Gallery M by Manuela Decker - Better in black NO. 30 XL

This unique piece is an acrylic work measuring 150x95x1 cm.

Abstract black forms intertwine in a quiet dance of shape and shadow. The piece is rich in depth and intensely handmade.

Gallery M also wants to offer newcomers to the art world a possibility with these exclusives created especially for Catawiki. No print, an original that is high-quality and one-of-a-kind.

Each work is crafted with premium materials. A lightly glossy final varnish protects every piece. A modern visual language defines this work, which integrates optimally into a contemporary home.

The painting serves as a modern focal point for living or work spaces and speaks to enthusiasts of contemporary abstract painting with a poetic color effect.

A portrait of the artist created exclusively for the Catawiki Selection.

Acrylic on canvas, the unique piece is signed on the back and comes with a certificate of authenticity.

The painting is shipped rolled (without stretcher) to keep shipping affordable.
Each work is made with high-quality materials and is finished with a protective, lightly glossy final varnish.

This image is ideal for a frame of the size
150x95x1 cm

The pictured shadow gap frame is for illustration purposes only.

All works by the artist are unique. They are handcrafted paintings created with various techniques.
The photos are not edited, though slight color variations may occur due to photography.
Cracks, dings, irregularities, and splashes of color are part of the painting style. These are not defects and are intentional by the artist.

Please note that in case of delivery damage, a damage report must be created with the courier and photos of the package from the outside before opening, followed by photos of any damage to the artwork. Complaints submitted without such documentation will not be accepted.

Manuela Decker

Intuition and Abstraction
Manuela Decker (born 1973) is a contemporary German painter who lives and works in Osnabrück. As a self-taught artist, she has developed an unconventional, deeply emotional visual language that moves freely beyond academic constraints. Under the studio name Gallery M, she presents her works to an international audience.

Artistic profile & style
Manuela Decker’s works are associated with abstract expressionism and modern informal art. At the center of her work is the process of letting go. Her large-format acrylic paintings often arise impulsively and intuitively—guided by moments, moods, and the dynamism of color itself.

Technique:
She prefers working with acrylic paints, pastels, and structurally expressive mixed media on canvas. The application of color occurs in layers that are sometimes boldly plastered, sometimes softly swept or glazes. This gives her pictures a tactile depth. Contrasts: a recurring motif is the play with extreme differences. In series such as “Better in black,” she contrasts deep, dark surfaces with sudden, luminous color explosions or minimalist lines. The imperfect and raw are deliberately staged as aesthetic elements.

Philosophy and intention:
For Manuela Decker, art is an outlet for the inexpressible. She does not want to impose a fixed interpretation on the viewer but provide space for personal associations and feelings. Her art seeks dialogue with the subconscious. She carries this inclusive, liberating approach into her work as a creativity coach, helping people through intuitive painting to release blockages and discover their own inner imagery.

2014 Stadthaus Osnabrück
2021 Breuninger Sindelfingen “Art meets Fashion”
2022 Collaboration with Westwing
2023 Collaboration with Westwing
2023 Optics Vatthauer Osnabrück
2026 Charity Lions Club