Bouquet Blooms

'Blumenstilleben'
Artist: Alexander Koester (1864-1932)

Upon his parents' insistence, Koester began a pharmacy apprenticeship in Winzenheim (now in France), but his true calling led him to the Academy of Fine Arts, Karlsruhe. Initially painting portraits for sustenance as a student, he later shifted his focus to the allure of landscapes.

Settling in Klausen in 1896, his interest in ducks flourished, influenced by his father-in-law's colony. Becoming an authority on duck breeds, his portraits gained popularity, with rumours suggesting he priced them based on the number of ducks depicted. The tumult of war in 1915 prompted a move to Dießen am Ammersee, steering his art toward landscapes and still-life following the loss of his son. Remarkably, his passion for ducks persisted.

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Fine Art Prints:

Our premium fine art prints are printed on heavyweight paper and canvas.

Fine Art Paper: 230gsm matte paper.

Fine Art Canvas: 420gsm premium cotton/poly blend. Unframed canvas prints will have no border. If you wish to have a border/mirrored edging, please email us with your requirements.


Digital Prints:

Our digital prints are delivered within minutes of placing your order. You'll receive an email containing instructions on how to access and download your artwork.

Framing is available for Paper Prints and Canvas Prints. Canvas framing is for 'A' Ratio only. For specific/custom needs, please email us and we will see what we can do.

Our frames are all made to order within New Zealand and are are completed with taped backs and hanging hardware attached.

Our regular frame dimensions are 20-22mm wide and 20mm deep.

For Canvas float frames the dimensions are 10mm wide and 45mm deep.

Our framing previews are shown with A2 size prints. The look of the finished product will vary depending on the size you order. For example, if you order a 5x7 framed print, naturally the frame will appear thicker as the print is smaller. However it is still within the aforementioned dimensions.