{"title":"Strange series - Marian Williams","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"marian-williams-strange-broom","title":"Vreemde bezem","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMixed media composition with a transfer collage based on the paper collage 'Strange Composition with Broom' from July 2024.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrom the 'Strange Compositions' triptych in which a dreamy girl from vintage postcards features in a surreal environment where elements have been torn away from their usual surroundings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMixed media composition on 120 x 120 cm canvas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePaper transfer and oil paint.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1373\" data-end=\"1448\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSigned and delivered with a certificate of authenticity.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1373\" data-end=\"1448\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1373\" data-end=\"1448\"\u003eQuestions about this painting? Feel free to \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wallsharks.com\/pages\/contact\" title=\"wallsharks\"\u003econtact\u003c\/a\u003e us.\u003cbr\u003eColors of the original may differ slightly from the photos.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eView the complete Marian Williams collection and her bio \u003ca title=\"Marian Williams\" href=\"https:\/\/wallsharks.com\/collections\/marian-williams\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wallsharks","offers":[{"title":"120x120x4 cm","offer_id":53201070326091,"sku":null,"price":3399.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0811\/5916\/0139\/files\/strange_bloom.png?v=1755450363"},{"product_id":"marian-williams-strange-fish","title":"Strange Fish","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"457\" data-start=\"100\"\u003eThis work masterfully brings together contradictory elements to captivate the viewer. In a color palette of blues and browns, a figure appears with its head replaced by that of a fish, an intriguing metamorphosis that is both alienating and fascinating. The outstretched arms suggest a precarious yet harmonious balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"944\" data-start=\"459\"\u003eAbove, a fish with human legs floats horizontally, defying gravity, which creates a surprising symmetry. In the foreground, a glass bottle with a narrow neck introduces a subtle contrast between artificiality and naturalness. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"944\" data-start=\"459\"\u003eThe checkered texture in the background is reminiscent of old wallpaper, evoking a nostalgic and slightly absurdist atmosphere. The artist plays here with themes of transformation and the absurd, a clear ode to surrealism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"993\" data-start=\"946\"\u003eMixed media on canvas, 120 x 120 cm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1373\" data-end=\"1448\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSigned and provided with a certificate of authenticity.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1373\" data-end=\"1448\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1373\" data-end=\"1448\"\u003eQuestions about this painting? Please feel free to \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wallsharks.com\/pages\/contact\" title=\"wallsharks\"\u003econtact\u003c\/a\u003e us.\nColors of the original may differ slightly from the photos.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eView the full Marian Williams collection and her bio \u003ca title=\"Marian Williams\" href=\"https:\/\/wallsharks.com\/collections\/marian-williams\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wallsharks","offers":[{"title":"120x120x4 cm","offer_id":53200986702155,"sku":null,"price":3399.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0811\/5916\/0139\/files\/Ontwerp_zonder_titel_9.png?v=1755540539"},{"product_id":"marian-williams-strange-fisch2","title":"Strange Fish 2","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"166\" data-start=\"149\"\u003eFrance, 2024\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"327\" data-start=\"168\"\u003eMixed media with a transfer collage, based on the paper collage \u003cem data-end=\"255\" data-start=\"244\"\u003eEtrange 2\u003c\/em\u003e. This \"four-handed\" work was created in collaboration with Louis Brousse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"905\" data-start=\"329\"\u003eThis surrealist collage unites the organic with the unusual. Against a background of soft pastel shades of blue and orange stand two silhouettes. On the left, a bottle with a colorful fish head, evoking playful surrealism. On the right, an anthropomorphic figure with a striking mix: a semi-human body adorned with fin-like patterns and a stylized head with a bright yellow eye. The combination of marine and industrial elements creates a dynamic tension, while the blurred red and blue tones in the background enhance a dreamy atmosphere.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1045\" data-start=\"907\"\u003eThe power of this work lies in the bold fusion of forms, which presents a poetic and slightly unsettling vision of the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"946\" data-end=\"993\"\u003eMixed media on canvas, 120 x 120 x 4 cm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1373\" data-end=\"1448\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSigned and delivered with a certificate of authenticity.