Giclee (pronounced zhee-clay) is a French word recognised in the
fine art world as describing the advanced printmaking process for high-end
reproductions of Fine Art.
It is considered one of the most creative mediums available to today’s working
artists and has gained acceptance from renowned artists like David Hockney and
Robert Rauschenberg, as well as the Louvre in Paris which utilises the Giclee
technique to display reproductions of historic works. The special pigment that
is used to create Giclees meets archival standards acceptable to art galleries,
museums and discerning private collectors alike.
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The medium is perfectly suited to Kees’ realist style with the artist
commenting that it is often difficult to distinguish his Giclees from the
originals.
Only a select few of his best original oil paintings of special
significance are chosen for the Giclee process and are limited to between
50-150 reproductions plus a small number of artist proofs, thus ensuring their
collectibility. These works usually demand a higher price than normal and have
particular investment potential. Every individual Giclee work is personally
signed and numbered by Kees and is also accompanied by a certificate of
authenticity.
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Unlike standard printing processes the Giclee one is very time consuming, with
Kees Bruin being personally involved in every step of the reproduction
procedure. By combining traditional craftsmanship with technology and an
incredible level of attention to detail there is absolutely no loss of quality
or artistic intent. The result is a work of art which is as vibrant and alive
as the original oil painting itself - just as the artist intended. This
revolutionary process brings you real colour, texture and three-dimensional
depth of the artist’s vision, on fine archival paper or canvas.
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