Large framed print "Elephants" by Walasse Ting

Item: Large framed print "Elephants" by Walasse Ting

Product id: 2751

Brand: Walasse Ting

Description:

This 1990 print, "Elephants," is a quintessential example of Walasse Ting’s ability to merge the vibrant energy of Pop Art with the delicate sensibilities of traditional Chinese ink wash. Produced by the renowned Yves Rivière editors in Paris and meticulously printed by Courvoisier in Switzerland, this piece captures a serene yet powerful moment in the wild.

Visual Aesthetics & Style

The artwork features two elephants moving through a lush, abstracted landscape. Ting’s signature style is on full display through:

• Luminous Color Palette: The elephants are rendered in earthy, muted tones, but they are brought to life by bold washes of citrus yellow and ochre on their ears and foreheads. This use of "neon" color against organic subjects creates a dreamlike, psychedelic quality.

• Fluid Linework: The composition is defined by graceful, sweeping black outlines that feel both spontaneous and deliberate—a nod to Ting’s background in calligraphy.

• Textural Depth: The background is a dense, rhythmic arrangement of teal and emerald foliage, punctuated by bright yellow flora at the elephants' feet. The "crinkled" texture visible in the print mimics the appearance of rice paper, adding a layer of tactile authenticity to the work.

The Production Pedigree

This specific edition carries a distinct European elegance due to its origins:

• Yves Rivière (Paris): Known for publishing high-quality lithographs and prints, Rivière helped bring Ting’s flamboyant "sensualist" style to the heart of the European art market.

• Courvoisier (Switzerland): As the printers, Courvoisier ensured the highest technical standards, maintaining the subtle gradients of the watercolor washes and the sharp contrast of the ink lines.

Frame Height: 85 cm Frame Lenght: 162 cm

Print Height: 74 Print Lenght: 151 cm

Price: € 680