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1373\" data-end=\"1448\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1373\" data-end=\"1448\"\u003eQuestions about this painting? Feel free to \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wallsharks.com\/pages\/contact\" title=\"wallsharks\"\u003econtact\u003c\/a\u003e us.\u003cbr\u003eColors of the original may vary slightly from the photos.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eView the full Marian Williams collection and her bio \u003ca title=\"Marian Williams\" href=\"https:\/\/wallsharks.com\/collections\/marian-williams\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wallsharks","offers":[{"title":"120x120x4 cm","offer_id":53200982737227,"sku":null,"price":3399.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0811\/5916\/0139\/files\/strange_fish_2.png?v=1755450206"},{"product_id":"marian-williams-peacock-on-pink","title":"Pauw op roze","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"251\" data-start=\"130\"\u003eMixed media with a transfer collage, based on the paper collage \u003cem data-end=\"230\" data-start=\"206\"\u003eEgghead or Featherhead.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"940\" data-start=\"253\"\u003eThis work unites tradition and surrealism. In the background, a classic portrait of a woman in a blue satin gown with fine lace evokes the elegance of the 18th century. At the same time, the artist subverts expectations by replacing the face with a vibrant peacock feather. \u003cbr\u003eThis creates a striking contrast between familiarity and the uncanny. The feather symbolizes beauty, vanity, and transformation. \u003cbr\u003eThe soft pink background emphasizes the central figure and adds an enigmatic softness. The blend of classical and modern stylistic elements gives the work an irresistible visual and conceptual power that both captivates and unsettles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"940\" data-start=\"253\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"993\" data-start=\"946\"\u003eMixed media of acrylic paint, paper transfer, and oil paint on canvas measuring 89 x 116 x 2 cm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1373\" data-end=\"1448\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSigned and delivered with a certificate of authenticity.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1373\" data-end=\"1448\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1373\" data-end=\"1448\"\u003eQuestions about this painting? Please feel free to \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wallsharks.com\/pages\/contact\" title=\"wallsharks\"\u003econtact\u003c\/a\u003e us.\u003cbr\u003eColors of the original may differ slightly from the photos.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eView the complete Marian Williams collection and her bio \u003ca title=\"Marian Williams\" href=\"https:\/\/wallsharks.com\/collections\/marian-williams\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wallsharks","offers":[{"title":"89x116x2 cm","offer_id":53157547835723,"sku":null,"price":3399.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0811\/5916\/0139\/files\/IMG_0709.jpg?v=1754936470"},{"product_id":"marian-williams-stranger","title":"Stranger","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"219\" data-start=\"118\"\u003eMixed media with transfer collage, based on the paper collage \u003cem data-end=\"207\" data-start=\"190\"\u003eComing in Peace\u003c\/em\u003e from 2016.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"777\" data-start=\"221\"\u003eThis intriguing work shows a figure in a retro-futuristic silver jumpsuit, whose dynamic pose radiates movement and resistance. \u003cbr\u003eThe head is replaced by a colorful disk, in which a pineapple motif and a red eye merge, symbolizing a captivating mix of nature and futuristic abstraction. \u003cbr\u003eThe vibrant green background enhances the contrast with the bright elements of the figure. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"777\" data-start=\"221\"\u003eThis avant-garde artwork draws attention with its boldness and originality, taking the viewer into a strange and fascinating world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"864\" data-start=\"779\"\u003eMixed media on canvas measuring 89 x 116 x 2 cm, acrylic paint, paper transfer, and oil paint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1373\" data-end=\"1448\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSigned and delivered with a certificate of authenticity.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1373\" data-end=\"1448\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1373\" data-end=\"1448\"\u003eQuestions about this painting? Please feel free to \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wallsharks.com\/pages\/contact\" title=\"wallsharks\"\u003econtact\u003c\/a\u003e us.\u003cbr\u003eColors of the original may vary slightly from the photos.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eView the full Marian Williams collection and her bio \u003ca title=\"Marian Williams\" href=\"https:\/\/wallsharks.com\/collections\/marian-williams\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wallsharks","offers":[{"title":"89x116x2 cm","offer_id":53157662359883,"sku":null,"price":3399.