Family Portraits Woven into Grodno II, 2026

Ines Fragm  

This conceptual mixed media print combines 1940s analog family photography with digital images of architectural landmarks in Grodno, exploring historical memory and heritage. The artist embeds private family archives into the collective memory of the place to preserve her lineage from oblivion. In the context of modern global transience, these collages serve as a search for an inner ground, where familial memory becomes the foundation.
To achieve this, the artist juxtaposes vintage analog portraits of her relatives within the digital space with the detailed texture of the Kalozha Church. As one of the oldest surviving Eastern Orthodox structures in Eastern Europe, dating back to the 12th century, the church is celebrated for its unique architectural anatomy. Its ancient plinthite masonry and majolica crosses serve here as metaphors for the continuity of generations. This visual narrative is complemented by the silhouettes of the Franciscan Church and the Neman River embankment, marking a precise geography and the spirit of the place (genius loci). By examining family history through the prism of sacred architecture, the author builds a living bridge between private archives and the shared past of the city.
TECHNIQUE, AUTHENTICITY & SHIPPING
The artwork is printed on a premium matte Hahnemühle Photo Rag 308 gsm paper using archival museum-grade pigment inks, ensuring exceptional longevity and color fidelity.
EACH PRINT IS ACCOMPANIED by dual documentation—a USA Gallery Certificate of Authenticity and an original, hand-signed Artist Certificate sent directly from the artist's studio—with a matching security code permanently linking the print and both documents to confirm its provenance and absolute authenticity.
THE PHYSICAL PRINT ITSELF is not hand-signed on the front; instead, the unique security code and edition number are hand-written in pencil on the reverse side. It ships securely rolled in a heavy-duty tube, with the hand-signed Artist Certificate dispatched separately from the artist's studio via registered mail within 7 days and arriving later (a few days or weeks after the print). An ideal acquisition for modern art enthusiasts, this piece offers a refined aesthetic and profound narrative depth, making it a valuable addition to any contemporary collection.
AVAILABLE FORMATS & EDITIONS
This description is for Format 1. A larger size (Format 2) is also available. If you prefer to purchase the larger format, please click the "Contact the gallery" button on this page before ordering, and the gallery will assist you with the purchase.
— Format 1 (Ed. of 25): Paper Size 16 x 12 in (40.6 x 30.5 cm)
— Image Size: 14.17 x 10.04 in (36 x 25.5 cm)
— Format 2 (Ed. of 15): Paper Size 24 x 18 in (61.0 x 45.7 cm)
— Image Size: 20.87 x 14.76 in (53 x 37.48 cm)
Note: All formats are natively based on standard US inches and printed with wide archival margins.
Global Edition
— Total Global Edition: 40 prints + 5 AP across all sizes.