Gallery M by Manuela Decker - Better in black NO. 61 XXL

An exploration of structure and emotion through bold, overlapping black strokes on a white ground.

This unique piece is an acrylic work measuring 160x140 cm. The painting suits a stretcher frame of size 150x130x1.5 cm.

Each work is made with high-quality materials. A lightly glossy final varnish protects each piece.
A contemporary visual language for this work, which integrates optimally into a modern home.

Gallery M also wants to offer newcomers to the art world the opportunity to acquire exclusive one-offs, specially created for Catawiki.
No prints, an original that is premium and unique.

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 painting by the artist that was exclusively created for the Catawiki Selection.

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

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

The shadow gap frame shown in the image 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.
The cracks, nicks, elevations, paint splatters are part of the painting style. They are not defects and are intended by the artist.

Please note that in the event of delivery damage, a damage report must be prepared with the courier and photos of the package from the outside prior to opening, followed by photos of any damage to the artwork. Claims 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. Self-taught, she has developed an unconventional, deeply emotional visual language that moves free from academic constraints. Under the studio name Gallery M, she presents her works to an international audience.

Artistic Profile & Style
Decker’s works are attributed to abstract expressionism and modern informal art. The central focus of her work is the process of letting go. Her large-format acrylic paintings often arise impulsively and intuitively—driven by moments, moods, and the dynamics of color itself.

Technique:
She primarily works with acrylic paints, crayons, and texturing mixed techniques on canvas. The application of color occurs in layers, sometimes boldly smeared, sometimes softly wiped or glazed. This gives her paintings a tactile depth. Contrasts: A recurring motif is the play with extreme opposites. In series such as “Better in black,” she contrasts deep, dark areas with sudden, luminous color explosions or minimalist lines. The imperfect and raw is consciously staged as an aesthetic element.

Philosophy and Intent:
For Manuela Decker, art is an outlet for the unsayable. She does not want to force a fixed interpretation on the viewer but to offer room for one’s own associations and feelings. Her art seeks dialogue with the subconscious.
This inclusive, liberating approach she shares as a creativity coach as well. Here she helps people release blockages through intuitive painting and discover their own inner imagery.

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