{"title":"Man Ray","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"orquesta-sinfonica-man-ray","title":"Orquesta Sinfonica - Man Ray","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis abstract painting by Man Ray, titled 'Orquesta Sinfonica', captures the essence of a symphony through geometric shapes and bold colours. The dynamic composition reflects the artist's Dadaist and Surrealist influences.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMan Ray, born Emmanuel Radnitzky in Philadelphia, was a central figure in both the Dada and Surrealist movements. Although he is best known for his photography, he also produced significant work in painting, sculpture, film, and printmaking. His multidisciplinary approach challenged conventional artistic boundaries. He experimented with various techniques, often incorporating chance and unconventional materials into his work. His time in Paris exposed him to the avant-garde circles that shaped his artistic vision. 'Orquesta Sinfonica' exemplifies Man Ray's exploration of abstraction and his interest in translating sensory experiences into visual form. The painting features a composition of geometric shapes and lines in bold colours, including blues, reds, yellows, and greens, set against a dark background. These shapes intersect and overlap, creating a dynamic and rhythmic arrangement that evokes the feeling of a symphony. The use of clean lines and flat planes is characteristic of the artist's approach to abstraction, where he sought to reduce objects to their essential 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=\"\/en-nz\/products\/the-nightingales-song-at-midnight-and-the-morning-rain-joan-miro\" 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 Nightingale's Song at Midnight and the Morning Rain - Joan Miró — Joan Miró\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/tree-of-hope-remain-strong-frida-kahlo\" 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;\"\u003eTree of Hope, Remain Strong - Frida Kahlo — Frida Kahlo\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Man Ray","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":57455416541519,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":57455416607055,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":57455416705359,"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":57455416738127,"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":57455416803663,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":57455416836431,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":57455416869199,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":57455416934735,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":57455417000271,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/file_c91a9372-ef98-42e6-8785-d06344ffaa08.jpg?v=1777045800"},{"product_id":"self-portrait-man-ray-man-ray","title":"Self-Portrait (Man Ray) - Man Ray","description":"\u003cp\u003eA distorted, Cubist-influenced self-portrait by Man Ray, the painting presents the artist holding a camera, with a nude figure in the background. The work reflects the artist's involvement with Surrealism and his exploration of identity.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMan Ray, born Emmanuel Radnitzky in Philadelphia, was a central figure in both the Dada and Surrealist movements. He worked in a variety of media, but is perhaps best known for his photography. This 1941 self-portrait is an oil on canvas, and it presents a distorted, almost Cubist-influenced, depiction of the artist holding a camera. The painting is composed of simplified forms and a muted palette. Ray's face is elongated and angular, with a strong emphasis on geometric shapes. He is dressed in black, which contrasts with the lighter tones of his skin and the background. To the left, a nude figure stands in a white frame, possibly a reference to his photographic work and the objectification of the human form. The overall effect is one of introspection and a questioning of identity, typical of Surrealist art.\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=\"\/en-nz\/products\/the-nightingales-song-at-midnight-and-the-morning-rain-joan-miro\" 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 Nightingale's Song at Midnight and the Morning Rain - Joan Miró — Joan Miró\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/tree-of-hope-remain-strong-frida-kahlo\" 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;\"\u003eTree of Hope, Remain Strong - Frida Kahlo — Frida Kahlo\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Man Ray","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":57455420965199,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":57455421030735,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":57455421129039,"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":57455421161807,"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":57455421227343,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":57455421260111,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":57455421292879,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":57455421358415,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":57455421423951,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/file_abe8bb04-26cf-4f2f-9137-69a577f9a667.jpg?v=1777042265"},{"product_id":"le-beau-temps-man-ray","title":"Le Beau Temps - Man Ray","description":"\u003cp\u003eA dreamlike Surrealist composition by Man Ray, \"Le Beau Temps\" features geometric figures, bold colours, and an enigmatic atmosphere, inviting viewers into a world of mystery and imagination.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMan Ray's \"Le Beau Temps\" presents a dreamlike composition characteristic of Surrealism. The painting features a fragmented, geometric figure standing beside a door, with a bizarre, conical structure to the right. In the background, a fantastical creature lurks amid architectural forms, adding to the scene's enigmatic atmosphere. The colour palette is bold, with contrasting reds, greens, blues, and yellows, further enhancing the painting's surreal quality. The figure on the left is constructed from checkerboard patterns and simple geometric shapes, giving it an almost robotic appearance. The open door offers a glimpse into an ambiguous space, inviting speculation about what lies beyond. The overall effect is one of disorientation and mystery, typical of Surrealist art, which sought to explore the subconscious mind and challenge conventional perceptions of reality. Man Ray's work often combined photography and painting, pushing the boundaries of both mediums and contributing significantly to the development of modern art.