The Venetian Ball I - Wood Print

This wood print is based on an original 36 × 36 inch oil on canvas painting by Ruben Dario. The Venetian Ball is inspired by the timeless allure of Venice, where beauty and mystery exist behind every mask. Through layered geometry and rich color, the work explores the tension between appearance and truth, visibility and concealment.

Referencing the spirit of the Venetian Carnival, the composition reflects a world where identity becomes fluid and elegance can obscure intent. Light and shadow move across the surface, echoing contemporary realities shaped by power, illusion, and personal choice. Rather than offering judgment, the work invites quiet reflection on what we reveal and what we protect.

Printed on natural wood, the artwork gains warmth and texture. The visible grain becomes part of the image, ensuring that each print is unique. Unprinted white areas allow the wood surface to show through, creating a subtle, organic contrast with the geometric forms and reinforcing the theme of layers and hidden depth.

Material and finish

• FSC certified birch wood, sustainably sourced
• Natural wood grain visible through unprinted areas
• Matte finish with clean, edge to edge printing
• Thickness options: 10 mm (0.4 in) or 20 mm (0.79 in)
• Each piece is unique due to the natural variation of the wood

Presentation

• Hanging kit included
• Mounting system may vary by fulfillment country

Available size

• 60 × 60 cm (24 × 24 in)

Custom requests

Other sizes or alternative materials may be available on request. Please feel free to reach out for custom options.