Velvety-rich cotton canvas Gallery-worthy floating frame Radiant, water-based pigment inks 100+ years of jaw-dropping vibrance FSC® certified forest friendly wood
$145USD

Male Nude Draped in Vetti - Lionel Wendt Queer Framed Canvas


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Jewel today, heirloom tomorrow

Modern, effortless, bold yet refined

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Handcrafted in USA, UK, EU and AUS

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Description

In "Male Nude Draped in Vetti", Lionel Wendt's lens paints a wild dream of flesh and fabric. Our man's back, a landscape of muscle mountains and shadow valleys, draped in vetti whispers from the East. Sepia tones sing songs of yesteryear, but the beat's as fresh as tomorrow's dawn. Classical vibes meet modern grooves in a dance of light on skin.

That vetti ain't just cloth, it's a whole story of culture clash and queer revolution. Modesty plays peekaboo with desire, identity shimmies between threads. Pure poetry in motion, power and grace turning a simple shot into a universe of questions - body and soul, East and West, all wrapped up in one fabulous package. A slice of paradise where gay beauty meets cultural exploration. A rebel yell in silver nitrate. A love letter to the male form that'll make your heart do the jitterbug. With the rhythm of ages, captured in one man's beautiful back story...

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Make Any Room a Showpiece

Artist-grade 38mm, 400gsm (11.8oz/yd) cotton canvas, finely textured for depth and precision.

Hand-stretched, natural white, and engineered to capture light and color with striking clarity.

Printed with non-toxic, water-based pigments that stay vivid for decades.

Framed to Float, Crafted to Last

Sustainably sourced FSC® certified European knotless pine, with a satin-laminated black finish.

19mm frame depth and a precisely measured 5mm float that creates a sleek, gallery-worthy effect.

Sustainably Stunning

Ultra-rich water-based eco-inks deliver the same bold intensity as traditional inks without the harsh chemicals and environmental cost.

About the Artist

Lionel Wendt (1900–1944) was a Sri Lankan pianist, photographer, filmmaker, and critic who significantly influenced the country’s modern art scene. Born to a mixed heritage family, Wendt studied in London, where he pursued both law and music. Upon returning to Sri Lanka, he left law to focus on music and eventually embraced photography, creating images that captured the essence of Ceylonese culture and modern artistic trends. In the 1930s, Wendt co-founded the Photographic Society of Ceylon. He was a central figure in the '43 Group, an avant-garde art collective that sought to merge Sri Lankan traditions with modernist elements. Wendt's dedication to art helped cultivate a national consciousness that valued both heritage and Western influences. He died in 1944, leaving behind a legacy celebrated by the Lionel Wendt Art Centre in Colombo.

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True-to-life giclée print fidelity Fine art canvas that outlives trends Framed, stretched, and ready to stun Sustainably sourced wood Shadowbox effect commands attention Seamless, weightless effect
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1. Brand New, Just for You

Handcrafted after you order, reducing waste and energy by only making art that’s truly wanted — never mass-produced.

Rating of 1 means .
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The rating of this product for "" is 2.

2. Finish & Texture

Artist-grade cotton with a luscious, finely grained texture. Engineered to capture every intricate brushstroke and subtle gradient.

Rating of 1 means .
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The rating of this product for "" is 3.

3. Giclée Printing

Forget 4 color CMYK. Giclée layers up to 12 — alive with deeper shadows, richer highlights and multidimensional contrasts.

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The rating of this product for "" is 4.

4. 100+ Years of Color

Printed using a pro-lab process that helps your art stay bold & breathtaking for a lifetime with non-toxic, archival-grade inks.

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The rating of this product for "" is 5.

5. FSC® Certified Wood

Sustainable forestry, ethical labor and community conservation—no shortcuts, just responsible craftsmanship.

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6. Partnered with Prodigi

Prodigi's quality & care are superb, but their commitment to art, the environment & ethical supply chains captured my heart. Learn more

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