\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=\"\/en-nz\/products\/the-nightingales-song-at-midnight-and-the-morning-rain-joan-miro\" 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 Nightingale's Song at Midnight and the Morning Rain - Joan Miró — Joan Miró\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/congress-of-peoples-for-peace-frida-kahlo\" 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;\"\u003eCongress of Peoples for Peace - Frida Kahlo — Frida Kahlo\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Man Ray","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57471140036943,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57471150915919,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57471150948687,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":57471151046991,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":57471151079759,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":57471151112527,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":57471151145295,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":57471151178063,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":57471151210831,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":57471151243599,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":57471151276367,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/file_2c77e758-e0b4-46d6-988a-bb80eca9d8a9.jpg?v=1777263500"},{"product_id":"still-life-with-red-tea-kettle-man-ray","title":"Still Life with Red Tea Kettle - Man Ray","description":"\u003cp\u003eA still life by Man Ray featuring a red tea kettle, bowl, and cup, set against a muted background. The painting exemplifies the artist's Dadaist approach to form and representation.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMan Ray, born Emmanuel Radnitzky in Philadelphia, was a central figure in both the Dada and Surrealist movements. Though he is best known for his photography, he was also a painter, sculptor, and filmmaker. His still life paintings often explored the interplay between objects and their symbolic meanings, pushing the boundaries of traditional representation. 'Still Life with Red Tea Kettle' presents a composition of domestic objects rendered in a simplified, almost abstracted style. A tall, red tea kettle dominates the scene, its elongated spout and rounded body drawing the eye. Beside it, a square bowl with a reflective interior sits alongside a small, cylindrical cup. The background is a study in muted greys and blacks, providing a stark contrast to the red kettle. The brushwork is visible, adding a tactile quality to the painting. The objects are not depicted with photographic accuracy, but rather with an emphasis on their essential forms and the relationships between them. This approach aligns with the Dadaist rejection of traditional artistic conventions, favouring instead experimentation and a questioning of established norms.\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=\"\/en-nz\/products\/the-nightingales-song-at-midnight-and-the-morning-rain-joan-miro\" 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 Nightingale's Song at Midnight and the Morning Rain - Joan Miró — Joan Miró\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/congress-of-peoples-for-peace-frida-kahlo\" 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;\"\u003eCongress of Peoples for Peace - Frida Kahlo — Frida Kahlo\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Man Ray","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":57471153701199,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":57471153766735,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":57471153865039,"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":57471153897807,"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":57471153963343,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":57471153996111,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":57471154028879,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":57471154094415,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":57471154159951,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/file_239469db-d984-4dde-a7f4-44ae9c153b1e.jpg?v=1777159975"},{"product_id":"the-hill-man-ray","title":"The Hill - Man Ray","description":"\u003cp\u003ePainted in 1913, 'The Hill' by Man Ray is an early modernist oil painting depicting a snow-covered hillside with buildings and bare trees, rendered in a simplified style with expressive brushwork.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMan Ray, born Emmanuel Radnitzky in Philadelphia, was a significant contributor to both the Dada and Surrealist movements. Although best known for his avant-garde photography, he also produced paintings, sculpture, films, and graphic art. His work often challenged conventional artistic boundaries, exploring themes of abstraction, chance, and the subconscious. 'The Hill', painted in 1913, demonstrates Man Ray's early exploration of modernist styles. The painting depicts a snow-covered hillside dotted with buildings and bare trees. The palette is restrained, dominated by browns, whites, and blacks, with touches of red. The brushwork is loose and expressive, creating a sense of movement and atmosphere. The composition is somewhat simplified, with forms reduced to their essential shapes. The painting shows the influence of early modernism and hints at the artist's later embrace of abstraction and experimentation.