Be Calme October 1st 31st 2004 0 by Louise Bourgeois
Be Calme October 1St 31St 2004 0
A late work by Louise Bourgeois capturing the essence of temporal calm. This 2004 composition reflects the artist's enduring exploration of emotional states and cyclical time.
About Be Calme October 1St 31St 2004 0
Created when Louise Bourgeois was ninety-three years old, this work distills her lifelong fascination with time, memory, and emotional states. The title's reference to October suggests a meditation on autumnal stillness, a recurring theme in her late abstract compositions. Bourgeois' ability to convey psychological depth through minimal visual language reaches its apex in these final works.
The piece belongs to a series of digital prints Bourgeois created in her last years, when physical limitations led her to adopt new technologies while maintaining her signature thematic concerns. Art historian Mignon Nixon notes how these late works "collapse temporal distance" through their juxtaposition of textual and abstract elements.
The Final Period of Louise Bourgeois
Bourgeois' late period from 1990 until her death in 2010 represents a culmination of her artistic journey. During these years, she produced some of her most conceptually refined works while embracing new digital techniques. This print exemplifies how she maintained emotional intensity while working in a more abstract visual language.
The artist's October series from 2004 specifically explores the tension between calendar time and psychological experience. By repeating "October" alongside numerical sequences, Bourgeois creates what she called "visual poems" that evoke the cyclical nature of memory and emotion.
Composition and Technique
Visual Rhythm
The artwork employs a grid-like structure that contrasts with the organic flow of the handwritten text. This juxtaposition creates visual tension while maintaining overall harmony through careful spacing and alignment.
Color and Texture
Bourgeois uses a restrained palette dominated by cool blues and warm ochres. The digital printing process preserves the subtle textural qualities of her original composition, visible in the variations of ink saturation across the surface.
Print & Frame Details
| Artist | Louise Bourgeois |
| Original Year | 2004 |
| Art Style | Contemporary |
| Subject Matter | Abstract composition |
| Size | 30×40 cm (12×16") |
| Print Method | Framed Poster |
| Paper | 300gsm archival matte |
| Frame | Natural wood with gold leaf accent |
| Glazing | UV-protective acrylic |
| Shipping | Free worldwide, 5–10 business days |
| Returns | 30-day money back guarantee |
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View Print DetailsInterior Design Recommendations
This print's balanced composition and neutral palette make it ideal for modern interiors. The 30×40 cm size works particularly well above console tables or as part of a gallery wall arrangement. Consider pairing it with warm wood tones and muted textiles to complement the artwork's organic elements. For optimal viewing, position at eye level in spaces with natural light that won't directly hit the surface.
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