Tijs Dragtsma (1992) - Yoda in Brass

A luminous and timeless portrait of Yoda, the embodiment of wisdom, balance and inner strength.

No paint, no print, no ink. His form appears purely through structure, shadow and reflection. From afar his presence feels calm and eternal. Up close the work dissolves into abstraction, each brass nail reflecting light against the deep matte black of acrylic glass.

Solid brass meets darkness, a dialogue between power and peace. The golden tones of the nails echo the serenity of light emerging from shadow, symbolizing the harmony between knowledge and discipline, spirit and form.

Over time the brass may develop a natural patina, giving each work a living surface that evolves and deepens with character, just as wisdom does through time.

As light shifts the portrait transforms. From the side it becomes sculptural and dimensional. From the front his gaze returns, still and knowing, eternal.

This piece is part of the second collection of Art with Nails by Tijs Dragtsma, realized in a strictly limited edition of ten. Each artwork is slightly unique but always part of the same vision.

Framed in a handmade Dutch float frame in matte black wood with a brushed gold edge, signed and numbered on the reverse, this work stands as both homage and reinterpretation. A contemporary tribute to one of the most enduring figures of modern mythology.

About the Artist, Tijs Dragtsma

Part of the Art with Nails series by Tijs Dragtsma, this work is created with a self-developed technique that transforms classic nail art into a bold modern context. By focusing on pure materials and the interplay of strength and fragility, Dragtsma reimagines timeless icons with powerful presence.

Specifications
Title: Yoda in Brass
Collection: Second Collection of Art with Nails, Brass Edition 2025
Edition: Limited to 3 pieces, this is number 1/3
Medium: Solid brass nails
Background: Matte black acrylic glass
Frame: Handmade Dutch float frame in matte black wood with brushed gold edge, ready to hang
Year: 2025
Condition: New, signed
Includes: Certificate of Authenticity (COA)
Dimensions (incl. frame): 53 × 53 × 4 cm

For behind the scenes content and the creation process visit Instagram @tdfineartstudio or tdfineartstudio.com

A portrait forged in brass, radiant in silence, eternal in wisdom.

This artwork is an independent artistic creation inspired by a cultural character from popular cinema. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by or produced in collaboration with Lucasfilm or The Walt Disney Company.