The sleeping beauty
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The sleeping beauty
1981
With elegance and a touch of surrealism, this photograph by Dingo captures an unexpectedly bucolic scene on a country road. A Jaguar XK 120, a timeless symbol of automotive elegance, stands motionless in the middle of the road, surrounded by fields that stretch as far as the eye can see under a cloudy sky. The eye is immediately drawn to the car ‘s sleek, gleaming bodywork, a reflection of refined design and a bygone era when the automobile was an object of desire and prestige. However, what gives the image its uniqueness and charm is the presence of a woman, lying on the ground beneath the car, carrying out a repair. Alone and serene, she seems to merge with the mechanics, suggesting an unexpected mastery and complicity between feminine elegance and mechanical power. The tools scattered around her on the asphalt add a touch of authenticity to this scene, where the refinement of the car contrasts with the manual act of repair. Here, Dingo creates an image that tells far more than a simple breakdown: it’s a meeting between man and machine, a celebration of independence and know-how. The woman, though partly hidden beneath the bodywork, embodies a quiet strength and relaxed elegance, defying clichés and adding narrative depth to the composition. The car, a symbol of speed and luxury, is momentarily frozen, not by failure but by the attentive, expert hand of its driver. With this work, Dingo invites us to smile at the elegant absurdity of the situation, while admiring the timeless beauty of the interaction between car and driver. It’s a poetic tribute to autonomy and elegance, where every detail, from the curve of the bodywork to the woman’s legs, contributes to creating a scene as soothing as it is intriguing, where beauty lies in the simplicity of a suspended moment.
The different types of frames and finishes available
The print comes with its certificate of authenticity and a Hahnemühle hologram affixed to the back.
The framing is left to your discretion.
The floating frame, sleek and modern, is one of the preferred framing choices for contemporary art galleries and museums.
The floating frame perfectly enhances your photographic print.
The spacing between the frame and the image creates a floating effect and highlights the image, making it an ideal art frame to maximize the depth and elegance of the artworks in our collection.
The print is mounted on a 2 mm Dibond panel and placed in the frame.
The depth of the floating frame is 4 cm, and the gap between the photograph and the inner edges of the frame is 0.8 cm for black or white finishes and 1 cm for wood finishes (Oak, Wenge, etc.). This arrangement creates a visually pleasing “floating” effect. Finally, a hanging system is attached to the back of the frame for a quick, easy, and secure installation.
This classic framing combines timeless elegance and sophistication, offering a sublime presentation for your most precious artworks and photographs. A wooden or aluminum frame, chosen for its simplicity and nobility, adds a touch of authenticity and refinement to your piece.
The mat, an essential element of this ensemble, enhances the artwork by creating a visual space around it. It highlights the details and nuances while adding extra depth. Carefully selected, it perfectly complements the artwork without overwhelming it, allowing every detail to stand out.
Finally, the museum glass, of exceptional quality, provides optimal protection against harmful elements such as dust, humidity, and UV rays. With its unmatched clarity and anti-reflective properties, it ensures perfect visibility from every angle, allowing your artwork to shine without distractions.
This harmonious ensemble transforms each piece into a masterpiece, ready to be admired and preserved for generations to come. Investing in a classic frame means choosing to enhance and protect what you cherish with unparalleled distinction.
Contact us for any specific size or custom finishes, whether it’s for the choice of fine art paper, adding a white margin, the wood type of the frame, or even a specific framing.
We are here to listen and meet your needs to enhance your Fine Art photographic print.
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The Artist
Dingo
Photographer
Pigment inkjet print on Fine Art paper, supplied with Hahnemühle certificate of authenticity.
The print is laminated onto a 2 mm Dibond sheet and mounted in the floating frame to give it visual depth.
The Fine Art print is placed on neutral cardboard, then covered with a 7 cm beveled white mat and anti-reflective, UV-resistant museum glass, before being framed in black aluminum or wood (black, white, oak or wenge).