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0811\/5916\/0139\/files\/Stranger.png?v=1755450143"},{"product_id":"marian-williams-the-parfait-au-cafe","title":"The coffee parfait","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"118\" data-end=\"219\"\u003eThis intriguing work shows the silhouette of a man in a dark coat, in which surreal elements and modern collage come together. \u003cbr\u003eInstead of a face, a cone-shaped dessert, ‘Le Parfait au Café’, sits on a plate, giving the image an absurd and poetic dimension. \u003cbr\u003eA scarf with natural motifs wraps around his neck and adds a dynamic, colorful touch that contrasts harmoniously with the serene blue background. \u003cbr\u003eThis surprising composition breaks with artistic conventions and encourages the viewer to reflect on identity and perception.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"118\" data-end=\"219\"\u003eThe bold use of everyday objects emphasizes the artist’s creativity and conceptual depth. The result is a powerful visual statement that combines humor and reflection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"779\" data-end=\"864\"\u003eMixed media on canvas measuring 89 x 116 x 2 cm, acrylic paint, paper transfer, and oil paint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1373\" data-end=\"1448\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSigned and delivered with a certificate of authenticity.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1373\" data-end=\"1448\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1373\" data-end=\"1448\"\u003eQuestions about this painting? Please feel free to \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wallsharks.com\/pages\/contact\" title=\"wallsharks\"\u003econtact\u003c\/a\u003e us.\u003cbr\u003eColors of the original may differ slightly from the photos.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eView the complete Marian Williams collection and her bio \u003ca title=\"Marian Williams\" href=\"https:\/\/wallsharks.com\/collections\/marian-williams\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wallsharks","offers":[{"title":"89x116x2 cm","offer_id":53157780980043,"sku":null,"price":3399.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0811\/5916\/0139\/files\/Ontwerp_zonder_titel_4.png?v=1755450113"},{"product_id":"marian-williams-strange-mermaid-in-blue","title":"Vreemde zeemeermin in het blauw","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"732\" data-start=\"211\"\u003eThis work juxtaposes human and maritime elements, creating a fascinating hybrid figure. \u003cbr\u003eAgainst an azure background stands the silhouette of a woman, whose upper body has been replaced by a vibrant fish with multicolored hues reminiscent of an underwater rainbow. \u003cbr\u003eHer slender legs form a striking contrast to the dreamlike strangeness of her transformation. The textures of the body provide visual depth, while the side fins suggest fluidity and movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1136\" data-start=\"734\"\u003eThis artistic fusion challenges the boundaries between species and explores themes of duality and cultural blending. The work invites reflection on identity and nature, harmoniously combining beauty with the strange. \u003cbr\u003eA true ode to originality and creativity, which takes the viewer into a surreal universe and invites them to rethink form and function.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1223\" data-start=\"1138\"\u003eMixed media on 89 x 116 x 2 cm canvas, acrylic paint, paper transfer, and oil paint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1373\" data-end=\"1448\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSigned and supplied with a certificate of authenticity.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1373\" data-end=\"1448\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1373\" data-end=\"1448\"\u003eQuestions about this painting? Feel free to \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wallsharks.com\/pages\/contact\" title=\"wallsharks\"\u003econtact\u003c\/a\u003e us.\u003cbr\u003eColors of the original may differ slightly from the photos.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eView the full Marian Williams collection and her bio \u003ca title=\"Marian Williams\" href=\"https:\/\/wallsharks.com\/collections\/marian-williams\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wallsharks","offers":[{"title":"89x116x2 cm","offer_id":53157920768331,"sku":null,"price":3399.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0811\/5916\/0139\/files\/Ontwerp_zonder_titel_15.png?v=1755540482"},{"product_id":"marian-williams-strange-mermaid-in-yellow","title":"Vreemde zeemeermin in het geel","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"263\" data-end=\"908\"\u003eThis mixed media composition effortlessly blends the human body with the marine world. It features an anthropomorphic figure formed by a pink fish, where the legs, clad in blue stockings and heels, overlap seamlessly. \u003cbr\u003eThe color palette plays with soft, vibrant tones, accentuating the strangeness of the juxtaposition. \u003cbr\u003eThe solid background highlights the central figure and invites the viewer to explore the symbolism of this metamorphosis. The work questions our perception of identity and transformation, while evoking themes of femininity and nature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"263\" data-end=\"908\"\u003eA fascinating masterpiece that remains both mysterious and provocative.