Kneffel, Karin | Tierköpfe - Ziege braun, 2005 — available on Composition Gallery

View in a Room

Series: Tierköpfe / Animal heads

Tierköpfe - Ziege braun by Karin Kneffel is an etching from the artist's Tierköpfe (Animal Heads) series, created in 2005. This limited edition print measures 38 x 36 cm and features the portrait of a brown goat, rendered with a striking level of detail and expression. Kneffel's focus on animal subjects reveals her skill in capturing the personality and presence of the creatures, giving them a lifelike and almost intimate quality. The background is a deep, contrasting shade, which enhances the warmth and texture of the goat’s fur. This piece invites viewers to appreciate the delicate interplay between realism and artistry in Kneffel's work.

Karin Kneffel (Germany, 1957) is a contemporary painter celebrated for her photorealistic works that merge realism with surreal elements. Her meticulously detailed compositions often use reflections and layered perspectives to transform everyday scenes into dreamlike atmospheres. A student of Gerhard Richter, Kneffel has gained international recognition for her exploration of perception and illusion.

Karin Kneffel

Tierköpfe - Ziege braun, 2005

Name: Tierköpfe - Ziege braun, 2005
SKU: 11385
Price: 1300.00 EUR
Availability: InStock

Form

Limited Edition Print

Limited Edition PrintA limited edition print is one of a number of prints made at the same time from one printmaking plate. A fixed number are made and signed by the artist, indicating the printing order, using the format 1/10, meaning first of ten prints.

Medium

Etching

EtchingEtching is a technique where a design is created on a metal surface by using a strong acid or mordant to eat away the unprotected parts of the metal, leaving the desired pattern in relief (intaglio). In modern art and manufacturing, different chemicals may be used depending on the material being etched.

Edition

Edition of 90

Authenticity Guaranteed
Insured Shipping
Online Since 2005

●Inventory 11385

●Signed

●Comes with gallery invoice and certificate

●Sell Us a Similar Artwork. Learn more.

Series: Tierköpfe / Animal heads

Karin Kneffel

Tierköpfe - Ziege braun, 2005

Limited Edition Print

Etching

EUR 1,300

Karin Kneffel

Tierköpfe - Schaf schwarz, 2005

Limited Edition Print

Etching

Currently Not Available

Karin Kneffel

Trauben

Limited Edition Print

Etching

Currently Not Available

Tierköpfe - (...), 2005

Limited Edition Print

Sold

Blumen

Limited Edition Print

Sold

Roter Teppic(...), 2006

Limited Edition Print

Sold

Kirschen

Limited Edition Print

Sold

Trauben II

Limited Edition Print

Sold

My interest in making art is to produce a sense of doubt, something I have not yet really grasped.
- Karin Kneffel

Karin Kneffel (b. 1957 Germany) is a German contemporary artist celebrated for her hyperrealistic paintings that explore themes of memory, perception, and the passage of time. Kneffel's work is characterized by its meticulous attention to detail and the use of layered imagery, often creating scenes that blur the lines between reality and illusion. Her paintings frequently depict domestic interiors, still lifes, and architectural spaces, rendered with such precision that they invite viewers to question the reality of what they see. Reflections, distortions, and transparent surfaces are recurring motifs in her work, adding complexity and depth to the seemingly ordinary scenes. Kneffel's art challenges the viewer's perception and encourages a deeper contemplation of how reality is constructed. Her works have been exhibited internationally, and she is recognized as one of the leading figures in contemporary figurative painting. (Artist website)

Artwork by Robert Cottingham

What is Hyper-realism?

Hyperrealism is a genre of sculpture and painting that closely resembles high-resolution photographs. It is an evolution of Photorealism and is often applied to an independent art style or movement that became prominent in Europe and the United States in the early 2000s. Hyperrealist artists focus on extreme detail and precision, creating works that are often indistinguishable from real-life images.

Explore »

Karin Kneffel

Tierköpfe - Ziege braun, 2005

38 x 36 cm

Language & Currency

Karin Kneffel