\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=\"\/en-nz\/products\/the-nightingales-song-at-midnight-and-the-morning-rain-joan-miro\" 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 Nightingale's Song at Midnight and the Morning Rain - Joan Miró — Joan Miró\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/congress-of-peoples-for-peace-frida-kahlo\" 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;\"\u003eCongress of Peoples for Peace - Frida Kahlo — Frida Kahlo\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Man Ray","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":57471159468367,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":57471159533903,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":57471159632207,"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":57471159664975,"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":57471159730511,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":57471159763279,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":57471159796047,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":57471159861583,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":57471159927119,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/file_bb10510d-a58a-4703-bdb1-c4e406a776fe.jpg?v=1777266259"},{"product_id":"shakespearean-equation-king-lear-man-ray","title":"Shakespearean Equation: King Lear - Man Ray","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis abstract painting by Man Ray, titled 'Shakespearean Equation: King Lear', features geometric forms in muted tones. The work is framed by a wooden rectangle and ring, adding depth to the composition.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMan Ray, born Emmanuel Radnitzky, was a significant contributor to both the Dada and Surrealist movements. Although he is best known for his photography, he was also a painter, sculptor, and filmmaker. His work often explored themes of abstraction, the subconscious, and the absurd, challenging conventional artistic boundaries. He spent much of his career in Paris and was a central figure in the city's avant-garde art scene. 'Shakespearean Equation: King Lear' is an oil on canvas painting from 1948. The work presents a series of geometric forms arranged in a composition that evokes a sense of symbolic representation. Cones, planes, and curved shapes intersect and overlap, creating a dynamic interplay of light and shadow. The colour palette is muted, dominated by shades of beige, grey, and brown, which adds to the work's enigmatic quality. The painting is framed by a dark wooden rectangle, which is in turn encircled by a larger wooden ring, creating a layered visual effect. The title suggests a connection to Shakespeare's play, hinting at themes of tragedy, madness, and human relationships, translated into an abstract visual language.\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=\"\/en-nz\/products\/the-nightingales-song-at-midnight-and-the-morning-rain-joan-miro\" 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 Nightingale's Song at Midnight and the Morning Rain - Joan Miró — Joan Miró\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/congress-of-peoples-for-peace-frida-kahlo\" 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;\"\u003eCongress of Peoples for Peace - Frida Kahlo — Frida Kahlo\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Man Ray","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57471158944079,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57471177326927,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57471177359695,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":57471177457999,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":57471177490767,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":57471177523535,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":57471177556303,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":57471177589071,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":57471177621839,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":57471177654607,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":57471177687375,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/file_b77e19cf-36ce-47a1-a78b-abbc7676a55e.jpg?v=1777246618"},{"product_id":"a-night-at-saint-jean-man-ray","title":"A Night at Saint Jean - Man Ray","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis abstract oil painting by Man Ray depicts a diagrammatic figure against a stark background, divided into sections filled with meandering lines. The work evokes a sense of alienation and fragmented identity, characteristic of Surrealism.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMan Ray, born Emmanuel Radnitzky in Philadelphia, was a central figure in both the Dada and Surrealist movements. He worked in a variety of media, including painting, photography, and film. His experimental approach and rejection of traditional artistic conventions made him a significant influence on 20th-century art. He spent much of his career in Paris. 'A Night at Saint Jean' presents a simplified, almost diagrammatic figure set against a stark background. The figure, rendered in outline, is divided into sections, each filled with differently coloured, meandering lines. The upper torso features red lines, the midsection brown, and the legs green. This internal mapping contrasts with the external form, which is rigidly geometric. The background consists of a dark sky above a grey, horizontally striated area, perhaps representing water or land. A dark triangular shape rises from the bottom centre, framing the figure and leading the eye upward. The overall effect is unsettling, evoking a sense of alienation and the fragmented nature of 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=\"\/en-nz\/products\/the-nightingales-song-at-midnight-and-the-morning-rain-joan-miro\" 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 Nightingale's Song at Midnight and the Morning Rain - Joan Miró — Joan Miró\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/congress-of-peoples-for-peace-frida-kahlo\" 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;\"\u003eCongress of Peoples for Peace - Frida Kahlo — Frida Kahlo\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Man Ray","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":57471182766415,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":57471182831951,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":57471182930255,"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":57471182963023,"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":57471183028559,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":57471183061327,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":57471183094095,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":57471183159631,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":57471183225167,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/file_f6d658c6-5793-4e94-9b97-cf439273b992.jpg?v=1776299294"},{"product_id":"optical-hopes-and-illusions-man-ray","title":"Optical Hopes and Illusions - Man Ray","description":"\u003cp\u003e\"Optical Hopes and Illusions\" by Man Ray, painted in 1918, combines a decorative vase, cyclists, and architectural elements in a surreal, monochromatic composition. This work exemplifies Man Ray's Dada and Surrealist explorations of perception and the subconscious.