Woodcut 'Untitled' by Julian Felix Kirchner

The astonishing spectrum of motifs in Julian Kirchner's woodcuts ranges from cobweb-like shapes to thought bubbles filled with hieroglyphic symbols and cheerful red cherries. In each of his works, the artist succeeds in exploring the tension between line and movement with verve. However, he is merely making the public an artistic offer, as his pictures are open signs that always leave the viewer in a state of courageous uncertainty. You don't necessarily have solid ground under your feet, because the artist doesn't stop there either. The space becomes a homogeneous artistic structure in which walls and floor communicate with each other through signs and symbols in a language that presents the viewer with more riddles than solutions.

Text: Prof. Dr. Teresa Bischoff

This is the most traditional technique used for old master prints in Europe. Artists like Albrecht Dürer elevated it to a fine art form. It is probably the oldest printing process, first appearing over 1,000 years ago in China.

To create a woodcut, the artist carves an image into a wooden block, typically with gouges. The relief that is produced shows the intended image. Ink is then dabbed or rolled onto the block’s remaining uncut parts and the inked block is pressed onto paper. The printed result is a mirror image of the design on the block.

For each color, a different wood block is used. This technique allows for bold lines and striking contrasts.

Our studio picks are works of art that we acquire directly from artists. We value the work of these artists for their artistic expression and technical skill. In case of prints they are available in a small limited edition. The production process of the works is documented and traceable. You will receive a certificate of authenticity when you purchase a FRIDAY BIRD Studio Pick.

A brown alder frame is ideal for works of art that would appear pale if framed in black. The glaze makes the dark colors of the image appear especially strong.

Please note: To ensure you receive an ideal value-for-money ratio, we offer Plexiglas instead of museum glasses exceeding for picture sizes of 120 cm. The larger the frame, the more the choice of glass type affects the weight of the picture frame. For example, a single plexiglass is around forty percent lighter than normal glass. With smaller frame sizes this is hardly noticeable, but with large formats the difference will amount to several kilograms. This affects both the frame and transportation costs.

With a wooden frame, you can expect high-quality wood, i.e. a regular grain without knotholes and uniform colors. High-quality logs that are also knot-free, which is what we want for picture frame slats, are rare and valuable. In order to offer this high quality in an ecologically responsible way, we use real wood veneer as a top layer on alder slats. Even though wood is a natural ecological raw material, the sustainable management of the forest is very important, which is why we only source our wood from sustainable cultivation.