Artwork description:
☑ COLLAGE ON GENUINE ANTIQUE REAL VINTAGE ENGLISH & GERMAN DICTIONARY PAGE
☑ 100% SATISFACTION GUARANTEE - I TRY TO MAKE YOU HAPPY!
The photograph is a striking work of 19th-century art, capturing the image of a man in a suit, with an octopus in place of a head, complete with a hat. The title of the work, "The Octo-Gentleman", adds to the intrigue and curiosity of this unique image.
The man's body is impeccably attired in a well-tailored suit, a sign of his sophistication and wealth. His pose is regal as if he is the master of his domain, yet his head is a creature from the depths of the sea, a creature often feared and shunned.
The octopus's head is intricately detailed, with its tentacles wrapped around the man's neck and shoulders, appearing to be an extension of his own being. The creature's eyes are large and piercing, looking out from the photograph with a sense of intelligence and cunning.
The photograph is printed on an original page from a 19th-century encyclopedia, lending to the authenticity and antiquity of the work. The yellowed page adds to the overall feeling of nostalgia and mystery.
One cannot help but wonder about the story behind this curious image. How did this man come to have an octopus for a head? Was he born that way or was it a strange experiment gone awry? The viewer is left to ponder the possibilities, their imagination running wild with tales of intrigue and mystery.
"The Octo-Gentleman" is a work of art that defies explanation, leaving the viewer with more questions than answers. It is a testament to the creativity and imagination of the photographer, capturing a moment in time that is both eerie and captivating.
The artwork was printed on an original page from "A Dictionary of The English And German Languages," published by Asher & Co. in 1909. The inclusion of the neo-Gothic typography in the German text adds to the overall enigmatic and dark nature of the piece. It is as if the artist intended to merge two parallel worlds, the real and the surreal, into one.
The limited series was created with a specific intention in mind.
Approximately the size /not framed/: 7.67 x 10.86 inch / about 19.5 x 27.6 cm (with slight variations due to removal)
Materials: Print Techniques, Real Original Vintage Book Page
Come signed on the back by the artist.
Send in an envelope by Royal Mail.
THE ARTWORK SOLD UNFRAMED!
The artwork you receive will be a different page from the one displayed and is a “one of a kind” work of art because no two pages are the same and ich prints any time looks a little different.
The page may have signs of use, bends or other signs of damage due to age.
☑ MAKE CONTACT FOR CUSTOM ORDERS
The artwork is available in different sizes on matt paper, upon request. If you need a special dimension we can adapt it for you.
IMPORTANT:
Customers are solely responsible for all duties, import taxes and brokerage fees. These are not included in the cost of shipping or handling your order. Customs, duties, and taxes vary widely from country to country. Please check with your local customs agency for details on estimated costs. Customs, duties, and taxes are non-refundable. So if you refuse a shipment because of unexpected import fees, the original shipping cost, any brokerage/customs/duty/taxes, and any return shipping charges will not be refunded.
The artwork listed is unique, original collage prints, signed and dated by the artist.
Please note that the images with the background are not to scale and are for display purposes only. Please refer to the dimensions mentioned on the artwork card.
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Copyright © 2023 All rights reserved. The image of this artwork and the artwork itself cannot be copied, altered, or distributed in any form. Any derivatives attempted an imitation of artwork, duplication and/or editing of photos is expressly forbidden under copyright laws.
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Materials used:
Print Techniques, Real Original Vintage Book Page
Tags:
#horror art #book lover #octopus #gothic portrait #victorian art #vintage photo #bizarre portrait #vintage dictionary page #kraken #freaky charctersThe Octo-Gentleman (2023)
Digital Art
by Jakub DK - JAKUB D KRZEWNIAK
254 Artist Reviews
£39.99
- Digital Art on Paper
- From a limited edition of 150
- Size: 19.5 x 27.6 x 0.1cm (unframed) / 19.5 x 27.6cm (actual image size)
- Signed and numbered on the back
- Style: Collage
- Subject: People and portraits
Artwork description
☑ COLLAGE ON GENUINE ANTIQUE REAL VINTAGE ENGLISH & GERMAN DICTIONARY PAGE
☑ 100% SATISFACTION GUARANTEE - I TRY TO MAKE YOU HAPPY!
