Prettau - No reserve - The shore (SQ)
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Prettau presents No reserve - The shore (SQ), an original 75 × 75 cm acrylic painting on cotton canvas, hand signed, in excellent condition, created in 2026 in Belgium as a contemporary cityscape.
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Classic for the urban collection, this blue snapshot of shore is painted in a semi-abstract style.
The composition radiates a busy atmosphere, marked by buildings that seem to meld into horizon, where sky and earth blur blue into an
Prettau employs this range of blue colors to accentuate the remnants of the day in a city which never sleeps .
Prettau's technique, blending acrylic painting and alternative tools, gives the work a palpable texture, almost tactile, inviting an immersive exploration.
This urban landscape, both abstract and rooted in reality, reveals itself as a visual echo of a culture in search of meaning. It embodies the dialogue between man and his environment, between splendor and ordinary. Ultimately, this canvas serves as a distorting mirror of the struggles and resilience that mark the contemporary urban condition, a call to scrutinise the shadows and light that shape our collective existence.
For the passionate of the city art collector, this piece is not merely a portrayal of architecture and street life but a nuanced commentary on the urban environment. It invites reflection on the intersection of solitude and community within urban spaces, making it a significant addition for those who appreciate deeper narratives in art.
Collecting such an artwork means a sure acquisition that speaks not only to aesthetic taste but also to cultural insight.
The canvas is painted in high quality acrylics on 70% cotton canvas, suitable for a chassis of 75 x 75 cm signed on verso and shipped unmounted and without stretchers, rolled up in a cardboard tube, with certificate of authenticity.
For the art collectors : artsy.net/artist/bianca-prettau
Seller's Story
Note for potential art collectors:
If you are considering collecting art from Prettaugallery, we recommend taking the following points into account:
1. Only the canvases are shipped; the frames are specially made from solid wood for studio use. Therefore, you will need to install the canvas on an appropriate frame yourself.
2. After stretching the canvas on the chassis, we recommend applying a layer of transparent varnish for acrylics and oil. This will protect the canvas and enhance the colors.
3. The lighting effects you may observe on phone or computer screens enhance the optical reflectivity properties. However, the canvas will display a less vibrant image compared to what a backlit screen can provide, resulting in a reduction of contrast and colour saturation.
4. The artworks offered in auction are originals, without exceptions, not reproductions or giclées; they are complex compositions of layers, shadows, transparencies and nuances of sfumato. Reproducing certain details in photography can sometimes be challenging. Feel free to contact the seller if you have specific questions about a piece.
5. Considering art valuation a complex process, encompassing an artist's significance, history, the quality and uniqueness of their work and their rate in the broader market, the median estimated value of Prettau's artworks has acquired an official recognition of up to five figures. For more insights into Prettau’s valuation check I-CAC Prettau index of valuation.
Taking these recommendations into account will help you fully appreciate the artworks you acquire and maintain their beauty over time.
Classic for the urban collection, this blue snapshot of shore is painted in a semi-abstract style.
The composition radiates a busy atmosphere, marked by buildings that seem to meld into horizon, where sky and earth blur blue into an
Prettau employs this range of blue colors to accentuate the remnants of the day in a city which never sleeps .
Prettau's technique, blending acrylic painting and alternative tools, gives the work a palpable texture, almost tactile, inviting an immersive exploration.
This urban landscape, both abstract and rooted in reality, reveals itself as a visual echo of a culture in search of meaning. It embodies the dialogue between man and his environment, between splendor and ordinary. Ultimately, this canvas serves as a distorting mirror of the struggles and resilience that mark the contemporary urban condition, a call to scrutinise the shadows and light that shape our collective existence.
For the passionate of the city art collector, this piece is not merely a portrayal of architecture and street life but a nuanced commentary on the urban environment. It invites reflection on the intersection of solitude and community within urban spaces, making it a significant addition for those who appreciate deeper narratives in art.
Collecting such an artwork means a sure acquisition that speaks not only to aesthetic taste but also to cultural insight.
The canvas is painted in high quality acrylics on 70% cotton canvas, suitable for a chassis of 75 x 75 cm signed on verso and shipped unmounted and without stretchers, rolled up in a cardboard tube, with certificate of authenticity.
For the art collectors : artsy.net/artist/bianca-prettau
Seller's Story
Note for potential art collectors:
If you are considering collecting art from Prettaugallery, we recommend taking the following points into account:
1. Only the canvases are shipped; the frames are specially made from solid wood for studio use. Therefore, you will need to install the canvas on an appropriate frame yourself.
2. After stretching the canvas on the chassis, we recommend applying a layer of transparent varnish for acrylics and oil. This will protect the canvas and enhance the colors.
3. The lighting effects you may observe on phone or computer screens enhance the optical reflectivity properties. However, the canvas will display a less vibrant image compared to what a backlit screen can provide, resulting in a reduction of contrast and colour saturation.
4. The artworks offered in auction are originals, without exceptions, not reproductions or giclées; they are complex compositions of layers, shadows, transparencies and nuances of sfumato. Reproducing certain details in photography can sometimes be challenging. Feel free to contact the seller if you have specific questions about a piece.
5. Considering art valuation a complex process, encompassing an artist's significance, history, the quality and uniqueness of their work and their rate in the broader market, the median estimated value of Prettau's artworks has acquired an official recognition of up to five figures. For more insights into Prettau’s valuation check I-CAC Prettau index of valuation.
Taking these recommendations into account will help you fully appreciate the artworks you acquire and maintain their beauty over time.
Details
Edition
Original
Sold by
Direct from the artist
Sold with frame
No
Artist
Prettau
Technique
Acrylic painting
Title of artwork
No reserve - The shore (SQ)
Signature
Hand signed
Country of origin
Belgium
Year
2026
Colour
Brown, Gold, Orange
Condition
Excellent condition
Height
75 cm
Width
75 cm
Weight
1 kg
Depiction/theme
Cityscape
Style
Contemporary
Period
2020+
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