Dahlias — Willem Hekking (1806–1862)

All petal, poise, and late-summer glow. This elegant floral study celebrates the dahlia’s sculptural forms—layered discs and starbursts—set with painterly calm against a soft ground. A classic of 19th-century Dutch flower painting: rich yet restrained, refined yet welcoming on the wall.

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Why it captivates

• Botanical elegance — precise structure with a painter’s sense of light.

• Timeless bloom — full, architectural petals that read beautifully across a room.

• Warm palette — natural creams, greens, and bloom tones suit classic and contemporary spaces.

• Quiet luxury — a graceful focal point for living rooms, bedrooms, and studies.

• Heritage charm — rooted in the golden tradition of Dutch floral art.

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What you’ll see

A composed cluster of dahlia heads—from rounded pompons to spikier forms—supported by clean stems and foliage. Subtle tonal shifts reveal volume and texture, while the uncluttered ground keeps attention on shape, rhythm, and bloom.

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A richer historical frame

Working in the 19th-century Dutch still-life tradition, Willem Hekking brought botanical clarity to decorative flourish. Pieces like Dahlias reflect the era’s passion for horticulture—combining accurate observation with a serene, gallery-ready finish.

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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 gradations.

🪵 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.

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Size (W × H)

692 × 841 mm (approx. 27.24 × 33.11 in)

• Orientation: Portrait

• Aspect ratio: ~0.823 : 1 (≈ 14 : 17)

• Nearest standard frame: 70 × 100 cm portrait with a custom mat window cut to ~688 × 837 mm (2–3 mm overlap).

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

Framing tips:
Classic: warm off-white mat with walnut or gilt moulding.
Contemporary: float-mount to reveal the sheet edge and create a clean shadow gap.

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

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Specifications

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Who it’s for

• Flower lovers & gardeners

• Designers & stylists seeking calm, classic florals

• Collectors of Dutch-inspired still life

• Gift-givers after a graceful, enduring piece

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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 Hekking’s serene blooms bring quiet richness to your space—order your Dahlias print today.