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Revolt of the Viaduct

Revolt of the Viaduct

$195.00
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Product Details
  • Giclee print on archival quality Fredrix canvas
  • Stretched on sustainably sourced Appalachian Poplar hardwood
  • Hand embellished with clear gesso to add depth and dimensionality to this premium reproduction print.
  • Luxuriously framed in premium, imported resin frames available in three finishes
  • Kraft paper dust cover is included at no additional charge
  • Wire hanger and hanging hardware are included at no additional charge so you can hang your new Canvas Classics right away
  • Always Made in the USA, in our own studio in North Florida
When will I get my order?

At Canvas Classics all of our artwork is made to order and to your specifications. Please allow our artisans and framers 2-3 business days to produce and ship. We will email you with tracking information at time of shipping.

Artwork History

Revolt of the Viaducts – Paul Klee, 1937

Framed Canvas Reproduction

This captivating framed canvas reproduction of Paul Klee’s Revolt of the Viaducts has undergone meticulous digital restoration, unlocking an astonishing clarity and vibrant fidelity that is truly unparalleled. The process has revived the incandescent, luminous colors of the chaotic arches and the exquisite texture of the painted surface with precision, ensuring every dynamic form and subtle shade is perfectly rendered. This meticulous attention ensures this masterpiece comes to life on canvas with breathtaking authenticity, offering a truly stunning physical experience that preserves the painting's original, compelling splendor and profound artistic vision.

In Revolt of the Viaducts, Paul Klee, a towering figure of modern art, presents a powerful and deeply symbolic vision of chaos and liberation. Painted in 1937, at a time of political turmoil in Europe, this work embodies Klee's unique ability to transform a geometric subject into a deeply expressive and narrative-rich form. It depicts a structured architectural element—the viaduct—as a living, sentient being in a state of rebellion, its arches breaking free from their intended function and stacking in a chaotic yet beautiful jumble.

The canvas is a symphony of stylized forms and a striking palette. Bold, black-outlined arches in luminous reds, oranges, and yellows seem to dance and tumble against a textured gray-blue background. Klee's masterful technique, combining geometric precision with an expressive, almost child-like spontaneity, gives each viaduct a sense of individual character and movement. The title itself suggests a powerful social or political commentary, a visual metaphor for the collapse of a rigid order and the emergence of a new, chaotic, and vibrant freedom. This painting is not merely an abstract work; it is a powerful meditation on rebellion, architecture, and the ever-present human impulse for liberation.

This premium framed canvas reproduction powerfully conveys the luminous atmosphere and profound artistry of Klee's original, now with an enhanced clarity that brings every intricate detail and symbolic element to life. It is an exceptional statement piece for any sophisticated living space, a focal point that offers both visual splendor and a captivating journey into a world of abstract beauty and intellectual depth, perfectly suiting modern, unique, or dramatically themed decor styles.

Art Movement: Expressionism / Surrealism / Modern Art

Materials + Care

Canvas Classics uses premium materials at every step of production so that your artwork will last a lifetime with appropriate care.

Archival quality Fredrix canvas, sustainably sourced Appalachian poplar stretcher frames, and premium, imported resin moulding set us apart from other reproduction artwork.

Care for your artwork by dusting with a dry cloth. If need be, use a cloth dampened with water for more serious spills. Do NOT use any type of cleaning agent on the frame or print.

Shipping + Returns

Free Shipping to the continental United States.

We strive to produce and ship all orders in a timely manner, working diligently to ensure that your items are on their way to you as soon as possible.

Because all items are made to order, please allow 2-3 business days for your new artwork to ship. We will send you an email with tracking information once artwork ships.

Satisfaction guaranteed. If at any point within the first 30 days of receiving your artwork, you are not fully satisfied, let us know and we'll send you a return label for the original box you received your artwork in.

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