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Paul Megens Painting from 2007 'Mrs. and Mr. Jesus'
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Private sellerAarle-Rixtel, NetherlandsOn Whoppah since June 2020 • 5 sales
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A Major Eye-Catcher: 'Mrs and Mr Jesus' by Paul Megens
Are you looking for a work of art that brings a space to life? This early masterpiece by the renowned artist Paul Megens is a masterful blend of raw emotion, playful symbolism, and unprecedented color power.
Why this work is a unique opportunity:
Iconic Style: The thick, black contours and the penetrating, asymmetrical gazes immediately evoke the liberating energy of the CoBrA movement. It is abstract, yet with a deep human connection.
Early Work: It is precisely this early period of Megens that is sought after by collectors for its unpolished passion and boldness in the composition.
Impressive Presence: Measuring 120 by 100 cm, this canvas serves as a natural centerpiece in a modern interior, office, or gallery.
Condition: Beautifully executed in high-quality acrylic paint on sturdy canvas, ready to adorn a wall immediately. Specifications:
Artist: Paul Megens
Title: 'Mrs and Mr Jesus'
Medium: Acrylic on canvas
Dimensions: 120 x 100 cm
Signature: Signed bottom right
An investment in color and character. This painting offers the perfect balance between provocative and accessible. A unique opportunity to acquire an authentic, large-format work by Megens.
It is precisely that provocative yet simultaneously disarming title that makes this work by Paul Megens so interesting. With 'Mrs and Mr Jesus', Megens immediately puts the viewer on the wrong track.
The layering of the title
Instead of a classic biblical scene, Megens presents us with a duo that looks like an eccentric, almost extraterrestrial couple. It raises interesting questions that give the work more depth than just the decorative:
The Everyday vs. The Sacred: By using the name "Jesus" for this abstract, colorful couple, he brings the divine into the human (or even the comical). They are not icons on a pedestal, but characters with large lips, asymmetrical eyes, and a little fish for company.
The Role of 'Mrs.': The idea of a "Mrs. Jesus" is inherently rebellious and playful. It challenges traditional imagery and fits perfectly with the contrarian spirit of the modern art in which Megens works.
Symbolism: The little blue fish in the bottom left is a nod to the early Christian symbol (Ichthus), but through Megens' style, it becomes a funny, almost cartoonish detail that breaks the heaviness of the title.
Why this works for sales:
This is a fantastic conversation starter. Buyers of modern art love a work with a story or a title that elicits a reaction.
"Look, there hang Mrs. and Mr. Jesus on the wall." It is an opening line that no one forgets. It makes the painting not only a visual object, but also a statement.
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ConditionGoodColorsMulti ColorMaterialCanvasNumber of items1OrientationLandscapeArt sizeLargeHeight100 cmWidth120 cm
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Private sellerAarle-Rixtel, NetherlandsOn Whoppah since June 2020 • 5 sales