Francien Krieg - Guard
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Guard, een origineel olieverfschilderij in portretstijl (expressionisme), 80 x 60 cm, gemaakt in 2025 in Nederland, handgesigneerd en rechtstreeks verkocht door de kunstenaar.
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Sometimes strength arrives too early.
We often teach boys to be brave, to be tough, to hold themselves together. Yet beneath that posture there is often something more fragile: uncertainty, tenderness, the quiet fear of not being enough.
This painting is about that moment. The space between childhood and expectation. Between softness and the role the world may already hand you.
The glove can protect, but it can also weigh heavily.
I wanted to paint not the fighter, but the human being inside the stance.
oil on cotton
De verkoper stelt zich voor
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.
Sometimes strength arrives too early.
We often teach boys to be brave, to be tough, to hold themselves together. Yet beneath that posture there is often something more fragile: uncertainty, tenderness, the quiet fear of not being enough.
This painting is about that moment. The space between childhood and expectation. Between softness and the role the world may already hand you.
The glove can protect, but it can also weigh heavily.
I wanted to paint not the fighter, but the human being inside the stance.
oil on cotton
De verkoper stelt zich voor
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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Kunstenaar
Francien Krieg
Aangeboden met lijst
Nee
Verkocht door
Rechtstreeks van de kunstenaar
Editie
Origineel
Titel van kunstwerk
Guard
Techniek
Olieverfschilderij
Signatuur
Handgesigneerd
Land van herkomst
Nederland
Jaar
2025
Staat
In uitstekende staat
Hoogte
80 cm
Breedte
60 cm
Afbeelding/Thema
Portret
Stijl
Expressionisme
Periode
2020+
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