yellows, and earthy browns to convey the specific quality of twilight. The light appears to shimmer across the surface of the water and the foliage, creating a sense of movement. The bridge, rendered with softer edges, recedes into the background, while the small figure on the left bank provides a sense of scale to the scene.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis period of Picabia's career demonstrates his technical proficiency with light and colour theory. He focuses on the atmospheric conditions of the French countryside, prioritising the optical experience of the viewer over precise topographical detail. The work reflects the influence of the Neo-Impressionist interest in colour juxtaposition, though it maintains a more fluid, painterly quality than the strict pointillist approach. It is a study of how natural light alters the perception of form, with the golden hues of the sun filtering through the trees to create a unified, warm tone across the entire canvas. The scene remains grounded in the tradition of French plein air painting, documenting a quiet moment by the river with careful attention to the interplay between shadow and illumination.\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\/the-footbridge-at-argenteuil-alfred-sisley\" 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;\"\u003eThe Footbridge at Argenteuil - Alfred Sisley — Alfred Sisley\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/houses-on-the-achterzaan-claude-monet-1\" 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;\"\u003eHouses on the Achterzaan - Claude Monet — Claude Monet\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Francis Picabia","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":59113842540879,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":59115067539791,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":59115067572559,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":59115067605327,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":59115067638095,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":59115067670863,"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":59115067703631,"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":59115067736399,"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":59115067769167,"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":59115067801935,"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":59115067834703,"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":59115067867471,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/The-Eure-in-the-Twilight-Sun_Poster_CompositorV1_1791925104222.jpg?v=1791925296"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.com\/collections\/francis-picabia.oembed?page=2","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}