Francien Krieg - The Face We Inherited
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Francien Krieg, The Face We Inherited, a 40 by 30 cm surrealist portrait in mixed media and woodcut, signed, original edition from the Netherlands, dated 2026 and in excellent condition.
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In this series, Francien Krieg brings together historical portraiture, contemporary image-making and the physical object of painting.
Faces that seem familiar are broken apart and reconstructed. Fragments of classical portraits, ornamental frames and digitally generated elements shift in and out of alignment. What initially appears coherent becomes less certain the longer it is viewed.
The shaped panels deliberately refuse the traditional rectangular painting. Edges are cut, interrupted and irregular, allowing the image to behave almost like a fragment that has been torn from another time.
AI is used as part of the image-making process, but the final work returns to the slowness and physicality of painting. The digital image becomes material again: translated, altered and made imperfect by hand.
At the centre of the series is a simple question: how much of what we call beauty is actually our own?
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 TranslateIn this series, Francien Krieg brings together historical portraiture, contemporary image-making and the physical object of painting.
Faces that seem familiar are broken apart and reconstructed. Fragments of classical portraits, ornamental frames and digitally generated elements shift in and out of alignment. What initially appears coherent becomes less certain the longer it is viewed.
The shaped panels deliberately refuse the traditional rectangular painting. Edges are cut, interrupted and irregular, allowing the image to behave almost like a fragment that has been torn from another time.
AI is used as part of the image-making process, but the final work returns to the slowness and physicality of painting. The digital image becomes material again: translated, altered and made imperfect by hand.
At the centre of the series is a simple question: how much of what we call beauty is actually our own?
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
The Face We Inherited
Technique
AI, Mixed technique, Woodcut print
Signature
Hand signed
Country of origin
Netherlands
Year
2026
Condition
Excellent condition
Height
40 cm
Width
30 cm
Depiction/theme
Portrait
Style
Surrealism
Sold with frame
No
Period
2020+
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