Almira
The Narrative
Almira is inspired by the film character "Almira Gulch" from the movie "The Wizard of Oz". In the film, Almira was a strict, unkind teacher living in Kansas who wanted to confiscate Dorothy's dog, Toto.
In Oz, she turned out to be the Wicked Witch of the West, who fought Dorothy and her friends. This interpretation shows Almira in her youth, whose red face and stern gaze gave an early glimpse of her wicked side.
"By capturing the genesis of a classic cinematic villain through an intense, chromatic distortion and a piercing gaze, the artist masterfully exposes the psychological roots of malice, projecting the dark destiny of the witch onto the fragile canvas of youth."
Artwork Specifications
Year of Creation
2022
Medium & Master Standard
Produced as a strictly limited museum-grade edition utilizing the state-of-the-art ChromaLuxe dye-sublimation process on premium aluminium. This archival method ensures unsurpassed brilliance, depth, and certified UV resistance tested for over 60 years. Due to its advanced composition, the artwork is inherently water- and scratch-resistant, offering ultimate durability without the need for protective glass.
Framing & Presentation
Each work is delivered fully archival-mounted and elegantly showcased within a bespoke wooden floating frame, meticulously selected to complement the piece and provide a sophisticated, gallery-ready presentation.
Limited Edition & Dimensions
Strictly limited to a definitive total of only 15 pieces worldwide across all formats, structured as follows:
120 x 160cm | Edition of 1 (Unique Piece)
75 x 100 cm | Edition of 3
30x40 cm | Edition of 11
Notarial Certification & Catalogue Raisonné
To guarantee the absolute integrity, market exclusivity, and strict verifiability of the limitation, the complete commercial edition is legally bound by an affidavit drawn up and certified by a public notary. This statutory declaration explicitly references the official Catalogue Raisonné of the artist and irrevocably bars any future reproduction or reissue of the work for sale outside of these registered specifications.
Authentication
Every single work undergoes a personal final inspection by the artist. To guarantee its provenance, each piece is individually hand-signed and numbered on the reverse. A signed Certificate of Authenticity (CoA) is included with every acquisition, confirming its status as an original part of the limited edition.
Acquisition & Representation
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