1957 Vintage Print Plate Emil Nolde The Great Gardener 1940 Expressionist

Description: "The Great Gardener, 1940" Source: Emil Nolde, published in 1957 Description Title: "This is an oil version of a small watercolor. All the figurative paintings of Nolde's late period may be traced back to watercolor improvisations. The first of these dates from 1919, but it was an isolated case; at that time improvisation gave way to the direct vision of nature and the epic paintings of figures. But in his last years Nolde based his entire art on recollection and dream, and here the watercolor technique proved suitable. Following the associations suggested by the fluid pigments, the painter recorded the images that emerged in his creative hours. The Great Gardener is the poetic interpretation of a vision that often inspired Nolde, a personification of the beneficent forces of nature. Everything in this painting has an unreal quality-the evening light with its inner glow, which radiates from the orange and red of the corolla against the earthy green; the peculiar shapes of these other-worldly plants, devoid of botanical details, like the primeval plants in the first days of the Creation; the peculiar proportions of these flowers and trees, seemingly gigantic; the old gardener who tends his creatures like some kindly earth spirit. The mood is one of fairy tale and religious legend; the Great Gardener may have been meant as an image of God. But Nolde did not include this work among his religious paintings. He saw something else in this personification of nature: the myth of Pan, of whose presence Nolde was always aware. But now it is a Pan who no longer terrifies-a friendly nature god such as shepherds and gardeners might invoke. This painting suggests full harmony with nature, a deep sense of belonging to it. This feeling for the inner life of nature inspired many cheerful works. Dating from about the same time are the charmingly witty Early Morning Flight and Joy Dancing (figures 23 and 24). These, too, go back to small watercolor improvisations." Unique and distinctive. Suitable for framing. *All prints are book plates / pages that are professionally removed from an original published book or other type of publication. May have text and or illustrations on reverse side. Specifications:Stored in a dry, clean environment100% authentic - no photocopy or reproduction Approximate overall Dimensions: 12.75 x 9.5 inchesCondition: Very Good and well preserved. Light age toning and or occasional minor defects from how it was handled before it came to us may be present. Shipping & Handling + Payments & Returns: Free shipping We ship worldwideFast, 1 Day ShipmentAll items are protected inside a clear, acid-free resealable sleeve, shipped flat between two foam backing boards and marked Do Not Bend. All forms of payment accepted100% Guarantee - 60 day returnsPurchase with Confidence THANK YOU for visiting. Feel free to ask any questions and we will respond quickly. We take seriously providing quality customer service! FAQ's Q: How do you ensure my item arrives safely? A: All collectible papers are stored in a crystal clear environmentally friendly bag. The lignan-free bag is archival safe and won't transfer or lift off ink, it is reliable for long term storage. Each item is individually packaged in a sturdy paper stock folder, placed in between two foam core boards and shipped in StayFlat cardboard mailers. We use premium quality shipping materials and try to ensure they are recyclable. Our goal is to safeguard that the item you receive, is in the same condition in your care as it was in ours. Q: How quickly do you Ship? A: Once payment is received, we ship within 1 business day. You will receive an 'Order Shipped' email. Our objective is to ship immediately! Q: Where do these pieces come from? A: We place significance in procuring worthwhile content. We source from a variety of vintage publications. Each book plate / paper print is carefully and meticulously removed to preserve the whole entire unmodified page. We do not copy or reproduce anything. Q: Can I receive a discount for purchasing multiple items at once? A: Yes, multiple item orders will receive a volume discount. Q: Do you leave Feedback? A: Yes! We leave feedback, and are grateful for your patronage. Feedback is appreciated from you as well. Every client matters to us. Additional benefits: Brighten up a room. Add some inspiration to your space. Own an unusual piece from the past.Reflect your personality and interests.Thanks for taking the time to stop by Papyrus Prints.

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