Francien Krieg - Softly awaken
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Francien Krieg’s original oil painting Softly awaken, an impressionist portrait from 2026, 40 cm high by 60 cm wide, hand-signed, created in the Netherlands and sold directly by the artist.
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I am Francien Krieg, a Dutch figurative painter. For more than 25 years, the human body has been central to my work. I studied at the Royal Academy of Art in The Hague and further developed my painting at the Vrije Academie. My work is shown internationally and has been selected for the Figurativas competition of MEAM in Barcelona. In 2023 I achieved second place in Painter of the Year. Recently I was among the 25 finalists for Artist of the Year 2027.
For years I mainly painted older women in my series Precious Bodies, about which a book appeared in 2018. These paintings deal with aging, visibility, and the limited beauty ideals by which we look at bodies. I am moved by the traces of a life lived: changing skin, a characteristic posture, the presence of someone who is more than her appearance.
In recent years I have also turned my gaze to young men and the insecurity of puberty. In portraits, figures in water, boxers, and boys with parts of armor I explore the tension between vulnerability and the expectation to be strong. Protection can provide safety, but it can also become a weight you carry with you.
Although the ages of my subjects vary, the questions remain connected. What does a body reveal? What are we trying to hide? How much space do we give each other to change, to grow older, or to not know for a moment?
The works in this duo auction arise from those questions. I seek beauty in which discomfort and imperfection may also exist. Toward moments when a gaze or a gesture lets something be felt that words fail to express.
Seller's Story
Francien Krieg (b. 1973) is a distinguished Dutch artist renowned for her compelling explorations of the human form, particularly focusing on themes of aging and vulnerability. A graduate of the Royal Academy of Art in The Hague, she initially engaged in conceptual installations, utilizing materials like meat and rubber to create thought-provoking pieces that delve into human fragility.
Transitioning to painting at The Free Academy in The Hague, Francien developed a distinctive style characterized by unconventional perspectives and a raw portrayal of the human body. Her works challenge societal norms, celebrating the beauty found in imperfection and the passage of time.
Her art has been featured in prestigious exhibitions worldwide, including the Scope Basel art fair, Realisme Amsterdam, and esteemed galleries such as Robert Lange Studios in Charleston and the Zhou B Art Center in Chicago. Notably, she participated in the Women Painting Women [r]evolution exhibition at Townsend Atelier in Tennessee and the Strak Realisme show at Gallery Beinart, alongside artists Effie Pryer and Ville Lopponen.
Francien's accolades include multiple nominations for the Dutch Portrait Award and being shortlisted for the Figurativas at MEAM in Barcelona in 2017, 2019, and 2020. Her work has been extensively featured in publications like Beautiful Bizarre Magazine, Realisme Today, The Guide Artists, Boldbrush, and Poets and Artists. In 2018, she published a comprehensive book detailing her artistic journey and exploration of the human condition.
Her paintings are highly sought after by collectors, with pieces held in significant Dutch collections, including the ING Collection and the former Scheringa Collection. Her collaboration with Gallery Mokum in Amsterdam has further solidified her status in the art market, positioning her among the leading figures in contemporary realism.
Francien Krieg continues to captivate audiences with her unflinching portrayal of humanity, inviting viewers to confront and appreciate the profound beauty inherent in imperfection and aging.
Translated by Google TranslateI am Francien Krieg, a Dutch figurative painter. For more than 25 years, the human body has been central to my work. I studied at the Royal Academy of Art in The Hague and further developed my painting at the Vrije Academie. My work is shown internationally and has been selected for the Figurativas competition of MEAM in Barcelona. In 2023 I achieved second place in Painter of the Year. Recently I was among the 25 finalists for Artist of the Year 2027.
For years I mainly painted older women in my series Precious Bodies, about which a book appeared in 2018. These paintings deal with aging, visibility, and the limited beauty ideals by which we look at bodies. I am moved by the traces of a life lived: changing skin, a characteristic posture, the presence of someone who is more than her appearance.
In recent years I have also turned my gaze to young men and the insecurity of puberty. In portraits, figures in water, boxers, and boys with parts of armor I explore the tension between vulnerability and the expectation to be strong. Protection can provide safety, but it can also become a weight you carry with you.
Although the ages of my subjects vary, the questions remain connected. What does a body reveal? What are we trying to hide? How much space do we give each other to change, to grow older, or to not know for a moment?
The works in this duo auction arise from those questions. I seek beauty in which discomfort and imperfection may also exist. Toward moments when a gaze or a gesture lets something be felt that words fail to express.
Seller's Story
Francien Krieg (b. 1973) is a distinguished Dutch artist renowned for her compelling explorations of the human form, particularly focusing on themes of aging and vulnerability. A graduate of the Royal Academy of Art in The Hague, she initially engaged in conceptual installations, utilizing materials like meat and rubber to create thought-provoking pieces that delve into human fragility.
Transitioning to painting at The Free Academy in The Hague, Francien developed a distinctive style characterized by unconventional perspectives and a raw portrayal of the human body. Her works challenge societal norms, celebrating the beauty found in imperfection and the passage of time.
Her art has been featured in prestigious exhibitions worldwide, including the Scope Basel art fair, Realisme Amsterdam, and esteemed galleries such as Robert Lange Studios in Charleston and the Zhou B Art Center in Chicago. Notably, she participated in the Women Painting Women [r]evolution exhibition at Townsend Atelier in Tennessee and the Strak Realisme show at Gallery Beinart, alongside artists Effie Pryer and Ville Lopponen.
Francien's accolades include multiple nominations for the Dutch Portrait Award and being shortlisted for the Figurativas at MEAM in Barcelona in 2017, 2019, and 2020. Her work has been extensively featured in publications like Beautiful Bizarre Magazine, Realisme Today, The Guide Artists, Boldbrush, and Poets and Artists. In 2018, she published a comprehensive book detailing her artistic journey and exploration of the human condition.
Her paintings are highly sought after by collectors, with pieces held in significant Dutch collections, including the ING Collection and the former Scheringa Collection. Her collaboration with Gallery Mokum in Amsterdam has further solidified her status in the art market, positioning her among the leading figures in contemporary realism.
Francien Krieg continues to captivate audiences with her unflinching portrayal of humanity, inviting viewers to confront and appreciate the profound beauty inherent in imperfection and aging.
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Edition
Original
Artist
Francien Krieg
Title of artwork
Softly awaken
Technique
Oil painting
Signature
Hand signed
Country of origin
Netherlands
Year
2026
Condition
Excellent condition
Height
40 cm
Width
60 cm
Depiction/theme
Portrait
Style
Impressionism
Period
2020+
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