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Trompe L'Oeil (French... "deceives the eye") a type of painting , usually a still-life, which by means of various illusionist devices persuades the viewer that he is looking at the objects actually represented. Successful Trompe L'Oeil occupies a very shallow space behind the picture-plane, or actually seems to project beyond the picture surface (Dictionary of Art Terms - the Thames and Huson).
Mr. Braun's paintings are impressive feats of hyper-realism. What appears to be the ingredients for a third grade art project of cut out construction paper, masking tape, staples and brown craft paper loosely assembled on the wall is in reality a tight and precise execution of acrylic paint on a flat canvas.
The deception of the eye doesn't only linger for a moment as much Trompe L'Oeil does, but continues to trick the viewer on and on and again and again. These works are a must see for any contemporary collector.
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La Petite Galerie / Gunnar Nordstrom Fine Arts:
92 Kirkland Avenue, Kirkland, Washington 98033
Open 6 Days:
Tuesday - Saturday 10:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Sunday 12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Mondays and Warm Evenings by Chance.
Gallery Staff:
Gunnar Nordstrom - Director
Notice: All artwork is the copyright of the respective artists and may not be reproduced without their written permission.