The photograph is a striking work of 19th-century art, capturing the image of a man in a suit, with an octopus in place of a head, complete with a hat. The title of the work, "The Octo-Gentleman", adds to the intrigue and curiosity of this unique image.
The man's body is impeccably attired in a well-tailored suit, a sign of his sophistication and wealth. His pose is regal as if he is the master of his domain, yet his head is a creature from the depths of the sea, a creature often feared and shunned.
The octopus's head is intricately detailed, with its tentacles wrapped around the man's neck and shoulders, appearing to be an extension of his own being. The creature's eyes are large and piercing, looking out from the photograph with a sense of intelligence and cunning.
The photograph is printed on an original page from a 19th-century encyclopedia, lending to the authenticity and antiquity of the work. The yellowed page adds to the overall feeling of nostalgia and mystery.
One cannot help but wonder about the story behind this curious image. How did this man come to have an octopus for a head? Was he born that way or was it a strange experiment gone awry? The viewer is left to ponder the possibilities, their imagination running wild with tales of intrigue and mystery.
"The Octo-Gentleman" is a work of art that defies explanation, leaving the viewer with more questions than answers. It is a testament to the creativity and imagination of the photographer, capturing a moment in time that is both eerie and captivating.
The artwork was printed on an original page from "A Dictionary of The English And German Languages," published by Asher & Co. in 1909. The inclusion of the neo-Gothic typography in the German text adds to the overall enigmatic and dark nature of the piece. It is as if the artist intended to merge two parallel worlds, the real and the surreal, into one.
The limited series was created with a specific intention in mind.
Approximately the size /not framed/: 7.67 x 10.86 inch / about 19.5 x 27.6 cm (with slight variations due to removal)
Materials: Print Techniques, Real Original Vintage Book Page
Come signed on the back by the artist.
Send in an envelope by Royal Mail.
THE ARTWORK SOLD UNFRAMED!
The artwork you receive will be a different page from the one displayed and is a “one of a kind” work of art because no two pages are the same and ich prints any time looks a little different.
The page may have signs of use, bends or other signs of damage due to age.
☑ MAKE CONTACT FOR CUSTOM ORDERS
The artwork is available in different sizes on matt paper, upon request. If you need a special dimension we can adapt it for you.
IMPORTANT:
Customers are solely responsible for all duties, import taxes and brokerage fees. These are not included in the cost of shipping or handling your order. Customs, duties, and taxes vary widely from country to country. Please check with your local customs agency for details on estimated costs. Customs, duties, and taxes are non-refundable. So if you refuse a shipment because of unexpected import fees, the original shipping cost, any brokerage/customs/duty/taxes, and any return shipping charges will not be refunded.
The artwork listed is unique, original collage prints, signed and dated by the artist.
Please note that the images with the background are not to scale and are for display purposes only. Please refer to the dimensions mentioned on the artwork card.
--- --- --- --- --- --- - ---
For different destinations please send us a conversation before purchasing.
Thanks
--- --- --- --- --- --- - ---
Copyright © 2023 All rights reserved. The image of this artwork and the artwork itself cannot be copied, altered, or distributed in any form. Any derivatives attempted an imitation of artwork, duplication and/or editing of photos is expressly forbidden under copyright laws.
--- --- --- --- --- --- - ---
Materials used:
Print Techniques, Real Original Vintage Book Page
Tags:
#horror art #book lover #octopus #gothic portrait #victorian art #vintage photo #bizarre portrait #vintage dictionary page #kraken #freaky charctersReturns and refunds
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Artist Reviews (254)
This artwork is sold by Jakub DK - JAKUB D KRZEWNIAK from United Kingdom
