Sam Francis

Untitled, 1984

106.7 X 73 inch

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Kenya's contemporary art scene combines traditional aesthetics with fresh artistic perspectives. Nairobi's Circle Art Gallery and the Nairobi National Museum are pivotal in showcasing innovative art. Prominent Kenyan artists, like Wangechi Mutu and Michael Soi, are significantly influencing the global contemporary art scene. Discover the vibrant world of Kenyan contemporary art at Composition Gallery's website.

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Wangechi Mutu

Homeward Bound, 2010

Limited Edition Print

Mixed Media

EUR 11,500

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Mezzotint

Mezzotint is the process of reverse engraving copper or steel plates so that relief illustrations will show light and shadow. The master plate surface is prepared so it will print solid black. Gray and white areas are prepared differently to show light and shadow.

Laser print

A Laser print is made using red, blue and green laser to expose light onto photographic silver halide paper. The exposed paper is processed with photographic chemicals to produce an archival quality print. The digital technology produces sharp images and highly uniform color.

Aquagravure

Aquagravure is a technique combining several processes; including compressing wet paper pulp in a carved wood mold until the water runs off, painting the compressed paper, adding ink to the mold to print onto the painted paper, and allowing the entire work to dry.

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