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMan Ray's \"Optical Hopes and Illusions\", created in 1918, presents a composition that blends architectural elements with a sense of motion and surreal juxtaposition. The painting features a decorative vase-like structure in the foreground, its ornate details rendered in monochrome. Behind this, a group of cyclists are depicted in a simplified, almost schematic style, creating a sense of movement across the canvas. In the background, a building or fortress is visible, adding a layer of depth and spatial complexity to the scene. Man Ray, born Emmanuel Radnitzky, was a significant contributor to both the Dada and Surrealist movements. His work often explored themes of identity, perception, and the subconscious, using a variety of media including painting, photography, and film. \"Optical Hopes and Illusions\" reflects his interest in challenging conventional perspectives and creating dreamlike imagery. The painting's monochromatic palette and simplified forms contribute to its enigmatic and somewhat unsettling atmosphere. The juxtaposition of the static vase and the dynamic cyclists creates a visual tension, inviting the viewer to contemplate the relationship between these disparate elements.\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=\"\/en-nz\/products\/tree-of-hope-remain-strong-frida-kahlo\" 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;\"\u003eTree of Hope, Remain Strong - Frida Kahlo — Frida Kahlo\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/the-nightingales-song-at-midnight-and-the-morning-rain-joan-miro\" 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 Nightingale's Song at Midnight and the Morning Rain - Joan Miró — Joan Miró\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Man Ray","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":57472324698447,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":57472324763983,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":57472324862287,"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":57472324895055,"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":57472324960591,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":57472324993359,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":57472325026127,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":57472325091663,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":57472325157199,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/file_8498b266-dbae-48a2-b9f6-1b7f7eb677dc.jpg?v=1777040012"},{"product_id":"jazz-man-ray","title":"Jazz - Man Ray","description":"\u003cp\u003eA 1919 abstract composition by Man Ray, created using airbrush techniques to explore rhythmic forms and musical improvisation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eMan Ray produced this work in 1919, a period during which he experimented with the airbrush as a tool for artistic creation. By utilising an industrial tool typically reserved for commercial retouching, he removed the physical trace of the artist's hand from the surface. This approach aligned with the anti-traditional ethos of the Dada movement, which sought to dismantle established notions of fine art production.\n\nThe composition is an exercise in geometric abstraction. It features a series of floating, translucent forms that suggest musical instruments or rhythmic movement without explicitly depicting them. The use of the airbrush allows for soft, atmospheric gradients that contrast with the sharp, linear elements. These lines, which resemble the strings of a guitar or the neck of a brass instrument, provide a structural anchor to the otherwise ethereal arrangement of colour. The palette is restrained, relying on primary tones of yellow, blue, and orange, which are softened by the hazy application of the pigment.\n\nThis piece reflects the artist's interest in the intersection of mechanical reproduction and personal expression. By choosing a title that references jazz, Man Ray draws a parallel between the improvisational nature of the musical genre and the fluid, non-representational forms on the paper. The work avoids rigid structure, opting instead for a sense of balance that feels spontaneous. It is a clear example of the artist's early efforts to integrate modern technology into his practice, moving away from the constraints of traditional painting techniques. The result is a composition that feels both precise and dreamlike, capturing the energy of the era through a lens of technical innovation.\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=\"\/en-nz\/products\/the-return-of-the-flame-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 Return of the Flame - René Magritte — René Magritte\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/congress-of-peoples-for-peace-frida-kahlo\" 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;\"\u003eCongress of Peoples for Peace - Frida Kahlo — Frida Kahlo\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Man Ray","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58233629245775,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58233629311311,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58233629344079,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58233629442383,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58233629475151,"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":58233629507919,"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":58233629573455,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58233629606223,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58233629638991,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58233629671759,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58233629737295,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58233629770063,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58233629835599,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58233629868367,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ XS Canvas (20x30cm) \/ -","offer_id":58233630392655,"sku":null,"price":30.