Giselle
The Narrative
Giselle: A Masterpiece of Romanticism and Forgiveness. This image shows a profound interpretation of the Romantic ballet Giselle, which premiered in Paris in 1841 and is considered the epitome of Romantic ballet.
The ballet by Adolphe Adam divides into two contrasts: the sun-drenched, realistic first act (love and betrayal) and the ethereal, supernatural second act (the world of the Wilis). The Wilis, spirits of young women who died before their wedding day, are a central element of Romanticism and symbolize the connection between grace and death.
In the second act, the vertical, radiant light can be interpreted as the "spear of light" that symbolizes the merciless, deadly power of the Wilis. The fact that this spear is interrupted by Giselle's head symbolically represents the superiority of her spirit and her love. With this, Giselle breaks the cruel curse of revenge that binds Myrtha and the other Wilis. Her spiritual purity is thus the force that saves Albrecht by rendering the deadly spell of the spear ineffective.
"Through a brilliant compositional interruption of light and a deeply evocative atmosphere, the artist translates the ethereal weight of classical ballet into a striking contemporary iconography, celebrating the ultimate triumph of transcendent love over institutional vengeance."
Artwork Specifications
Year of Creation
2024
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 20 pieces worldwide across all formats, structured as follows:
120 x 160cm | Edition of 1 (Unique Piece)
75 x 100 cm | Edition of 3
50 x 68 cm | Edition of 5
30x40 cm | Edition of 11
Notarial Certification & Catalogue Raisonné
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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.
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