The book is signed by painter F. Franciscus. This book is in excellent condition; book and cover are clean from marks and damage. This book portrays the art work of painter F. Franciscus and includes a conversation between photographer Erwin Olaf and F. Franciscus (edited by Fiona van Schendel). Forewords by Rob Perrée, Jan Maarten Voskuil and Frank Hoenjet. Franciscus' works present an exhibition highlighting modern art mostly inspired by classical European paintings and sculptures often with a biblical background. The artist’s sources of inspiration include pieces by painters like Hendrick ter Brugghen, Caravaggio and Bronzino. He combines or re-arranges compositions of old masters depicting biblical stories in an up-to-date and idiosyncratic fashion. His themes are put in a modern context in an intelligent way, resulting in humorous and appealing art that can sometimes shock the viewer as well. Franciscus' artwork always tries to create space for a broader view on human kind. Shipping: insured with tracking.