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Heart of the Andes

Heart of the Andes
Heart of the Andes
Heart of the Andes
Heart of the Andes

Heart of the Andes

Heart of the Andes

Frederic Church | 1859

In this altered vision of The Heart of the Andes, a quiet yet jarring intrusion reshapes the harmony Church so meticulously constructed. Perched just above the cliff’s edge, a modern man stands with a remote control in hand, piloting a white drone through the valley below. His presence, though physically small against the vastness of the landscape, disrupts the painting’s balance in a profound way. The drone buzzes through the air, not in reverence of the place, but in pursuit of a spectacle; his own. The man isn’t exploring nature, he’s consuming it.

Church’s original canvas speaks to awe, humility, and the sanctity of wild spaces. The addition of this drone operator casts a stark contrast: where once the viewer was encouraged to lose themselves in the sublime, they’re now reminded of how often we try to possess the moment instead. The drone becomes a symbol of entitlement; the need to capture, control, and curate, even in spaces meant for silence and reflection. It’s a commentary not just on technology, but on attitude; of how easily reverence is replaced by convenience, and wonder by self-interest.

What once was a hymn to interconnected life now carries an uneasy tension: the clash between reverence and interference; between the sacred and the selfish.

€ 299,00

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At Undecim, we believe that creating art shouldn’t come at the planet’s expense. That’s why our framed canvas prints are crafted with sustainability at their core. Each piece is produced using recycled plastic bottles (rescued from plastic-polluted beaches) and transformed into beautiful, lasting canvases through a circular, eco-conscious process. This isn’t just a canvas; it’s a quiet act of regeneration.

We pair this material innovation with archival 12-colour Giclée printing to ensure rich, vibrant detail that endures for decades without fading. Every frame is handmade using deforestation-free wood and arrives ready to hang in your choice of black, white, natural, silver, or gold. It’s a fusion of ethics and aesthetics; proof that responsible choices can still feel luxurious.

Whether you’re curating a space or building a collection, you can own meaningful art with a minimal footprint. With Undecim, every print is limited, certified, and created with purpose; not just in message, but in material. Because we believe that honouring the planet is inseparable from honouring the art.

Extra informatie

Gewicht 1 kg
Number of prints

11
Features

– Handmade by specialist canvas framers
– Made from recycled and sustainably sourced materials
– Superior float frame
– Choice of sizes and frame colours
– Professional Giclée photographic print
Artwork Size

508 x 762 mm (L x W) = 20 x 30in
depth from the wall: 2 in =5,08 mm
Frame options

Black, White, Antique Gold, Antique Silver, Natural

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