Balalaika Landscape hunting hounds and long eared

hunting hounds and long eared hares surround the stunning peacock forming  the centre motif

Ms Taeuber was first associated with the emerging Dadaist movement in 1916

Evening Softness is one of a series of "skyscapes" exploring colours and textures

A thank you to my wonderful customers who have introduced me to the amazing depth of Asian watercolours

Saturated carmine

Balalaika Landscape hunting hounds and long earedPart of the allure of this abstract image by Thorvald Hellesen is the intriguing colours and brushwork. This early Orphic Cubist style readily conveys the warm wood tones of the Balalaika instrument. These tones are repeated over and over in a mesmerizing mix. In addition to the sepia browns there are Prussian blue, black, warm gold, orange, cream and even a delicate violet. Once cut into a puzzle these tones will pop right from the moment you open