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"910\" data-end=\"1002\"\u003eMixed media composition on 89 x 116 cm canvas.\u003cbr data-start=\"956\" data-end=\"959\"\u003eAcrylic paint, paper transfer, and oil paint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1373\" data-end=\"1448\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSigned and delivered with a certificate of authenticity.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1373\" data-end=\"1448\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1373\" data-end=\"1448\"\u003eQuestions about this painting? Feel free to \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wallsharks.com\/pages\/contact\" title=\"wallsharks\"\u003econtact\u003c\/a\u003e us.\u003cbr\u003eColors of the original may differ slightly from the photos.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eView the complete Marian Williams collection and her bio \u003ca title=\"Marian Williams\" href=\"https:\/\/wallsharks.com\/collections\/marian-williams\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wallsharks","offers":[{"title":"89x116x2 cm","offer_id":53158041747787,"sku":null,"price":3399.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0811\/5916\/0139\/files\/Ontwerp_zonder_titel_12.png?v=1755540416"},{"product_id":"marian-williams-sleeping-beauty","title":"Doornroosje","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"153\" data-end=\"274\"\u003eInspired by the fairy tale by the Brothers Grimm, this portrait depicts Rosamund in \u003cem data-start=\"244\" data-end=\"257\"\u003eDornröschen\u003c\/em\u003e (Sleeping Beauty).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"276\" data-end=\"373\"\u003eSleeping Beauty sleeps for a hundred years surrounded by a rosebush that forms a thick, thorny wall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"375\" data-end=\"620\"\u003eIn the background, we see a green forest that transitions semi-transparently into the portrait. Sleeping Beauty and the forest form a unity, pierced by a giant rose stem. The rose stem and a red rose petal cover the woman’s face.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"622\" data-end=\"734\"\u003eThe original portrait of dancer Estelle Reed was taken by the Dutch photographer Paul Citroen in 1931.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"736\" data-end=\"861\"\u003eThe rose stem and the rose petal are vintage images from a French edition of the magazine \u003cem data-start=\"830\" data-end=\"841\"\u003eRealities\u003c\/em\u003e from the 1970s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"863\" data-end=\"1034\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"863\" data-end=\"880\"\u003eSleeping Beauty\u003c\/em\u003e is a mixed media composition on canvas featuring transfer collage, paper collage, and oil paint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1448\" data-start=\"1373\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSigned and supplied with a certificate of authenticity.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1448\" data-start=\"1373\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1448\" data-start=\"1373\"\u003eQuestions about this painting? Please feel free to \u003ca title=\"wallsharks\" href=\"https:\/\/wallsharks.com\/pages\/contact\"\u003econtact\u003c\/a\u003e us.\u003cbr\u003eColors of the original may vary slightly from the photos.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eView the full Marian Williams collection and her bio \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wallsharks.com\/collections\/marian-williams\" title=\"Marian Williams\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wallsharks","offers":[{"title":"97x130x2 cm","offer_id":53158270140747,"sku":null,"price":3999.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0811\/5916\/0139\/files\/Girl_with_flowers.png?v=1755449963"},{"product_id":"marian-williams-lost-forest","title":"Lost forest","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"239\" data-end=\"544\"\u003eLost Forest consists of paper collages that tell the story of children and the world they will inherit. \u003cbr\u003eThe background images are from \u003cem data-start=\"395\" data-end=\"414\"\u003eReflets de France\u003c\/em\u003e, Raymond Schall edition, Paris, 1950, and the portrait photo by Bishin Jumonji is from a 1980s issue of Zoom magazine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"546\" data-end=\"808\"\u003eIn this work, the dark forest envelops and conceals the child, who almost merges with their surroundings. The forest acts as both a source of danger and a shield of protection. The image tells the story of a child left behind in nature, left to survive there.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"810\" data-end=\"906\"\u003eMixed media composition on canvas 130 x 97 x 2 cm: transfer, paper collage, pastels, and oil paint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1448\" data-start=\"1373\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSigned and delivered with a certificate of authenticity.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1448\" data-start=\"1373\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1448\" data-start=\"1373\"\u003eQuestions about this painting? Please feel free to \u003ca title=\"wallsharks\" href=\"https:\/\/wallsharks.com\/pages\/contact\"\u003econtact\u003c\/a\u003e us.