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- Piglet – Original Reduction Linocut Print
Piglet – Original Reduction Linocut Print (2025) Linocut by Jennie Smallenbroek
35 x 35 x 0.1cm (unframed) / 29.01 x 29.01cm (actual image size)
£252.17
Artwork description
Bring warmth, charm, and timeless craftsmanship into your home with this original hand-pulled reduction linocut print of a cheerful piglet surrounded by delicate flowers. Printed entirely by hand in my countryside studio, this artwork combines playful character with the elegance of traditional printmaking. It is available in a very limited edition of only 9 prints.
Each print is built up from 14 carefully printed layers of Caligo Safe Wash oil-based ink, creating rich colours, beautiful depth, and subtle texture that can only be achieved through the reduction printing process.
Inspired by Nature and Art Nouveau
My studio is surrounded by the Dutch countryside, where I paint and print while listening to sheep grazing, horses neighing, and goats wandering nearby. Animals bring me joy, and I love capturing their personality and gentle spirit in my artwork. This curious little piglet, framed by flowers, celebrates the simple happiness that nature brings.
The design is inspired by the graceful forms and flowing lines of Art Nouveau, particularly the work of William Morris and Alphonse Mucha. Their influence gives this joyful subject an elegant and timeless appearance.
A Unique Handcrafted Artwork
Every print is created using the traditional reduction linocut technique, one of the most demanding forms of printmaking. After each colour is printed, more of the linoleum block is carved away before the next layer is added. Once a section has been removed, it cannot be replaced, making every stage permanent. The process requires careful planning, precision, and patience.
Because each print is inked and pulled by hand, no two impressions are exactly alike. Slight variations in colour, ink distribution, and texture make every print an individual work of art.
Watch the final printing stage of this linocut on YouTube and discover the fascinating reduction printing process.
Specifications
Image size: 30 × 30 cm (11.8 × 11.8 inches)
Paper size: 35 × 35 cm (13.8 × 13.8 inches) – Fabriano 300 gsm
Framed size (optional): 40 × 40 cm (15.7 × 15.7 inches) with white passe-partout
Printing technique: 14-layer reduction linocut
Edition: Limited to only 9 prints
Printed with: Caligo Safe Wash oil-based ink
Hand-printed
Available: With frame
Whether you're looking for a unique gift for an art lover or a distinctive piece for your own home, this piglet linocut is sure to bring warmth and character to any space. It also pairs beautifully with the other animal prints in my collection to create an elegant gallery wall inspired by the beauty of nature.
Materials used:
oilpaint
Details:
- Linocut on Paper
- From a limited edition of 9
- Size: 35 x 35 x 0.1cm (unframed) / 29.01 x 29.01cm (actual image size)
- Ready to hang
- Signed and numbered on the front
- Style: Graphic
- Subject: Animals and birds
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Artwork description
Bring warmth, charm, and timeless craftsmanship into your home with this original hand-pulled reduction linocut print of a cheerful piglet surrounded by delicate flowers. Printed entirely by hand in my countryside studio, this artwork combines playful character with the elegance of traditional printmaking. It is available in a very limited edition of only 9 prints.
Each print is built up from 14 carefully printed layers of Caligo Safe Wash oil-based ink, creating rich colours, beautiful depth, and subtle texture that can only be achieved through the reduction printing process.
Inspired by Nature and Art Nouveau
My studio is surrounded by the Dutch countryside, where I paint and print while listening to sheep grazing, horses neighing, and goats wandering nearby. Animals bring me joy, and I love capturing their personality and gentle spirit in my artwork. This curious little piglet, framed by flowers, celebrates the simple happiness that nature brings.
The design is inspired by the graceful forms and flowing lines of Art Nouveau, particularly the work of William Morris and Alphonse Mucha. Their influence gives this joyful subject an elegant and timeless appearance.
A Unique Handcrafted Artwork
Every print is created using the traditional reduction linocut technique, one of the most demanding forms of printmaking. After each colour is printed, more of the linoleum block is carved away before the next layer is added. Once a section has been removed, it cannot be replaced, making every stage permanent. The process requires careful planning, precision, and patience.
Because each print is inked and pulled by hand, no two impressions are exactly alike. Slight variations in colour, ink distribution, and texture make every print an individual work of art.
Watch the final printing stage of this linocut on YouTube and discover the fascinating reduction printing process.
Specifications
Image size: 30 × 30 cm (11.8 × 11.8 inches)
Paper size: 35 × 35 cm (13.8 × 13.8 inches) – Fabriano 300 gsm
Framed size (optional): 40 × 40 cm (15.7 × 15.7 inches) with white passe-partout
Printing technique: 14-layer reduction linocut
Edition: Limited to only 9 prints
Printed with: Caligo Safe Wash oil-based ink
Hand-printed
Available: With frame
Whether you're looking for a unique gift for an art lover or a distinctive piece for your own home, this piglet linocut is sure to bring warmth and character to any space. It also pairs beautifully with the other animal prints in my collection to create an elegant gallery wall inspired by the beauty of nature.
Materials used:
oilpaint
Details:
- Linocut on Paper
- From a limited edition of 9
- Size: 35 x 35 x 0.1cm (unframed) / 29.01 x 29.01cm (actual image size)
- Ready to hang
- Signed and numbered on the front
- Style: Graphic
- Subject: Animals and birds