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ Small Canvas (30x40cm) \/ -","offer_id":58233630425423,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58233630490959,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Jazz_Poster_CompositorV1_1782700806094.jpg?v=1782700935"},{"product_id":"as-you-like-it-man-ray","title":"As You Like It - Man Ray","description":"\u003cp\u003eA 1948 Surrealist oil painting by Man Ray featuring a suspended, gradient-toned orb framed by a painted geometric border.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eAs You Like It, painted by Man Ray in 1948, occupies a distinct space within the artist's later body of work. While Man Ray is widely recognised for his contributions to photography and the Dada movement, his painting practice remained a constant pursuit throughout his career. This piece features a singular, suspended orb against a nebulous, atmospheric background. The sphere transitions from a lighter, ethereal tone at its apex to a deep, opaque darkness at its base, suggesting a celestial body or a metaphysical object detached from any specific environment.\n\nThe composition is notable for its integration of a painted frame, which creates a trompe l'oeil effect. The frame itself is rendered with geometric precision, featuring alternating triangular and rectangular segments in muted ochre and brown tones. This structural element acts as a threshold, separating the viewer from the ambiguous, dreamlike interior of the canvas. By incorporating the frame into the work, Man Ray questions the boundary between the object and its presentation, a recurring theme in his conceptual approach to art.\n\nVisually, the work relies on a restrained palette and soft, blended brushwork to achieve the gradient within the sphere. The contrast between the rigid, architectural frame and the organic, floating form of the orb creates a tension typical of Surrealist inquiry. The title, a reference to Shakespeare, adds a layer of linguistic play, inviting the viewer to interpret the floating form according to their own perspective. The painting reflects the artist's move away from the aggressive disruption of his earlier Dada years toward a more contemplative, symbolic mode of expression during his time in Hollywood. 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Before he became associated with the Dada and Surrealist movements in Paris, Ray experimented with the visual language of European modernism. This painting reflects his engagement with the fractured forms and rhythmic energy characteristic of the period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition avoids traditional representation. Instead, it relies on a series of interlocking, curved shapes that suggest organic movement. The application of paint is energetic, with visible brushwork that builds a sense of depth through overlapping planes. The palette is composed of high-contrast tones, including deep blues, ochres, and flashes of red, which create a sense of internal tension within the frame.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike his later photographic works, this painting demonstrates an interest in the physical properties of pigment and the construction of space through colour. The forms appear to push against one another, creating a dynamic surface that resists a singular reading. It is a study in how colour and line can function independently of a specific subject, marking a period of transition in Ray's career as he moved away from traditional academic training toward a more experimental approach to visual art. 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The composition features a glass object, often interpreted as a tear or a bulbous vessel, isolated against a neutral background. The lighting creates a sharp, elongated shadow, which provides a sense of volume and physical presence to the otherwise ethereal subject. Man Ray utilised the camera to transform mundane objects into uncanny forms, a practice central to the Surrealist objective of subverting rational perception.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe object itself possesses a smooth, reflective surface that captures light in a way that suggests both fragility and permanence. By removing the context of the object, the artist forces the viewer to confront the form in isolation. This technique, known as decontextualisation, allows the viewer to project personal meaning onto the subject. The stark contrast between the light and shadow emphasises the sculptural quality of the glass, turning a simple item into a mysterious, dreamlike entity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMan Ray was a central figure in the Dada and Surrealist movements in Paris. His work often explored the boundaries between reality and the subconscious. This particular photograph is part of a broader exploration of light, shadow, and the manipulation of photographic processes. The print demonstrates his technical precision and his ability to find aesthetic potential in everyday materials. It remains a clear example of how photography was used as a tool for artistic experimentation during the early twentieth century, moving beyond mere documentation to become a medium for psychological and visual exploration.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Man Ray","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58479783575887,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58479783641423,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58479783739727,"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":58479783772495,"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":58479783838031,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Untitled-Glass-Tear-_Poster_CompositorV1_1786342684946.jpg?v=1786761749"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.com\/en-nz\/collections\/man-ray.oembed","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}