\u003cbr\u003eColors of the original may vary slightly from the photos.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eView the full Marian Williams collection and her bio \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wallsharks.com\/collections\/marian-williams\" title=\"Marian Williams\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wallsharks","offers":[{"title":"97x130x2 cm","offer_id":53165173244235,"sku":null,"price":3999.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0811\/5916\/0139\/files\/lost_forest.png?v=1755449934"},{"product_id":"lost-forest-kopie","title":"Middle Finger - Sold","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"55\" data-end=\"597\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"55\" data-end=\"73\"\u003eDigitus Medius\u003c\/strong\u003e is a surreal portrait of a naked woman against a blue background.\u003cbr data-start=\"151\" data-end=\"154\"\u003eHalf of the portrait shows her face with closed eyes. A hand covers, or reveals, the other half of the face, which is rendered in black and white with a stern gaze.\u003cbr data-start=\"332\" data-end=\"335\"\u003eThe folded hands have metal claw nails. \u003cbr\u003eThe middle finger of the left hand is extended and points upward.\u003cbr data-start=\"444\" data-end=\"447\"\u003eThe face and body, powerful and weathered, are semi-transparent and show several juxtaposed layers: bones, skin, and tattoos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"599\" data-end=\"828\"\u003eThe composition is a mix of paint, transfers, and collage.\u003cbr data-start=\"655\" data-end=\"658\"\u003eThe transferred images, the tattoos, are from vintage magazines.\u003cbr data-start=\"730\" data-end=\"733\"\u003eThe face is a paper collage; an authentic illustration from a vintage magazine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"830\" data-end=\"887\"\u003eMixed media composition on canvas measuring 89 x 116 x 2 cm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1448\" data-start=\"1373\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSigned and delivered with a certificate of authenticity.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1448\" data-start=\"1373\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1448\" data-start=\"1373\"\u003eQuestions about this painting? Feel free to \u003ca title=\"wallsharks\" href=\"https:\/\/wallsharks.com\/pages\/contact\"\u003econtact\u003c\/a\u003e us.\u003cbr\u003eColors of the original may vary slightly from the photos.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eView the complete Marian Williams collection and her bio \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wallsharks.com\/collections\/marian-williams\" title=\"Marian Williams\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wallsharks","offers":[{"title":"89x116x2 cm","offer_id":53165273743691,"sku":null,"price":3699.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0811\/5916\/0139\/files\/digitus_medius.png?v=1755449892"},{"product_id":"marian-williams-lets-face-it-or-not-1","title":"Laten we eerlijk zijn... Of niet 1","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"1164\" data-start=\"118\"\u003eThis artwork stands out for its originality and boldness. Against a sky-blue background, five mysterious figures emerge in an undefined space, covering their eyes and instantly creating a surreal atmosphere. \u003cbr\u003eThe face of each figure is captured in a distinct abstraction, in which patterns of red and white dots appear to cover the head or face. \u003cbr\u003eThese patterns evoke a sense of stoicism and uniformity, while radiating a hypnotic vibration. The most striking element is undoubtedly the bright red mouth of each figure. \u003cbr\u003eOpen and expressive, they seem frozen in a silent cry or exclamation, adding a powerful and unsettling emotional dimension to the work. This color contrast reinforces the feeling of strangeness and anxiety, and calls forth a silent but eloquent narrative. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1164\" data-start=\"118\"\u003eThe work invites both questions and contemplation, and challenges our perception of the collective and the individual, the visible and the invisible, while exploring themes such as mask and identity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"830\" data-end=\"887\"\u003eMixed media composition on canvas measuring 120 x 120 x 2 cm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1373\" data-end=\"1448\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSigned and delivered with a certificate of authenticity.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1373\" data-end=\"1448\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1448\" data-start=\"1373\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSigned and delivered with a certificate of authenticity.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1448\" data-start=\"1373\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1448\" data-start=\"1373\"\u003eQuestions about this painting? Feel free to \u003ca title=\"wallsharks\" href=\"https:\/\/wallsharks.com\/pages\/contact\"\u003econtact\u003c\/a\u003e us.\u003cbr\u003eColors of the original may differ slightly from the photos.