Thierry Poncelet

"Le Debutant" by Thierry Poncelet exemplifies the elegance of his noble ladies through his signature "Aristochiens" style. The shaggy-haired dog, adorned in a sophisticated pink gown, maintains the poise and grace of a noble lady, demonstrating Poncelet's ability to blend whimsy with classical refinement. The rich browns of the background complement the delicate rendering of silk and lace.

About Le Debutant by Thierry Poncelet

This 2021 numbered gouttelette process museum quality archival print measures 19.25 by 25 inches. Born in Brussels in 1946, Poncelet studied at St. Luc Academy before apprenticing with Max Massot to master traditional painting and restoration techniques. His distinctive "Aristochiens" series emerged from his work as a fine art restorer, when he playfully replaced a portrait subject's head with his dog's - a creative experiment that sparked immediate enthusiasm and led to an entire series of these aristocratic canine portraits. The ornate gold frame enhances the piece's classical heritage, while the precise printing process preserves every nuance of the original's subtle details.