Retreat, 2021
Manuela Karin Knaut

Painting : oil, acrylic, ink

140 x 100 x 4 cm 55.1 x 39.4 x 1.6 inch

€5,800
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Hand-signed by artist

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Dimensions cm inch

140 x 100 x 4 cm 55.1 x 39.4 x 1.6 inch Height x Width x Depth

Framing

Not framed


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Abstract art

Colors

Dark blue

Artwork sold in perfect condition

Artwork location: Germany

This captivating painting features an abstract composition where shades of blue and purple dominate the entire canvas, creating an atmosphere that is both calming and intriguing. Entitled "Retreat", this work evokes a feeling of withdrawal and introspection, as if the artist were inviting us to enter an inner universe rich in emotions. The heart shapes sketched here and there, in black or lighter purple, add a personal and sensitive dimension to the whole. They seem to float in space, superimposed on larger and more spontaneous brushstrokes, which bring a dynamism contrasting with the softness of the hearts. The repetitions of the heart shapes create a visual harmony and a certain musicality in the work. In the center, the word "Retreat" is written in large black letters, standing out clearly from the background. This inscription suggests not only a title but also a directive, an invitation to withdraw into oneself or to seek refuge in an intimate and secure space. The use of black for this word adds a touch of authority and gravity, reinforcing the message of the work. The background of the canvas is a subtle blend of lighter, almost diaphanous shades, which blend harmoniously with the more saturated hues of the main elements. This layering of colors and textures demonstrates technical mastery and a keen sense of composition. In short, this painting is a masterpiece of introspection and personal expression. With its apparent simplicity and emotional complexity, it captures the eye and incites deep reflection, offering each viewer a unique experience.

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Manuela Karin Knaut, Retreat
Germany  • 1970

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Manuela Karin Knaut, born 1970, is an independent artist currently living in Braunschweig, Germany. She acquired a Master of Arts in Fine Art at the University of the Witswatersrand in Johannesburg, South Africa. Apart from her centrally located studio and print workshop in Braunschweig she also keeps a studio in Johannesburg.

She has been a member of the Bund Bildender Künstler (German Association of Visual Artists) and the Association Internationale des Arts Plastiques, as well as The Visual Arts Network of South Africa (VANSA). Member of the International Womens Association, Photomuseum Braunschweig and GEDOK Niedersachsen.Since 1990 various exhibitions nationally and internationally, amongst them in South Africa, Ghana, Switzerland, Danmark, UK, Austria, USA, Israel, Kirghistan. Her works are represented worldwide in public and private collections.

Main Focus.

Location specific installations and sculptural interventions, painting, photography.

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