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eView the complete Marian Williams collection and her bio \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wallsharks.com\/collections\/marian-williams\" title=\"Marian Williams\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wallsharks","offers":[{"title":"120x120x2 cm","offer_id":53165486080331,"sku":null,"price":3399.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0811\/5916\/0139\/files\/lets_face_it_1.png?v=1755449863"},{"product_id":"marian-williams-lets-face-it-or-not-2","title":"Laten we eerlijk zijn... Of niet 2","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"1164\" data-start=\"118\"\u003eThis fascinating work stands out for its bold approach and poignant aesthetic. \u003cbr\u003eThe artist creates an atmosphere that is both enigmatic and unsettling through the use of minimalist yet expressive human forms. \u003cbr\u003eThe colors, primarily dark tones and bright white with accents of red, are strategically employed to draw attention to the faces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1164\" data-start=\"118\"\u003eThe five human figures, although simplified, make a strong visual impression. Their faces evoke various emotions through repeating patterns and contrasting textures. The diagonal stripes that partially cover the faces, combined with the striking red lips, create a dynamic of mystery and intrigue. \u003cbr\u003eThese bands can be interpreted as symbols of silence, censorship, or captivity, which gives the work a deeper narrative layer. \u003cbr\u003eFurthermore, the figures' bodies seem to fade at the bottom, reinforcing an impression of vulnerability or transformation. \u003cbr\u003eThe flowing lines and spots suggest movement and transience, inviting the viewer to reflect on the fleeting nature of human existence. \u003cbr\u003eThe artist masters the interplay of contrast and repetition to create a harmonious yet stimulating composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1164\" data-start=\"118\"\u003ePaint splatters add an element of spontaneity, evoking raw energy and intense emotion. This work is not only a demonstration of technical skill but also a profound exploration of themes such as identity, perception, and silence. \u003cbr\u003eIt challenges and captivates, leaving a lasting impression on anyone who views it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"830\" data-end=\"887\"\u003eMixed media composition on canvas measuring 120 x 120 x 2 cm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1373\" data-end=\"1448\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSigned and delivered with a certificate of authenticity.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1373\" data-end=\"1448\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1373\" data-end=\"1448\"\u003eQuestions about this painting? Please feel free to \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wallsharks.com\/pages\/contact\" title=\"wallsharks\"\u003econtact\u003c\/a\u003e us.\u003cbr\u003eColors of the original may vary slightly from the photos.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eView the full Marian Williams collection and her bio \u003ca title=\"Marian Williams\" href=\"https:\/\/wallsharks.com\/collections\/marian-williams\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wallsharks","offers":[{"title":"120x120x2 cm","offer_id":53165607846219,"sku":null,"price":3399.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0811\/5916\/0139\/files\/lets_face_it_2.png?v=1755449832"},{"product_id":"marian-williams-strange-eyes-on-klee","title":"Vreemde ogen op Klee","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"676\" data-start=\"335\"\u003eBy Marian Williams - Strange Eyes on Klee\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"676\" data-start=\"335\"\u003eThis artwork stands out for its bold combination of tradition and modernity, blending elements from the past with a striking contemporary twist.\u003cbr data-end=\"505\" data-start=\"502\"\u003eThe base is a portrait of actors from the 1950s. \u003cbr\u003eThe formal attire – a woman in a dress and a man in a suit and tie – evokes nostalgia and classic iconography.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"997\" data-start=\"678\"\u003eThe central element that immediately draws attention is a detail from ‘Senecio’ by Paul Klee. The faces have been deliberately replaced by abstract shapes and transformed into two large asymmetrical circles in bright pink, intersected by red arcs representing the eyes. This gives the work a surrealist dimension.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1294\" data-start=\"999\"\u003eThe bold use of decontextualization and simplified forms challenges traditional portraiture rules. The harmonious composition and carefully chosen color palette captivate the viewer and invite reflection on the coexistence of different art periods in a single visual narrative.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"1411\" data-start=\"1296\"\u003eIn short, this creation is a powerful and ingenious statement that brings the past and present together in an innovative way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1448\" data-start=\"1373\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSigned and delivered with a certificate of authenticity.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1448\" data-start=\"1373\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1448\" data-start=\"1373\"\u003eQuestions about this painting? 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