Pauw met kippen (1878–1910) — Theo van Hoytema

A proud peacock and barnyard chorus. Van Hoytema sets a shimmering peacock among curious hens, translating feathers and farmyard bustle into poised, graphic rhythm. It’s nature with a designer’s eye—calm, elegant, and quietly witty on the wall.

Why it captivates

• Art Nouveau grace — stylised curves, clear silhouettes, and lyrical pattern.

• Feathered splendour — iridescent “eyes” balanced against rustic hens.

• Graphic harmony — disciplined outlines that read beautifully across a room.

• Warm, natural palette — greens, teals, russets, and cream.

• Conversation piece — Dutch illustration at its most charming and refined.

What you’ll see

A regal peacock poised on the ground or low branch, tail train cascading in layered eyespot feathers, with chickens pecking and glancing about. Clean contours, sparse background, and measured spacing give the scene a poster-like clarity—order, colour, and character in perfect balance.

A richer historical frame

Dutch illustrator Theo van Hoytema brought birds to life with elegant economy—posters, calendars, and lithographs that bridged natural history and Art Nouveau. Works like Pauw met kippen capture his hallmark: a keen eye for behaviour, a restrained palette, and patterns distilled from plumage and pose.

Choose your finish

🌟 Heavyweight Paper (160 gsm matte)
Archival-grade, smooth matte stock ideal for framing under glass. Crisp detail, minimal glare.

💎 Laminated (True Encapsulation)
Sealed in 2 × 80-micron gloss laminate, edge-to-edge. Durable, wipe-clean—great for high-traffic spaces.

🪵 Laminated + Timber Hang Rails (Ready to hang)
Lacquered natural timber rails with fitted hanging cord; no frame required.
Please allow up to 10 working days for hang-railed delivery.

🏆 Archival Canvas (395 gsm HP Professional Matte)
Museum-quality texture with pigment-based, fade-resistant inks for rich colour and fine detail.

🪵 Canvas + Timber Hang Rails (Gallery-ready)
As above, supplied with lacquered natural timber rails and hanging cord.
Please allow up to 10 working days for hang-railed delivery.

Size (W × H)

632 × 841 mm (approx. 24.88 × 33.11 in)

• Orientation: Portrait

• Aspect ratio: ~3 : 4

• Nearest standard frame:

  • 70 × 100 cm portrait with a custom mat window cut to ~628 × 837 mm (2–3 mm overlap).

  • Prefer A-sizes? We can supply an A1-friendly 594 × 841 mm version on request.

Framing tips:
Classic: warm off-white mat, slim oak or black moulding.
Contemporary: float-mount in A1 to reveal the sheet edge and create a crisp shadow gap.

Custom sizing: Available on request (alternative aspect ratios or added white border).

Specifications

Who it’s for

• Design lovers & stylists seeking elegant animal motifs

• Fans of Dutch illustration & Art Nouveau

• Country-meets-modern interiors needing a refined focal point

• Gift-givers after a charming, timeless print

Our Commitment

Every print is produced locally in Australia on premium substrates with careful colour management, then checked and packed by hand so it arrives ready to impress. From studio to wall, we stand behind the craftsmanship and historical integrity of your piece.

Let quiet plumage and pastoral charm lift your space—order your Pauw met kippen print today.